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Ladli Behna Yojana 2026: 42nd instalment released on 13 November. Check ₹1,500 payment status, eligibility, documents and official portal.
Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana 2026 is a Madhya Pradesh government scheme that provides monthly financial assistance to eligible women who are permanent residents of the state. The scheme began in June 2023 with assistance of ₹1,000 per month. The amount was increased to ₹1,250 in October 2023 and then to ₹1,500 per month from November 2025.
Latest update, 14 November 2026: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav released the 42nd instalment on 13 November 2026 from Pichhore in Shivpuri district. More than ₹1,831.77 crore was transferred to 1,24,81,550 eligible women. The regular payment for this instalment was ₹1,500 per beneficiary. This is not a new ₹1,000 gift or a separate bonus payment. Beneficiaries can check their payment record through the official Ladli Behna portal.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Department | Women and Child Development Department, Madhya Pradesh |
| Chief Minister | Dr. Mohan Yadav |
| Scheme launch | June 2023 |
| Current monthly assistance | ₹1,500 for eligible beneficiaries |
| Latest instalment | 42nd instalment, released 13 November 2026 |
| Latest transfer | Over ₹1,831.77 crore to 1,24,81,550 eligible women |
| Payment method | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary's own Aadhaar-linked, DBT-enabled bank account |
| Official portal | cmladlibahna.mp.gov.in |
The Madhya Pradesh government released the 42nd monthly instalment of the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana on Friday, 13 November 2026. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav made the transfer from Pichhore in Shivpuri district. A total amount of more than ₹1,831.77 crore was transferred to the accounts of 1,24,81,550 eligible beneficiaries.
Each eligible beneficiary was due the regular monthly assistance of ₹1,500. The amount is transferred through DBT to the woman's own bank account, which must be Aadhaar-linked and DBT-enabled. Depending on the bank and payment processing, the credit may not appear immediately for every beneficiary. Check the official portal and bank statement before assuming that a payment has failed.
The 42nd instalment is the November 2026 payment. The next instalment date should be treated as unannounced until the state government issues a fresh official notice.
| Period | Monthly assistance |
|---|---|
| June 2023 at launch | ₹1,000 |
| From October 2023 | ₹1,250 |
| From November 2025 | ₹1,500 |
| November 2026, 42nd instalment | ₹1,500 |
At certain times, the state government has also announced a separate one-time additional payment, including special assistance around Raksha Bandhan. Such special payments should not be confused with the regular monthly instalment. The regular monthly assistance remains ₹1,500 according to the official scheme portal.
According to the current eligibility information displayed on the Madhya Pradesh scheme portal, the applicant should meet these basic conditions:
The official scheme guidelines list several exclusion conditions. These include cases where:
Eligibility is decided by the competent government authorities after checking the official records and declarations. Read the latest rules on the official portal because amendments or clarifications may apply.
The official portal states that the applicant's own individual bank account is required and a joint account is not accepted for receiving the benefit. Aadhaar e-KYC and DBT activation should be completed before any application or payment verification.
Direct official pages:
If the 42nd instalment is not visible in your account, take these steps:
The scheme portal provides information about the application process and beneficiary services, but the availability of a fresh registration window must be confirmed through a current government announcement. Do not assume that new applications are open simply because an old application page or form is accessible online. Women who have not registered should contact their Gram Panchayat, Ward Office, Anganwadi Centre or district Women and Child Development office and ask whether a new registration drive has officially been announced.
When the government opens a registration drive, applicants should follow the dates and process in that official notice. Do not pay agents or use unofficial websites claiming to guarantee approval.
| Resource | Purpose | Official link/contact |
|---|---|---|
| Ladli Behna portal | Scheme information and beneficiary services | Open portal |
| Application/payment status | Check registration and instalment details | Check status |
| Aadhaar/DBT status | Verify Aadhaar linking and DBT status | Check DBT status |
| Official FAQ | Eligibility, documents and scheme rules | Read FAQs |
| Scheme helpdesk | Assistance with scheme-related queries | 0755-2700800 |
| Official email | Scheme-related support | cmlby.wcd@mp.gov.in |
1. How much money is given under Ladli Behna Yojana in 2026?
Eligible beneficiaries currently receive ₹1,500 per month under the scheme.
2. Has the 42nd instalment been released?
Yes. The 42nd instalment was released on 13 November 2026. More than ₹1,831.77 crore was transferred to 1,24,81,550 eligible women.
3. Did CM Mohan Yadav give ₹1,000 to Ladli Behna beneficiaries in November 2026?
No. The latest regular monthly instalment was ₹1,500 per eligible beneficiary, not ₹1,000.
4. Who can receive the benefit?
Eligible married women who are Madhya Pradesh residents and have completed 21 years but are below 60 years, including widows, divorced and abandoned women, may qualify subject to the scheme's exclusion rules.
5. How can I check whether the payment has reached my bank account?
Use the Application and Payment Status option on the official portal. You can also check your bank statement and Aadhaar/DBT status.
6. Is a joint bank account accepted?
No. The official portal says the beneficiary must have her own bank account, linked to Aadhaar and enabled for DBT.
7. Are new applications open now?
Do not rely on unofficial claims. Confirm any new registration window through a current notice from the Madhya Pradesh government or the local Women and Child Development office.
8. What is the Ladli Behna Yojana helpline number?
The official portal lists 0755-2700800 as the scheme helpdesk number.
Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana continues to provide monthly financial support to eligible women in Madhya Pradesh. The 42nd instalment was released on 13 November 2026, with ₹1,500 transferred to each eligible beneficiary covered in this payment. Women should use the official portal to check payment status, verify Aadhaar and DBT linking, and confirm any future registration announcement. The scheme's current monthly benefit is ₹1,500, so older articles mentioning only ₹1,000 are outdated.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Eligibility, payments, registration windows and implementation are governed by the Madhya Pradesh government. Always verify the latest information through the official scheme portal or the Women and Child Development Department.