What do you get under Annapurna free LPG?
The cost of three 14.2 kg LPG refills a year paid back to the woman’s bank account after she buys the cylinder.
Most women pay the full refill price first and get the money back. Three refills a year only; a fourth is at the normal price.
Annapurna free LPG: latest updates
- Scheme widened to cover all eligible Majhi Ladki Bahin beneficiaries, not only Ujjwala families. news report
- Three free LPG refills a year announced in the state budget. official source
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Who is eligible for Annapurna free LPG?
- Women beneficiaries of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana and of PM Ujjwala Yojana in Maharashtra.
- The LPG connection must be in the woman’s name.
Also check:
- You must already be a Ladki Bahin or Ujjwala beneficiary.
- Ask your gas agency to move the connection to the woman’s name if it is in a man’s name.
Documents needed for Annapurna free LPG
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How to apply for Annapurna free LPG
- No separate form: the gas companies pick eligible women from the Ladki Bahin and Ujjwala lists.
- Keep the LPG connection in your own name and your bank account Aadhaar-linked (e-KYC done at the gas agency).
- Book and pay for the refill as usual; the refund comes to your bank account.
How to check Annapurna free LPG status
- Check your bank SMS or passbook for the refund after each refill.
- If nothing comes, ask your LPG distributor whether your connection is tagged for the Annapurna scheme.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Annapurna free LPG?
Women beneficiaries of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana and of PM Ujjwala Yojana in Maharashtra. The LPG connection must be in the woman’s name.
How much do I get under Annapurna free LPG?
The cost of three 14.2 kg LPG refills a year paid back to the woman’s bank account after she buys the cylinder. Most women pay the full refill price first and get the money back. Three refills a year only; a fourth is at the normal price.
What documents do I need for Annapurna free LPG?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Ration card.
How do I apply for Annapurna free LPG?
No separate form: the gas companies pick eligible women from the Ladki Bahin and Ujjwala lists. Keep the LPG connection in your own name and your bank account Aadhaar-linked (e-KYC done at the gas agency). Book and pay for the refill as usual; the refund comes to your bank account. Official site: https://mahafood.gov.in/
How do I check Annapurna free LPG status?
Check your bank SMS or passbook for the refund after each refill. If nothing comes, ask your LPG distributor whether your connection is tagged for the Annapurna scheme.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Annapurna free LPG?
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.
Who gets 3 free gas cylinders in Maharashtra?
Women who get Majhi Ladki Bahin or PM Ujjwala, with the LPG connection in their own name.
Is the cylinder given free at delivery?
Usually no. You pay at delivery and the money comes back to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Do I need to apply for Annapurna Yojana?
No separate form. Make sure the connection is in your name and e-KYC is done at the gas agency.
Official sources
- All India Radio News, 28 June 2024: Maharashtra supplementary budget announces free cylinders
- Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Govt of Maharashtra
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.