Lakshmir Bhandar
Monthly cash support of Rs 1,000-1,200 for West Bengal women
Government
State Government
Who it’s for
Adult Women (25–60 years)
Application mode
Online / Duare Sarkar camps
Processing time
Verification and first disbursal typically take a few weeks after submission.
Deadline / renewal
Ongoing scheme — registration is open on a rolling basis, largely via periodic Duare Sarkar camps.
What it provides
Monthly cash transfer of Rs 1,000 (Rs 1,200 for SC/ST) directly to women heads/members of families, to improve financial security of women.
Benefits breakdown
Who’s eligible
Women aged 25-60 years, resident of West Bengal, family not paying income tax; one woman per family.
Documents required
- Aadhaar card (linked to bank account)
- Bank passbook
- Swasthya Sathi card/enrolment
- Residence proof
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST rate)
- Passport-size photograph
How to apply
Online
- Visit socialsecurity.wb.gov.in and register/log in
- Fill the Lakshmir Bhandar application with personal, Aadhaar, bank and Swasthya Sathi details
- Submit online, or visit a Duare Sarkar camp for assisted offline submission
- Track status by logging in with your registered mobile number and OTP
In-person / offline
- Visit the nearest Duare Sarkar (govt at your doorstep) camp with documents and submit the physical form for assisted registration
Helpline
Available on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in
FAQs
Can more than one woman in a family get this?
No — only one woman per family is eligible.
Do I need Swasthya Sathi enrolment?
Yes, Swasthya Sathi (WB's health scheme) enrolment is a prerequisite alongside Aadhaar-linked banking.
Last verified 31 August 2026