Mai Bahin Maan Yojana for the women of Bihar

Have you ever considered how a single plan could bring profound changes to the lives of thousands of women in a state? Imagine a program that provides financial assistance, support, dignity, and hope to thousands of sisters and daughters across Bihar. Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar is set for this very purpose.

The Mai Bahan Yojana, which has just been introduced by the Bihar government, is a promise rather than simply another government program. It promises assistance, freedom, and empowerment to women who are more often than not the pillars of every home but stand out as vulnerable because of socioeconomic problems or as independent beings.

This blog will let you know everything you need to know about applying to this scheme, requirements, registration, documents, and benefits if you happen to be in Bihar or have a sister, mother, wife, or daughter eligible for this program. Let us begin.

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What is Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar?

The Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar was started in 2025 in the state of Bihar as a social welfare program. This project is focused on providing aid to those women from the economically weaker section who are mostly between 18 to 50 years of age, financially.

It is therefore the objective of this program to establish an independent way of life, free from others’ assistance, for women who have no income or are unemployed, residentially wedded, widowed, or otherwise legally single. Funds can be used for self-employment needs, sustenance, further education, or skill development.

Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar’s Objectives

The scheme’s primary goals are as follows:

Providing women with more social and financial clout.
Supporting those women who have no regular income and are unemployed.
To lessen poverty and dependency among women.
Giving independence by way of a regular, small monthly stipend.
Women beneficiaries get direct payments to their bank accounts.

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply

The following requirements must be fulfilled to apply for the Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar:

Criteria	Requirement
Gender	Female
Age	Between 18 and 50 years
Residence	Must be a permanent resident of Bihar
Income	Must belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) or low-income family
Marital Status	Applicable to unmarried, widowed, divorced, or abandoned women
Employment Status	Must be unemployed or not be getting any government-provided income.

Important Note: A woman may not be eligible for this program if she is currently receiving financial assistance or a pension under another program.

Benefits of Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar

These are some of Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar’s most important advantages; let’s examine the program’s advantages:

Financial support is provided up to ₹1,000 per month.
The beneficiary accounts receive Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Access to counseling and skill-development programs (in the next phases).
The support extends to women wishing to gain self-employment status, initiate their microbusiness, or pursue further study.
It acts as a social safety net for women who are financially and socially distressed.

Registration Process for Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar

You can choose to register for Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar via online or offline means, depending upon the facilities available in your district. Following is a step-wise, detailed guide:

Online Registration Process:

Missed Call Route

Step 1: Give a missed call to 8800023525.

The next step is for a Congress outreach team to contact you, assist you in providing your bank and personal information, and help you determine your eligibility.

Go to the district welfare website or the main Bihar government website at https://state.bihar.gov.in.
On the homepage, select the “Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar Registration” link.

Fill in all the details that are required
Name	–
Age	–
Adhaar Card Number	–
Mobile Number	–
Address	–
Bank Account Details (Linked with Adhaar)	–

Send in scanned copies of the necessary files (You will get to see below).
For tracking purposes, record the application/reference number after submitting the form.

Offline Registration Process

This is for those people who are not comfortable with online registration. You can visit:

Block Development Office (BDO)
Panchayat Office
District Social Welfare Office

Gather the application, complete it manually, attach supporting documents, and ship it to the appointed address. A receipt will be handed over to you against this transaction.

Camps at the Assembly Level and Booth Promotion

Walker-der Congress has been holding Assembly-level camps and filling in forms at places like Bagaha and Darbhanga-Jale. These camps are actively registering women on the ground.

Documents Required for Registration of Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar

You must have the following paperwork on hand to register for Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar:

Documents Required
Adhaar Card	Linked to a bank
Voter ID or Ration Card	This is for proof of residence
Recent passport-size photograph	For self-identification
Income Certificate	Must be issued by the local authority
Bank Passbook	Need first page copy
Caste Certificate	If applicable
Affidavit stating employment and marital status	–

Selection to Be Done Based On?

Your application will be critically reviewed by the local authorities soon after you register. Verification could include:

Verifying salary information twice
Verification of identification
Preventing duplication (such as being a part of multiple schemes already)

The beneficiary will begin receiving the monthly aid straight into her bank account after it has been approved.

Application Status: Tracking is a Must

You can check your status online after registering:

Visit the official website.
Click on the “Track Application Status” link.
Enter your Aadhaar number or reference number.
You will see the current status of your application: approved, refused, or pending.

What Makes it Different: Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar

This scheme is unique for the following reasons:

It focused entirely on women.
The registration procedure is digital and easy to follow.
Empowering underprivileged women with respect and dignity.
Direct Benefit Transfer through DBT ensures transparency without interference by middlemen or agents.
It partners with welfare schemes like Start-up Bihar and Skill India.

FAQs

Q1. What is the main purpose of the Mai Bahan Yojana Bihar?

Ans- To strengthen the women and make them self-reliant economically by giving them financial aid.

Q2. How much money will I get under this scheme?

Ans- Eligible women will receive ₹1,000 per month directly into their bank account.

Q3. Can a married woman apply for this scheme?

Ans- Only women who are jobless, widowed, divorced, or abandoned can apply. Married women who get family financial assistance could not qualify.

Q4. Is Aadhaar mandatory for the application?

Ans- Yes, Aadhaar is mandatory and should be linked to your bank account.

Q5. What if I don’t have a bank account?

Ans- To get DBT, you must first open a bank account. Under the Jan Dhan Yojana, you can do this for free.

Q6. Can I apply again if my application is rejected?

Ans- Yes, you can reapply after correcting the issues or missing documents.

Important Links for Bihar:

Bhulekh Bihar || Bhu Naksha Bihar || खाता खसरा नंबर || बिहार AEPDS Bihar का राशन कार्ड