West Bengal government has opened the second monthly payment cycle of Annapurna Yojana from July 1, 2026, sending another round of ₹3,000 into the bank accounts of women already approved under the scheme. This comes almost a month after the first installment reached 28,25,769 women on June 3, 2026, when CM Suvendu Adhikari formally launched the scheme at Nabanna.
Annapurna Yojana replaces the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme, and every eligible woman now gets a flat ₹3,000 every month, with no difference between general and SC/ST categories. Applications for new beneficiaries stay open till August 25, 2026, and the government's target is to cover close to 2 crore women once the ongoing verification round wraps up.
Annapurna Yojana Installment Dates and Payment Details
There was some confusion earlier about whether the money would come on June 1 with the launch or on a later date. That got settled quickly. Annapurna Yojana was formally launched and the first installment of ₹3,000 started getting credited from June 3, 2026. At the launch programme, the government confirmed money had reached 28.25 lakh women, with Nadia district topping the list at around 2.60 lakh beneficiaries, followed by Murshidabad and West Midnapore. Free travel for women on state-run buses, another promise made along with this scheme, began from June 1, 2026.
Now the second installment cycle has started from July 1, 2026. Women who got the June payment, along with new names that cleared verification in between, are getting their ₹3,000 for the fresh month. Since the beneficiary list gets refreshed every seven days, more names keep joining with each cycle. So even if your first installment did not come through, there is still a chance it lands in this cycle or the next one, as long as your verification is complete.
Payment goes straight into the woman's own bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer, so there is no need to visit any office, ration shop, or stand in any queue to collect it. As long as the account is active and properly linked with Aadhaar, ₹3,000 gets credited automatically every month on a rolling basis as more applications get verified.
Who Got the First Installment on June 3
Not every applicant got the money on day one back in June. The first installment mainly went to women whose names had already cleared the verification process. Here is who was included in that first cycle:
- Migrated Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries: Women who were already getting Lakshmir Bhandar money and have been verified and moved to Annapurna Yojana got the first installment without applying again.
- Verified new applicants: New applicants whose forms were checked and approved by the District Magistrate or KMC Commissioner before the payment cycle were included.
- Women with Aadhaar-linked bank accounts: Only beneficiaries whose bank accounts are active and correctly linked with Aadhaar received the DBT credit on time.
Mandatory Re-verification for Migrated Beneficiaries
Getting the June payment does not mean the July and later installments are guaranteed without any further step. Government has made it clear that every beneficiary migrated from Lakshmir Bhandar must complete a fresh re-verification, either online through the portal or offline at the nearest BDO or SDO office. Profiles left unverified get suspended from the active list and stop getting the monthly ₹3,000, even if June's payment went through fine.
This step is part of a larger clean-up drive. Out of the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar database of around 2.20 crore women, close to 30 lakh names have already been removed after Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 checks flagged them as non-citizens, permanently deleted electors, or duplicate and absentee entries. Women whose citizenship or voter status is still under appeal before a tribunal or under the Citizenship Amendment Act continue to get benefits till their case is decided.
Installment Date Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Annapurna Yojana (Annapurna Bhandar Scheme) |
| Launched By | CM Suvendu Adhikari, West Bengal BJP Government |
| Scheme Launch Date | June 3, 2026 (at Nabanna) |
| 1st Installment Date | June 3, 2026 (28,25,769 women) |
| 2nd Installment Date | July 1, 2026 (rolling credit) |
| Installment Amount | ₹3,000 per month |
| Payment Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Application Deadline | August 25, 2026 |
| Target Beneficiaries | Close to 2 crore women |
| Free Bus Travel | From June 1, 2026 |
| Status Helpline | 8282082820 (9 AM to 6 PM, Mon to Sat) |
| Official Website | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in |
How to Check Your Installment Status by Helpline
Along with the launch, government started a public outreach drive called Apnar Sorkar Apnar Pashe with a dedicated helpline and email so women can check their status or raise any problem. You can call the helpline number 8282082820 between 9 AM and 6 PM from Monday to Saturday, or send an email to asap@wb.gov.in. Use this if you want to know whether your name is approved, if your installment has not come even after approval, or if you want to report a wrong entry in the list. Officials have said anyone can flag an ineligible name, and any eligible woman whose name is missing can raise her case for a fresh inquiry.
How to Make Sure Your Installment Is Not Delayed
If you want the ₹3,000 to keep reaching your account every month without a gap, there are a few simple things you should check right now. A small mistake in your bank or Aadhaar details is the most common reason payments get stuck, so go through these steps carefully.
STEP 1 - Confirm that your bank account is active and is in your own name. Joint accounts or accounts in someone else's name will not receive the DBT payment.
STEP 2 - Make sure your Aadhaar is properly linked and seeded with your bank account. You can check this at your bank branch or through your bank's net banking and mobile app, since DBT works only on Aadhaar-seeded accounts.
STEP 3 - Check your application status on the official portal at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in using your registered mobile number, or call the helpline 8282082820. If it shows "Approved", you are set for the payment. You can also see how to check your name in the Annapurna Yojana beneficiary list for full details.
STEP 4 - If your status is still "Pending" or "Under Verification", wait for the local officials to finish the enquiry. Once approved, you will be included in the next available payment cycle even if you missed an earlier batch, since the list is updated every seven days.
About the 12-Page Application Form
Some people raised worries that the long 12-page application form could leave out genuine women because of all the documents and details asked for. Replying to this, CM Suvendu Adhikari said government staff will personally help women fill out the form, even visiting homes for those who cannot step out, so nobody who is eligible should get left behind because of the form's length.
Government has also put strong checks in place to stop ineligible people from grabbing the benefit, with multi-step verification by block officers, BDOs and the District Magistrate before any name is approved. The West Bengal Budget 2026-27 has set aside close to ₹36,000 crore for this scheme, showing how big a share of the state's welfare spending now goes into Annapurna Yojana. You can read the full Annapurna Bhandar Scheme application form guide for step-by-step help.
FAQ's
Has the Annapurna Yojana 2nd installment been credited?
Yes. The second monthly installment of ₹3,000 started getting credited from July 1, 2026, to women already approved in the scheme, along with new names that cleared verification after the first June payment.
When was the Annapurna Yojana 1st installment sent?
The first installment of ₹3,000 started getting credited from June 3, 2026, and the government confirmed money reached 28,25,769 women in the first phase directly into their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts through DBT.
How can I check my installment status?
Check your application status on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in using your registered mobile number, or call the helpline 8282082820 between 9 AM and 6 PM from Monday to Saturday. You can also email asap@wb.gov.in for any grievance.
How much is the installment amount?
The installment is ₹3,000, which is the fixed monthly benefit under Annapurna Yojana. Every eligible woman gets the same amount every month, with no category-wise difference between general and SC/ST women.
Will I keep getting the installment if I was a Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiary?
Yes, if your name was verified and migrated from Lakshmir Bhandar to Annapurna Yojana, you are included for the installment without applying again. But you still need to complete the mandatory re-verification step, and your bank account must stay active and Aadhaar-linked.
How is the installment paid?
The installment is paid through Direct Benefit Transfer straight into the woman's own Aadhaar-linked bank account every month. There is no need to visit any office or collect the money in cash.
What should I do if my installment did not come this month?
First check your application status on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in or call the helpline 8282082820. If it shows "Pending" or "Under Verification", wait for the local officials to complete the process, since the list is updated every seven days. If approved but still not paid, visit your nearest BDO or SDO office with your Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and voter ID to get it sorted.
What is the last date to apply for Annapurna Yojana?
New applications can be submitted till August 25, 2026, which marks the end of the 90-day enrolment window. You can apply online at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in or offline at your nearest BDO, SDO, or municipality office.
What is the official website to check Annapurna Yojana installment status?
The official website is socialsecurity.wb.gov.in, run by the Department of Women and Child Development and Social Welfare, Government of West Bengal. You can check your application and payment status there using your registered mobile number, or call the helpline 8282082820.