Good news for women across West Bengal - the wait for the first payment under Annapurna Yojana is almost over. CM Suvendu Adhikari has confirmed that the Annapurna Yojana 1st installment date is June 3, 2026, when ₹3,000 will start getting credited directly into beneficiaries' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts through DBT. The scheme itself goes live on June 1, 2026, but the actual money transfer begins from June 3.
This is the first payment under the new scheme that replaces the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme, and the amount has been doubled to ₹3,000 per month for every eligible woman. If your name is in the verified list and your bank account is linked with Aadhaar, you can expect the first installment to land in your account from June 3 onward.
Annapurna Yojana 1st Installment Date and Payment Details
Many women had been confused about whether the money would come on June 1 along with the launch, or on some later date. Now it is clear. While Annapurna Yojana officially launches on June 1, 2026, the first installment payment of ₹3,000 will start from June 3, 2026. Free travel for women on state-run buses, another promise made along with this scheme, begins from June 1, 2026.
The 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 your account is active and properly linked with Aadhaar, the ₹3,000 will be credited automatically once the transfer cycle starts on June 3.
Who Will Get the First Installment on June 3
Not every applicant will automatically get the money on day one. The first installment on June 3 will mainly go to women whose names have already cleared the verification process. Here is who can expect the payment in the first cycle:
- Migrated Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries: Women who were already getting Lakshmir Bhandar money and have been verified and moved to Annapurna Yojana will get the first installment without applying again.
- Verified new applicants: New applicants whose forms have been checked and approved by the District Magistrate or KMC Commissioner before the payment cycle will be included.
- Women with Aadhaar-linked bank accounts: Only beneficiaries whose bank accounts are active and correctly linked with Aadhaar will receive the DBT credit on time.
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 1, 2026 |
| 1st Installment Date | June 3, 2026 |
| Installment Amount | ₹3,000 per month |
| Payment Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Free Bus Travel | From June 1, 2026 |
| Beneficiaries | Eligible women aged 25 to 60 years in West Bengal |
| Official Website | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in |
How to Make Sure Your First Installment Is Not Delayed
If you want the ₹3,000 to reach your account on time from June 3, 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. If it shows "Approved", you are set for the first installment. 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 miss the June 3 batch.
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, so nobody who is eligible should get left behind because of the form's length.
The government has also put strong checks in place to stop ineligible people from grabbing the benefit. A few men who were found wrongly receiving the money have already been arrested, and the state has stressed that it wants clear and clean delivery so that only genuine women get their installment on time. You can read the full Annapurna Bhandar Scheme application form guide for step-by-step help.
FAQ's
What is the Annapurna Yojana 1st installment date?
The first installment of Annapurna Yojana will start getting credited from June 3, 2026. Although the scheme launches on June 1, 2026, the actual ₹3,000 DBT payment to beneficiaries begins on June 3.
How much is the first installment amount?
The first installment is ₹3,000, which is the fixed monthly benefit under Annapurna Yojana. Every eligible woman gets the same amount, with no category-wise difference between general and SC/ST women.
Will I get the first installment if I was a Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiary?
Yes, if your name was verified and migrated from Lakshmir Bhandar to Annapurna Yojana, you will get the first installment from June 3, 2026 without applying again. Just make sure your bank account is active and Aadhaar-linked.
How will the installment be paid?
The installment is paid through Direct Benefit Transfer straight into the woman's own Aadhaar-linked bank account. There is no need to visit any office or collect the money in cash.
What should I do if my first installment does not come on June 3?
First check your application status on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in. If it shows "Pending" or "Under Verification", wait for the local officials to complete the process. 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 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.