Government of Punjab
Mukhyamantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana Punjab 2026: ₹1,000 to
Objective
The Mukhyamantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana (Respect for Mothers and Daughters) provides monthly direct financial assistance to eligible women across all 117 constituencies of Punjab. The AAP government allocated ₹9,300 crore for the scheme targeting 90 lakh women. Providing ₹1,000/month to general category women and ₹1,500/month to SC women, paid directly to their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
Eligibility Criteria
- Women who are permanent residents of Punjab aged 18 years and above
- General category women who are not income taxpayers
- SC (Scheduled Caste) women receive a higher monthly benefit of ₹1,500
- Must hold Aadhaar registered with a Punjab address
- Must not be a government employee or drawing government pension
- Phase 2 registration open from May 5, 2026 across all 117 constituencies
Benefits & Features
- 1₹1,000 per month for general category eligible women
- 2₹1,500 per month for SC (Scheduled Caste) women
- 3Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account
- 4Scheme targets 90 lakh women across Punjab
- 5Total budget of ₹9,300 crore allocated by the Punjab AAP government
Required Documents
- Aadhaar card (with Punjab address)
- Proof of residence in Punjab
- Caste certificate (for SC women claiming ₹1,500 benefit)
- Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- Self-declaration of not being a government employee
- Passport-size photograph
How to Apply
Frequently Asked Questions
| How much money will I receive ₹1,000 or ₹1,500? | General category eligible women receive ₹1,000 per month. SC (Scheduled Caste) women receive ₹1,500 per month. The payment is via Direct Benefit Transfer to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. |
| What is Phase 2 of the Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana? | Phase 2 began on May 5, 2026 and expanded registration to all 117 constituencies of Punjab. Phase 1 was a pilot. In Phase 2, both online and government camp-based registration are available across the entire state. |
| What is the age requirement? | Women must be 18 years of age or older. There is no upper age limit mentioned. All adult women who meet the other eligibility criteria qualify. |
| How many women will benefit from this scheme? | The Punjab government has set a target of 90 lakh (9 million) women beneficiaries, with a total budget of ₹9,300 crore allocated for the scheme. |
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1What Is Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana?
Mawan Dhiyan Satkar. Which translates to Respect for Mothers and Daughters. Is the Punjab AAP government's flagship women's financial empowerment scheme. Launched by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, it provides monthly direct cash assistance to eligible women across all 117 constituencies of Punjab.
Phase 2 began on May 5, 2026, opening registration to all 117 constituencies statewide. Up from the initial pilot phase.
| Category | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| General category women | ₹1,000/month |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) women | ₹1,500/month |
2Scale of the Scheme
The Punjab government has backed this scheme with serious numbers:
- Target beneficiaries: 90 lakh women
- Total budget allocated: ₹9,300 crore
- Coverage: All 117 assembly constituencies
- Payment mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account
3Who Is Eligible?
You qualify if you meet all of these:
- Age: 18 years or older (no upper age cap)
- Residence: Permanent resident of Punjab (Aadhaar with Punjab address)
- Employment: Not a government employee or drawing a government pension
- Tax: Not an income taxpayer
SC women who meet the above criteria receive ₹1,500/month (higher category). Others receive ₹1,000/month.
4How to Register
At a Government Camp (Easiest):
- Watch for camp announcements in your block/ward (most camps run constituency-wise)
- Bring Aadhaar card + bank passbook
- SC women. Bring caste certificate for the ₹1,500 benefit
- Fill the form with the camp operator
- Collect your acknowledgement slip
Online:
- Visit punjab.gov.in → Women & Child Development section
- Find the Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana link
- Register using Aadhaar OTP
- Fill and submit the form online
5Phase 2. Why It Matters
Phase 1 was limited. Phase 2 (from May 5, 2026) covers all 117 constituencies of Punjab. Meaning women in every corner of the state can now register. If you missed Phase 1, Phase 2 is your window.
6Helpline
For camp schedules, eligibility queries, or registration help: 1100 (Punjab Government helpline).
Local AAP ward offices and MLA offices also share camp schedules in advance.