Eligibility conditions and covered categories
The scheme is open to adult female residents of West Bengal who lead eligible households.
Core qualification norms include:
- Female resident of West Bengal aged between 25 and 60 years.
- Enrolled under the state Swasthya Sathi health scheme database.
- Differential financial assistance is provided for general category and scheduled caste or scheduled tribe beneficiaries as notified by the state government.
- Women employed in permanent government service, autonomous bodies, or government-aided institutions are excluded.
- Recipients of regular statutory government pensions are not eligible.
Application submission at Duare Sarkar camps
Applications are accepted through designated government outreach camps and municipal offices.
Necessary documents include:
- Swasthya Sathi card copy showing the applicant as household head.
- Aadhaar card copy linked with an active mobile number.
- Digital SC/ST certificate issued by competent authority, if claiming category benefits.
- Bank passbook copy showing account number, IFSC code, and applicant name.
- Coloured passport-sized photographs.
Verification and DBT disbursement
Submitted applications undergo field verification by local block or municipal authorities. Approved benefits are credited directly into the woman's individual bank account through the state electronic Direct Benefit Transfer portal on a monthly basis.
Official source
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Lakshmir Bhandar in West Bengal?
Women residents aged 25 to 60 who are registered under Swasthya Sathi and are not employed in regular government positions.
Where are Lakshmir Bhandar application forms submitted?
Forms are distributed and collected free of charge at state-organized Duare Sarkar outreach camps and designated local civic offices.
Is the Swasthya Sathi card mandatory for Lakshmir Bhandar?
Yes, enrollment in the Swasthya Sathi database serves as the primary household identification document for processing applications.
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