Delhi Lakshmi Yojana recurring deposits to mature on July 31, 2029

Recurring deposits for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana end on July 31, 2029. Council of Ministers can change this date two years after the scheme starts.

Scheme benefits

Eligible women get ₹2,500 monthly. Women get ₹1,500 in a recurring deposit account and ₹1,000 in a CBDC wallet. They can also choose to put the full ₹2,500 into a recurring deposit account. The scheme is for 17 lakh women in Delhi.

Eligibility criteria

Women aged 21 to 60 who are the eldest in their family can apply. One woman per family gets the benefit. Family income must be ₹2.5 lakh or less. Applicants need to live in Delhi for at least 10 years and be registered voters. People who pay income tax, file GST, work for the government, own a four-wheeler, or use over 2,400 units of electricity each year cannot apply.

Registration

Aadhaar is not required for registration. Those without Aadhaar can use an enrolment slip with other documents like a PAN card, ration card, voter ID, passport, or driving licence. Women and Child Development Department helps with Aadhaar enrolment at district offices. You can apply online through the official portal.