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Maharashtra · Women / Girl Child / Education

Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)

Also known as: Lek Ladki Yojana · Lek Ladki Scheme · Lek Ladki Yojana Maharashtra · लेक लाडकी योजना

Maharashtra Women & Child Development Dept.
Benefit
₹1,01,000 total in 5 instalments from birth to age 18: ₹5,000 at birth → ₹6,000 (Class 1) → ₹7,000 (Class 6) → ₹8,000 (Class 11) → ₹75,000 lump-sum at 18. For yellow/orange ration card families.

At a glance

SchemeLek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)
ForWomen / Girl Child / Education
WhereMaharashtra
DepartmentMaharashtra Women & Child Development Dept.
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-11

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)?

Girls born on or after 1 April 2023 in Maharashtra. Family has a yellow or orange ration card (income up to ₹1 lakh a year). For the first and second child in the family (if one of them is a girl).

What is the benefit of Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)?

₹1,01,000 total in 5 instalments from birth to age 18: ₹5,000 at birth → ₹6,000 (Class 1) → ₹7,000 (Class 6) → ₹8,000 (Class 11) → ₹75,000 lump-sum at 18. For yellow/orange ration card families.

What documents are needed for Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)?

Aadhaar Card (parent), Girl Child's Birth Certificate (born after Apr 1, 2023), Yellow / Orange Ration Card, Bank Account in girl's name, Maharashtra Domicile.

How do I apply for Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)?

Apply online on the official website: https://womenchild.maharashtra.gov.in/

How can I check if I am eligible for Lek Ladki Yojana (Girl Child Financial Empowerment)?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.

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Official link last checked: 2026-10-11