What do you get under Mahtari Vandan?
₹1,000 a month to the woman’s own bank account by DBT. Women on a pension below ₹1,000 get the difference.
Money usually comes in the first half of the month, but the date is not fixed.
Mahtari Vandan: latest updates
- 32nd instalment of ₹1,000 credited to women’s accounts. official source
- 31st instalment paid before Raksha Bandhan. official source
- Budget 2026-27 set aside ₹8,200 crore; about 70 lakh women had got 24 instalments so far. official source
Who is eligible for Mahtari Vandan?
- Married women living in Chhattisgarh, aged at least 21 on 1 January of the year of application.
- Widowed, divorced and abandoned women are also eligible.
- Families with an income-tax payer or a permanent government employee or pensioner are left out (as per the scheme guidelines).
Also check:
- The bank account must be in the woman’s own name (not joint), Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled.
- New registration opens only when the state announces it.
Documents needed for Mahtari Vandan
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How to apply for Mahtari Vandan
- When registration is open, fill the form at the Anganwadi centre, gram panchayat or ward office (or through the Anganwadi worker on the portal).
- Keep your own bank account Aadhaar-seeded and DBT active.
How to check Mahtari Vandan status
- Open mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in and choose "Application and payment status" (आवेदन एवं भुगतान की स्थिति).
- Enter your registration or Aadhaar details to see each instalment.
- If payment failed, check NPCI Aadhaar seeding of your bank account; you can lodge a complaint on the same portal.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Mahtari Vandan?
Married women living in Chhattisgarh, aged at least 21 on 1 January of the year of application. Widowed, divorced and abandoned women are also eligible. Families with an income-tax payer or a permanent government employee or pensioner are left out (as per the scheme guidelines).
How much do I get under Mahtari Vandan?
₹1,000 a month to the woman’s own bank account by DBT. Women on a pension below ₹1,000 get the difference. Money usually comes in the first half of the month, but the date is not fixed.
What documents do I need for Mahtari Vandan?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mobile number for OTP; Passport-size photo; Marriage certificate or self-declaration.
How do I apply for Mahtari Vandan?
When registration is open, fill the form at the Anganwadi centre, gram panchayat or ward office (or through the Anganwadi worker on the portal). Keep your own bank account Aadhaar-seeded and DBT active. Official site: https://mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in/
How do I check Mahtari Vandan status?
Open mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in and choose "Application and payment status" (आवेदन एवं भुगतान की स्थिति). Enter your registration or Aadhaar details to see each instalment. If payment failed, check NPCI Aadhaar seeding of your bank account; you can lodge a complaint on the same portal.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Mahtari Vandan?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How do I check Mahtari Vandan payment status?
On mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in open "Application and payment status" and enter your details. If a payment failed, check your bank account’s Aadhaar (NPCI) seeding.
When is the next Mahtari Vandan instalment?
The ₹1,000 comes once a month, usually in the first half of the month. The 32nd instalment reached women by mid October 2026.
Is Mahtari Vandan new registration open?
Only when the state announces a new round. Watch the Women and Child Development Department and your Anganwadi centre for notices.
Official sources
- Mahtari Vandan Yojana portal, Govt of Chhattisgarh
- Women and Child Development Department, Govt of Chhattisgarh: Mahtari Vandan Yojana
- Chhattisgarh Budget Speech 2026-27 (24 February 2026), DPR Chhattisgarh
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.