Ladli Laxmi Yojana (Madhya Pradesh)
ConditionGirl born on or after 1 January 2006
For five yearsโน6,000 a year (โน30,000 in all, plus interest)
At age 21โน1 lakh (with conditions)
Applyladlilaxmi.mp.gov.in or Anganwadi centre
โ ๏ธ Instalment amounts and the higher-education support are described differently in different sources. The amounts on this page are based on news reports, so confirm on the portal before applying.
What is the scheme?
Ladli Laxmi is a Madhya Pradesh Government scheme to encourage the birth and education of daughters. Money is deposited in the girl's name and scholarships come at different classes, with a large amount at age 21 if conditions are met.
Key benefits
- โน6,000 a year deposited for five years after birth (โน30,000 in all, plus interest)
- Scholarship of โน2,000 in class 6, โน4,000 in class 9 and โน6,000 in class 11
- โน200 a month in classes 11 and 12
- โน25,000 in two instalments for a graduation or professional course (as reported, confirm the latest on the portal)
- โน1 lakh at age 21, provided she has passed class 12 and married after the legal age
Eligibility โ who can apply
- Girl born on or after 1 January 2006
- Parents/guardian are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh and not income tax payers
- Registration at the local Anganwadi centre
- Benefit for up to two daughters per family (separate rules for orphans and adopted girls)
- Family planning after the second child is stated to be required (exceptions for the first girl and special cases)
Who is not eligible / things to note
- Those whose parents are income tax payers
- Girls born before the cut-off date
- Those who do not meet the education/attendance conditions for the higher instalments
Documents required
- Aadhaar card of the girl and parents
- Girl's birth certificate
- Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate
- Family planning certificate (after the second child)
- Anganwadi registration
- Bank account details and photo
How to apply (step by step)
- Open ladlilaxmi.mp.gov.in and register
- Or visit your Anganwadi centre / district Women & Child Development office (Anganwadi workers help with forms)
- Submit documents and keep the registration receipt safe
- At each stage of schooling keep giving proof of admission in school/college
Frequently asked questions
How much money does Ladli Laxmi give in total?
Stage-wise amounts are listed above. Total figures differ between sources, so see the latest table on the portal.
Will a girl from another state get it?
No, the parents must be permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.
Where to apply?
On ladlilaxmi.mp.gov.in or at the nearest Anganwadi centre.
Beware: Do not pay any agent or website in the name of applying for a government scheme. Applying on the official portal is generally free. Do not share OTP, PIN or confidential bank details with anyone.