Priya Das from Howrah received Lakshmir Bhandar — ₹1,500 every month for 3 years. In May 2026, her neighbour told her: “Annapurna Bhandar এসে গেছে — এখন ₹3,000 পাবে।”
Priya was worried. Do I need to apply again?
No. Existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries are automatically migrated. From June 1, 2026 — ₹3,000 directly in her account. No fresh application needed.
Annapurna Bhandar (অন্নপূর্ণা ভান্ডার) is West Bengal’s new flagship women’s welfare scheme, replacing Lakshmir Bhandar. Announced by the BJP government under CM Suvendu Adhikari — cabinet approved May 11, 2026. ₹3,000 per month for all eligible women — directly via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
Registration Portal: socialregistry.wb.gov.in Payment Status: socialsecurity.wb.gov.in Helpline: 1800-345-5555 (Toll-free)
Quick Answer (দ্রুত উত্তর): New Registration: socialregistry.wb.gov.in → Apply → Mobile OTP → Family details → Submit Payment Status: socialsecurity.wb.gov.in → Track Applicant Status → Application ID / Mobile Amount: ₹3,000/month — all categories Last Date: August 25, 2026 First Payment: June 3, 2026 ✅ (28 lakh women) Duare Sarkar: June 15–17, 2026 — offline help Helpline: 1800-345-5555
Annapurna Bhandar vs Lakshmir Bhandar — What Changed?
| Lakshmir Bhandar | Annapurna Bhandar | |
|---|---|---|
| Government | Trinamool Congress | BJP (CM Suvendu Adhikari) |
| General category | ₹1,500/month | ₹3,000/month |
| SC/ST category | ₹1,700/month | ₹3,000/month (unified) |
| Portal | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in + socialregistry.wb.gov.in |
| Started | 2021 | June 1, 2026 |
| Migration | — | Automatic — no reapplication |
₹3,000 = ₹36,000 per year — double the previous amount for general category women.
Eligibility — পাত্রতা
Who can apply (যারা আবেদন করতে পারবেন):
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Gender | Women only |
| Age | 25 to 60 years |
| Residence | Permanent West Bengal resident |
| Ration Card | BPL / AAY / PHH category |
| Income Tax | Must NOT be an income tax payer |
| Employment | Must NOT be a government employee or pensioner |
Who cannot apply (যারা পাবেন না):
- Income tax payers
- State or Central government employees or pensioners
- Panchayat, municipality or statutory body employees
- Government-aided school or college employees
Important Dates — 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme launched | June 1, 2026 |
| Online portal live | June 3, 2026 (socialregistry.wb.gov.in) |
| First payment released | June 3–4, 2026 ✅ |
| Duare Sarkar camps | June 15–17, 2026 |
| Last date | August 25, 2026 |
New Registration — Online (Fresh Applicants)
Step 1: Go to socialregistry.wb.gov.in
Step 2: Click “Apply in Citizen Portal”
Step 3: Select your district from the dropdown
Step 4: Enter mobile number → Send OTP → Verify
Step 5: Create account → Login
Step 6: Fill the Family Level Data Collection form:
- Basic information — name, DOB, address
- Ration card details
- Family members and income
- Assets details
- Aadhaar details
- Existing government schemes
Step 7: Upload documents
Step 8: Review → Submit → Save your 18-digit reference number immediately
Last date: August 25, 2026. After this date, new registrations under the current phase may close.
Offline Apply — BDO Office or Duare Sarkar Camp
Download the form: socialsecurity.wb.gov.in → Downloads → Annapurna Bhandar Application Form → PDF (Bengali / Hindi / English)
Submit at:
- Nearest BDO (Block Development Office)
- SDO (Sub-Divisional Office)
- Municipality office (urban areas)
- Duare Sarkar camps — June 15–17, 2026 (officer will help fill and submit the form)
- Tathya Mitra Kendra / CSC centre
Duare Sarkar camps are the easiest option if the portal is slow or if you need document help.
Portal Slow? Fix It
Heavy traffic in June 2026 is causing portal slowdowns. Lakhs of women are applying simultaneously.
| Method | Success Rate |
|---|---|
| Try 5–7 AM (early morning) | Best |
| Try after 10 PM | Good |
| Use Chrome browser | Better compatibility |
| Offline form at BDO | Always works |
| Duare Sarkar camp June 15–17 | Guaranteed help |
Verification Process
New applications go through a 3-level verification:
| Area | Verified by | Sanctioned by |
|---|---|---|
| Rural | BDO | District Magistrate |
| Urban | SDO | District Magistrate |
| Kolkata | KMC Commissioner | KMC Commissioner |
Timeline: Application → BDO/SDO verify → District Magistrate approve → DBT payments start
Existing Lakshmir Bhandar Beneficiaries — Action Required: None
If you are already receiving Lakshmir Bhandar:
- Auto-migration has happened — no fresh application needed
- ₹3,000 will come to the same bank account from June 1, 2026
- You will receive an SMS notification
One thing to confirm: Your Aadhaar-linked bank account must be active and DBT-enabled.
Check DBT status: npci.org.in → Aadhaar Mapper → Enter Aadhaar number → Check if bank is DBT-linked.
Status Check — আবেদনের অবস্থা
Step 1: socialsecurity.wb.gov.in → Track Applicant Status
Step 2: Enter Application ID or registered mobile number
Step 3: Complete CAPTCHA → Submit
| Status | Meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Pending | Application received | Wait for verification |
| Under Verification | Block or district verifying | Wait 7–15 days |
| Approved ✅ | Selected for scheme | DBT will start |
| Rejected | Issue found | Check reason → Reapply |
Documents Required — প্রয়োজনীয় নথি
| Document | Bengali |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | আধার কার্ড |
| Ration Card (BPL/AAY/PHH) | রেশন কার্ড |
| Bank Passbook (IFSC + Account No.) | ব্যাংক পাসবুক |
| SC/ST Certificate (if applicable) | জাতি শংসাপত্র |
| Recent passport photo (2 copies) | পাসপোর্ট সাইজ ছবি |
| Aadhaar-linked mobile number | আধার-যুক্ত মোবাইল নম্বর |
Scan all documents clearly. Blurry images lead to rejection. Use CamScanner or Adobe Scan app.
Two Portals — Which One for What?
| Portal | Purpose |
|---|---|
| socialregistry.wb.gov.in | NEW — online registration for fresh applicants (live June 3, 2026) |
| socialsecurity.wb.gov.in | Payment status check, existing beneficiary verification |
New applicants: register at socialregistry.wb.gov.in. Existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries: check status at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in.
CAA Applicants — Special Exemption
West Bengal government has granted a special exemption for CAA applicants. Until the Tribunal issues a final decision, CAA applicants remain eligible for Annapurna Bhandar. Apply with the usual documents plus your CAA application receipt or acknowledgement.
Common Problems + Fix
OTP not received: Mobile number not linked to Aadhaar. Visit nearest Aadhaar centre to update mobile number.
DBT payment failed: Bank account not DBT-linked. Visit bank branch — fill Aadhaar seeding form — active in 2–3 working days.
Application rejected: Most common reasons: income tax return filed, government employee, or document unclear. Check reason on portal and reapply with corrections.
Lakshmir Bhandar — auto-migration did not happen: Check status on socialsecurity.wb.gov.in. Call helpline: 1800-345-5555.
FAQ — সাধারণ প্রশ্নোত্তর
What is Annapurna Bhandar? (অন্নপূর্ণা ভান্ডার কী?) West Bengal’s new women’s welfare scheme — ₹3,000/month via DBT. Replaces Lakshmir Bhandar from June 1, 2026. Official portal: socialsecurity.wb.gov.in.
Do Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries need to apply again? (লক্ষ্মীর ভান্ডার থেকে কি নতুন আবেদন করতে হবে?) No. Auto-migration has happened. Same bank account — ₹3,000 from June 1, 2026.
What is the last date? (শেষ তারিখ কবে?) August 25, 2026 for new registrations.
How much will I receive? (কত টাকা পাওয়া যাবে?) ₹3,000 per month — all eligible women — SC/ST/General — same amount.
Portal is not working — what to do? Try 5–7 AM or after 10 PM. Or visit Duare Sarkar camp June 15–17.
What is socialregistry.wb.gov.in? New portal launched June 3, 2026 for online registration. Different from socialsecurity.wb.gov.in (which is for status check).
Helpline: 1800-345-5555 | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| New Registration | socialregistry.wb.gov.in |
| Status Check | socialsecurity.wb.gov.in |
| DBT Check | npci.org.in → Aadhaar Mapper |
| WB Social Welfare | wbswid.gov.in |
| Helpline | 1800-345-5555 |
Priya Das — auto-migrated. ₹3,000 in her account from June 1.
“লক্ষ্মীর ভান্ডার থেকে অন্নপূর্ণা ভান্ডারে — টাকা দ্বিগুণ হয়ে গেল।” (From Lakshmir Bhandar to Annapurna Bhandar — money doubled.)
West Bengal women — check your status at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in. New applicants register at socialregistry.wb.gov.in. Last date: August 25, 2026. পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মহিলারা — এখনই আবেদন করুন।
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