What do you get under Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
₹2,500 a month for eligible women of Delhi. This is the scheme first announced as Mahila Samriddhi Yojana; it was renamed and opened for registration on 1 August 2026.
The eligibility list above is from the official portal (checked 1 November 2026). News reports say ₹1,000 a month goes to a digital rupee wallet and ₹1,500 to a deposit with a lock-in; the portal does not spell this out, so confirm before you plan on the full amount in cash.
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: latest updates
- Scheme formally launched; first sanction letters handed over. Reports said the August money would reach accounts on 1 September. news report
- Online registration opened on dly.delhi.gov.in. news report
- Delhi cabinet approved the scheme under the new name Delhi Lakshmi Yojana. news report
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Who is eligible for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
- Women aged 21 to 60 on the date of applying, and the eldest woman in the family.
- Annual family income up to ₹2,50,000.
- The applicant, her husband or one of her parents has lived in Delhi for at least 10 years, and she is a registered voter of Delhi.
- Family used no more than 2,400 units of electricity in the last 12 months and owns no four-wheeler.
- Not an income-tax payer or GST filer, not getting any government pension, and no family member in a regular or contract government job.
- Not more than three children and no criminal record.
Also check:
- You must be the eldest woman of the family and a Delhi voter.
- Your bank account must be in one of the banks listed on the portal (banks that support the digital rupee, CBDC).
- You need an endorsement letter signed by your MLA or MP, uploaded with the form.
Documents needed for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana
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How to apply for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana
- Open dly.delhi.gov.in and choose Apply. Answer the eligibility questions first.
- Fill your details with Aadhaar, add all family members and your bank account.
- Upload documents: Aadhaar, Delhi voter ID, photo and signature, proof of 10 years in Delhi (voter ID, ration card, driving licence or electricity or gas bill) and age proof.
- Get the endorsement letter from your MLA or MP, sign it and upload it, then submit and download the acknowledgement.
How to check Delhi Lakshmi Yojana status
- Open dly.delhi.gov.in and choose Track Application.
- Enter the mobile number you applied with to see the status.
- For the payment, check your bank SMS or passbook and the digital rupee wallet linked to your account.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
Women aged 21 to 60 on the date of applying, and the eldest woman in the family. Annual family income up to ₹2,50,000. The applicant, her husband or one of her parents has lived in Delhi for at least 10 years, and she is a registered voter of Delhi. Family used no more than 2,400 units of electricity in the last 12 months and owns no four-wheeler. Not an income-tax payer or GST filer, not getting any government pension, and no family member in a regular or contract government job. Not more than three children and no criminal record.
How much do I get under Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
₹2,500 a month for eligible women of Delhi. This is the scheme first announced as Mahila Samriddhi Yojana; it was renamed and opened for registration on 1 August 2026. The eligibility list above is from the official portal (checked 1 November 2026). News reports say ₹1,000 a month goes to a digital rupee wallet and ₹1,500 to a deposit with a lock-in; the portal does not spell this out, so confirm before you plan on the full amount in cash.
What documents do I need for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Voter ID card (EPIC); Passport-size photo; Address proof; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mobile number for OTP; Application acknowledgement or reference number.
How do I apply for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
Open dly.delhi.gov.in and choose Apply. Answer the eligibility questions first. Fill your details with Aadhaar, add all family members and your bank account. Upload documents: Aadhaar, Delhi voter ID, photo and signature, proof of 10 years in Delhi (voter ID, ration card, driving licence or electricity or gas bill) and age proof. Get the endorsement letter from your MLA or MP, sign it and upload it, then submit and download the acknowledgement. Official site: https://dly.delhi.gov.in/
How do I check Delhi Lakshmi Yojana status?
Open dly.delhi.gov.in and choose Track Application. Enter the mobile number you applied with to see the status. For the payment, check your bank SMS or passbook and the digital rupee wallet linked to your account.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
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.
Is Delhi Lakshmi Yojana the same as Mahila Samriddhi Yojana?
Yes. The ₹2,500 a month scheme announced in the 2025-26 budget as Mahila Samriddhi Yojana was renamed Delhi Lakshmi Yojana and registration opened on 1 August 2026 at dly.delhi.gov.in.
How do I check my Delhi Lakshmi Yojana status?
Open dly.delhi.gov.in, choose Track Application and enter the mobile number you used while applying.
Why do I need an MLA or MP letter?
The official portal lists an endorsement letter from the MLA or MP of your constituency as a mandatory document. Without it the application is not complete.
Who cannot apply?
Women whose family earns more than ₹2.5 lakh a year, income-tax payers and GST filers, families with a government employee or a four-wheeler, women already getting a government pension, and families that used more than 2,400 units of electricity in the last year.
Official sources
- Delhi Lakshmi Yojana portal, Department of Women and Child Development, Govt of NCT of Delhi
- Delhi Budget Speech 2025-26, Finance Department, Govt of NCT of Delhi
- All India Radio News: Delhi government approves Mahila Samridhi Yojana
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.