Mahtari Vandan Yojana CG — ₹1,000/Month for Women

What is Mahtari Vandan Yojana?

Mahtari Vandan Yojana is a scheme launched by the Government of Chhattisgarh that gives ₹1,000 every month directly to eligible married women. The money goes straight into the woman's bank account — no middlemen, no cash.

Over a full year, that adds up to ₹12,000 per year.

The scheme started disbursing payments from March 2024 and is currently LIVE — money is being transferred to beneficiaries each month.

The main goal is to help women become financially independent and improve their health and nutrition.

Key Benefits

Who is Eligible?

To get this benefit, you must meet all of the following:

You ARE eligible if:

• You are a married woman living in Chhattisgarh
• You are a permanent resident (domicile) of Chhattisgarh
• Your annual family income is ₹2.5 lakh or less (as per latest notification — verify at the official website)
• You are in the age group of 21 to 60 years (as per latest notification — verify exact age limits at the official website)
• You have a bank account in your own name — not a joint account

Widowed and divorced women may also be eligible. Verify your specific situation at the official portal or your local Anganwadi / gram panchayat office.

You are NOT eligible if:

• You are an income tax payer or your family pays income tax
• You or your husband is a government employee (state or central)
• Your family income exceeds ₹2.5 lakh per year
• You do not have a Chhattisgarh domicile

Note: The exact exclusion list should be confirmed from the official portal or your local Women and Child Development office, as criteria can be updated by government notification.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before you apply:

1. Aadhaar Card — the woman's own Aadhaar
2. Bank Passbook — account must be in the woman's name only (no joint accounts)
3. Aadhaar linked to the bank account — this is mandatory for DBT
4. Mobile number — registered with your Aadhaar and bank account
5. Marriage Certificate or other proof of marriage (where applicable)
6. Domicile / Residence Proof — proof that you are a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh
7. Passport-size photograph

If your Aadhaar is not yet linked to your bank account, visit your bank branch before applying.

How to Apply — Step by Step

New applications are typically submitted offline through your local government office. There is no open online self-registration portal at this time.

Step 1 — Visit Your Nearest Office

Go to any of these places:

• Anganwadi Centre in your area
• Gram Panchayat office (in villages)
• Ward office (in towns and cities)
• Common Service Centre (CSC / Jan Seva Kendra)

Step 2 — Collect the Application Form

Ask for the Mahtari Vandan Yojana application form. It is free of cost. Do not pay anyone for the form.

Step 3 — Fill the Form

Fill in all the details carefully:

• Your full name (as on Aadhaar)
• Husband's name
• Date of birth
• Chhattisgarh address
• Bank account number and IFSC code
• Aadhaar number
• Mobile number

Step 4 — Attach Documents

Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents listed above. Keep the originals with you for verification.

Step 5 — Submit and Get a Receipt

Submit the form to the officer. Ask for an acknowledgment slip or receipt with your application number. You will need this to check your application status later.

Step 6 — Wait for Verification

The officer will verify your documents. After verification, your name will be added to the beneficiary list and payments will begin.

Tip: If anyone asks for money to help you apply, refuse. The application is completely free.

How to Check Application / Payment Status

This is the most searched part of this scheme. Follow these steps:

Check Status Online

1. Go to mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in
2. Click on "लाभार्थी आवेदन एवं भुगतान की स्थिति" (Beneficiary Application and Payment Status)
3. You will see a form — enter one of these:
   • Your registered mobile number, OR
   • Your beneficiary number (हितग्राही क्रमांक — found on your receipt), OR
   • Your Aadhaar card number
4. Enter the CAPTCHA shown on screen
5. Click "सबमिट करें" (Submit)
6. Your application status and latest payment details will appear

What the Status Means

Check Payment in Your Bank

After the government sends the payment, check your bank account:

• Via bank passbook update at your bank branch
• Via missed call or SMS banking on your registered mobile number
• Via your bank's mobile app or ATM

Payments typically arrive in the first week of each month.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I am a widow. Can I get this benefit?

Widowed women may be eligible for this scheme. Visit your nearest Anganwadi centre or gram panchayat office with your documents to confirm and apply.

2. My husband is a government employee. Am I eligible?

No. Women whose husbands are employed in state or central government service are generally not eligible. Confirm this at the official portal or local office.

3. I submitted my application but my status shows "under verification" for many weeks. What should I do?

You can contact the helpline at 0771-2220006 or visit your local Women and Child Development office with your acknowledgment slip to follow up.

4. My Aadhaar is not linked to my bank account. Can I still apply?

You should link your Aadhaar to your bank account before or immediately after applying. Without Aadhaar-linked DBT activation, payments cannot be sent to your account. Visit your bank branch to get this done — it is free.

5. Can I use a joint bank account?

No. The bank account must be in the woman's own name only. Joint accounts are not accepted.

6. I lost my acknowledgment slip and don't have a beneficiary number. How do I check status?

You can check your status using your registered mobile number or your Aadhaar number on the official portal — you do not need the beneficiary number if you have either of these.

7. I was approved but I haven't received payment for 2–3 months. What do I do?

First, verify that your Aadhaar is correctly linked to your bank account and that DBT is active on the account. If DBT is active and money still hasn't arrived, contact: Email: dirwcd.cg@gov.in | Phone: 0771-2220006

8. Can I apply from outside Chhattisgarh if I am originally from Chhattisgarh?

No. You must be a permanent resident currently living in Chhattisgarh with a valid domicile. Women residing outside the state are not eligible.

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