The new Annapurna Yojana Portal is launched after the release of the scheme's Notification No. 2411-WCD/O/AB-4/2026 dated 19 May 2026. The announcement regarding the scheme was made during the first cabinet meeting of the newly formed BJP government in West Bengal on 11 May 2026.
Under Annapurna Bhandar Scheme 2026, each eligible women is entitled to get ₹3,000 per month through direct benefit transfer (DBT). The state government has begun implementation of the scheme from 1 June 2026.
Applicants looking to enroll in the scheme or update beneficiary details may also need to update their family details online through the Family Level Data Collection Portal. The concerned authorities are doing this identification so that foreigners does not get benefit amount.
Note: Annapurna Bhandar Yojana has been introduced in place of the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme and eligible beneficiaries are being migrated after verification.
West Bengal Annapurna Yojana 1st Installment Transfer
Annapurna Yojana, which outsmarted former Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's patent Laxmir Bhandar, has reached 1.1 crore beneficiaries well within 60 days of the BJP coming to power. CM Adhikari announced this at a grand programme at Netaji Indoor Stadium.The first tranche of Annapurna Yojana, which ensures a ₹3,000 monthly benefit to the deserving women, had been transferred on 3 June 2026. CM added that about 26 lakh applications had been turned down on account of suspect citizenship or domicile status. There had been 1.6 crore applications, the CM said, adding, "Twenty-six lakh of such applications under the Annapurna Yojna have been rejected because scrutiny is required."
The earlier TMC Government had implemented the Laxmir Bhandar scheme, initially transferring ₹1,000 to women and later increasing it to ₹1,500 before the April-May State elections. The scheme covered more than 2 crore beneficiaries, a large number of whom comprised either foreign nationals or male recipients. Only the eligible Indian citizens will receive the fund through the direct benefit transfer scheme (DBT), and no non-Indian will get it, the CM said, adding, "We cannot transfer taxpayers' money from the government coffers to non-Indians."
The earlier TMC Government had implemented the Laxmir Bhandar scheme, initially transferring ₹1,000 to women and later increasing it to ₹1,500 before the April-May State elections. The scheme covered more than 2 crore beneficiaries, a large number of whom comprised either foreign nationals or male recipients. Only the eligible Indian citizens will receive the fund through the direct benefit transfer scheme (DBT), and no non-Indian will get it, the CM said, adding, "We cannot transfer taxpayers' money from the government coffers to non-Indians."
Already, hundreds of males, mostly close to the Trinamool Congress, who were receiving Laxmir Bhandar - a scheme targeting women only - have been identified and de-notified by the present Government. West Bengal government did a humongous job of identifying the ineligible people from the eligible ones.
Those who had still not received or applied for the scheme can check their eligibility and apply directly through the official myScheme Portal. Moreover those who were getting Laxmir Bhandar would automatically be included in the scheme, subject to verification. All the eligible beneficiaries under the Annapurna Yojana Bhandar scheme are being identified before transferring the amount to their bank accounts.
Online Family Level Data Collection for Annapurna Yojana
The West Bengal government has now made the Annapurna Yojana Family Level Data Collection process entirely online. This process is essential for beneficiary data collection and verification purposes.
Step 1: Firstly visit the Family Level Data Collection Portal at https://socialregistry.wb.gov.in/
Step 2: On the homepage, reach out to the "Citizen / Family Login" section and click "Access Citizen Portal"
Step 5: Authenticate your mobile number and enter family details.
Step 6: Submit the details to complete online family level data collection process.
Applicants who completes the Family Level Data Collection process through online mode can later use the Annapurna Bhandar Status Check facility on the Annapurna Yojana Portal to track their beneficiary records and payment status.
How to Download Annapurna Yojana Form PDF
Earlier PDF forms were invited by the West Bengal government for family level data collection for Annapurna Yojana through the links mentioned here:-
| Language | Download Link |
| English | https://socialsecurity.wb.gov.in/public/pdf/Annapurna_Yojana_Family_Level_Data_Collection_Form_English.pdf |
| Bengali (বাংলা) | https://socialsecurity.wb.gov.in/public/pdf/Annapurna_Yojana_Family_Level_Data_Collection_Form_Bangla.pdf |
| Hindi (हिन्दी) | https://socialsecurity.wb.gov.in/public/pdf/Annapurna_Yojana_Family_Level_Data_Collection_Form_Hindi.pdf |
Applicants were required to download the form in their preferred language, fill in the required details, and follow the instructions issued by local authorities regarding submission and verification. The form was intended for collection and verification of beneficiary information under Annapurna Yojana. The official form (page 1) looked similar to the one shown here.
Now these links are NOT functional and the family level data collection process is now made online.
Annapurna Yojana Beneficiary Verification Drive by Bengal Govt
The West Bengal government had started a large-scale verification and database cleansing exercise for beneficiaries of the Annapurna Yojana. The scheme was rolled out on 1 June 2026. Under the exercise, officials will identify and remove:- Dead beneficiaries
- Shifted beneficiaries
- Duplicate entries
- Absentee electors
- Ineligible applicants
- Booth Level Officers (BLOs)
- Gram Panchayat staff
- Gram Rojgar Sahayaks
- Nirman Sahayaks
- Block officials
The government is also updating Aadhaar-linked bank account details of beneficiaries to ensure smooth Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) payments under the scheme.
The Annapurna Yojana portal is being used for:
The Annapurna Yojana portal is being used for:
- Beneficiary authentication
- Record correction
- Database updates
- Application tracking
Annapurna Bhandar Scheme 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Scheme Name | Annapurna Bhandar Scheme |
| State | West Bengal |
| Announced By | CM Suvendu Adhikari |
| Beneficiaries | Eligible Women |
| Financial Assistance | ₹3,000 per month |
| Scheme Start Date | From 1 June 2026 |
| Mode of Transfer | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Application Mode | Online / Offline (Planned) |
| Official Portal | Annapurna Yojana Portal |
| Status Checking | Clicking on "Track Applicant Status" on Annapurna Yojana Portal |
Annapurna Bhandar Status Check 2026 Online
The West Bengal government has launched Annapurna Yojana portal for ₹3,000 financial assistance scheme status check. Now as the new portal becomes operational, applicants can use the "Track Applicant Status" facility on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in to track beneficiary payment status. The portal was earlier used for schemes such as Lakshmir Bhandar and other West Bengal social security services.Applicants can use the Track Application Status facility to check:
- Application status
- Beneficiary approval status
- DBT payment status
- Registration details
Track Applicant / Payment Status of Annapurna Yojana
Applicants may follow these steps to check their beneficiary status online:- Visit the Annapurna Yojana Portal
- On the homepage, click on "Track Applicant Status"
- Enter application number or registered mobile number
- Submit the details
What is Annapurna Bhandar Scheme?
The Annapurna Bhandar Scheme is a women financial assistance scheme launched by the West Bengal government. Under this scheme, eligible women beneficiaries may receive ₹3,000 every month directly into their bank accounts.
The scheme was announced as a key election promise before the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. After forming the government, officials were instructed to begin implementation from June 2026. The scheme is being viewed as the replacement of the Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme introduced by the previous Trinamool Congress government.
Annapurna Yojana Portal Update 2026
The West Bengal government has started implementation of the Annapurna Bhandar Scheme from 1 June 2026. Family level data collection and status checking facility is now available on the official Annapurna Yojana Portal. Moreover, the financial assistance amount is getting transferred directly into eligible beneficiaries' bank accounts through DBT. According to the announcement:- State-wide beneficiary verification drive is currently underway
- Door-to-door verification is a continuous process and is being conducted by field officials
- New online portal for authentication has been launched at socialregistry.wb.gov.in
- Status tracking facility is available at the new online portal.
- Eligible women shall receive ₹3,000 per month
- Amount would be transferred directly into bank accounts
- The scheme will replace Lakshmir Bhandar in the state
How to Apply Online for Annapurna Bhandar Yojana 2026
The West Bengal government has released the Annapurna Yojana Family Level Data Collection process through the official portal. Eligible women can make citizen / family login and provide the required beneficiary / family information as per government instructions.
Annapurna Bhandar Apply Online Date
According to the government announcement, the Annapurna Yojana form fill-up process has been started from 1 June 2026. Moreover, 1st installment has also been transferred.Annapurna Bhandar Eligibility 2026
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
- Only women applicants are eligible under Annapurna Yojana.
- The age of the applicant should be between 25 and 60 years.
- The applicant should possess an Aadhaar-linked bank account for receiving DBT payments under the scheme.
- According to the government notification, existing eligible beneficiaries of the Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme are planned to be migrated to Annapurna Yojana after verification and database cleansing exercise.
- Beneficiaries who have filed appeals before the SIR Tribunal or submitted applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act may continue receiving financial assistance until the disposal of their applications as per government rules.
Exclusion Criteria
- Women below 25 years or above 60 years cannot apply under the Annapurna Yojana.
- Permanent government employees may not be eligible for the scheme.
- Women receiving a regular government salary or pension may not qualify for benefits.
- Income Tax payers are not eligible under the Annapurna Yojana.
- Women who are not residents of West Bengal cannot apply.
- Beneficiaries identified as dead, shifted, deleted, absentee electors, or found ineligible during verification may be removed from the scheme.
- Applications with incorrect details or fake documents may be rejected during verification.
Annapurna Bhandar Age Limit
Only women between 25 and 60 years of age would be eligible for Annapurna Yojana benefits.
Documents Required for Annapurna Bhandar Form Fill Up
Applicants may need the following documents during registration:- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID Card
- Ration Card
- Residence Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Passport Size Photograph
- Mobile Number
- Bank Passbook
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Other Major Announcements by West Bengal Government
During the first cabinet meeting, alongwith the implementation of Annapurna Yojana, the government also discussed implementation of several central schemes in West Bengal including:- Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)
- Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
- PM Vishwakarma Yojana
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
- Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
FAQs on Annapurna Bhandar Status Check 2026
Q1. What is Annapurna Bhandar Scheme?
It is a women financial assistance scheme announced by the West Bengal government under which eligible women may receive ₹3,000 per month.
It is a women financial assistance scheme announced by the West Bengal government under which eligible women may receive ₹3,000 per month.
Q2. How to check Annapurna Bhandar status online?
Applicants may be able to check beneficiary status through the West Bengal Annapurna Yojana portal using application number or registered mobile number.
Applicants may be able to check beneficiary status through the West Bengal Annapurna Yojana portal using application number or registered mobile number.
Q3. How to check Annapurna Bhandar status?
Applicants may currently use:
Applicants may currently use:
- West Bengal Annapurna Yojana Portal
- Track Applicant Status Page
Q4. When will Annapurna Bhandar Scheme start?
The West Bengal government has started Annapurna Yojana implementation from 1 June 2026.
The West Bengal government has started Annapurna Yojana implementation from 1 June 2026.
Q5. Why is beneficiary verification being conducted under Annapurna Yojana?
The West Bengal government has started a verification and database cleansing exercise to identify duplicate, dead, shifted and ineligible beneficiaries and maintain an updated beneficiary database.
The West Bengal government has started a verification and database cleansing exercise to identify duplicate, dead, shifted and ineligible beneficiaries and maintain an updated beneficiary database.
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