Government schemes in Jharkhand
झारखंड
Jharkhand’s own scheme covered here is Maiya Samman Yojana. Residents can also apply for the 7 central government schemes listed below, which are open in every state.
- Type
- State
- Capital
- Ranchi
- Region
- East India
- Official portal
- www.jharkhand.gov.in ↗
Jharkhand schemes at a glance: who runs them and where to get help
Each Jharkhand scheme is run by its own department, with its own portal and helpline. Use these rather than an agent — applying is handled by the government, not by this site.
| Scheme | Run by | Helpline | Official portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maiya Samman Yojana | Women, Child Development and Social Security Department, Government of Jharkhand | 1800-890-0215 (toll-free) | mmmsy.jharkhand.gov.in ↗ |
What each Jharkhand scheme pays and who qualifies
Maiya Samman Yojana
What you get. ₹2,500 per month, credited by DBT to a single-holder bank account in the woman's name that is linked to Aadhaar.
Who it is for. Women resident in Jharkhand aged 18 to 50 whose family holds a yellow (Antyodaya), pink, white or green ration card, and who are not excluded by the government-service, pension, income-tax, EPF or elected-office conditions.
Eligibility conditions
- You must be a resident of Jharkhand.
- You must be aged between 18 and 50 at the time of application.
- Your family must hold a ration card — yellow (Antyodaya), pink, white (kerosene) or green.
- You must have a valid Aadhaar card.
- You need a bank account in your own name (single holder) linked to Aadhaar for the transfer.
Who is not eligible
- Women whose family member is a regular, permanent or contractual employee of the government or a public sector undertaking.
- Women whose family member receives a government pension or family pension.
- Women whose family member is a current or former MP or MLA.
- Women whose family member files income tax returns.
- Women whose family member holds an EPF account.
- Women already receiving a benefit under another social security pension scheme of the Women, Child Development and Social Security Department.
Full Maiya Samman Yojana guide, with sources and the official portal
Step-by-step guides for Jharkhand schemes
Maiya Samman Yojana installment date
Jharkhand's rule is that the monthly ₹2,500 reaches each woman's bank account by the 15th of every month. The state does not publish a dated notice for each month's payment, so if the 15th has passed without it, check that your bank account is linked to Aadhaar and call the toll-free helpline.
Which schemes does the Jharkhand government run?
Maiya Samman Yojana
Jharkhand pays ₹2,500 a month to women aged 18 to 50 from ration-card-holding families, by Direct Benefit Transfer to an Aadhaar-linked account in the woman's own name. Applications are taken at camps across the state.
Which central schemes are available in Jharkhand?
These are funded by the Government of India and open to eligible residents of every state and union territory, including Jharkhand.
How do you apply from Jharkhand?
Maiya Samman Yojana
4 steps, starting with “Wait for the camp in your area”. Keep these documents ready:
- Aadhaar card
- Ration card — yellow, pink, white or green
- Bank passbook for a single-holder account in your own name, linked to Aadhaar
- Mobile number for OTP and updates
- A recent photograph, as asked for at the camp
For central schemes, apply on the national portal linked in each guide.
Frequently asked questions
Who can get Maiya Samman Yojana in Jharkhand?
Women resident in Jharkhand aged 18 to 50 whose family holds a yellow (Antyodaya), pink, white or green ration card, and who are not excluded by the government-service, pension, income-tax, EPF or elected-office conditions.
What does Maiya Samman Yojana pay?
₹2,500 per month, credited by DBT to a single-holder bank account in the woman's name that is linked to Aadhaar.
Where do I apply for Maiya Samman Yojana?
On the official portal, mmmsy.jharkhand.gov.in. Applying is free: do not pay an agent. The guide sets out all 4 steps, starting with "Wait for the camp in your area".
What is the Maiya Samman Yojana helpline?
1800-890-0215 (toll-free).
Can Jharkhand residents apply for central government schemes?
Yes. PM-KISAN, Ayushman card, e-Shram card, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, PM Surya Ghar, PM Vishwakarma and Atal Pension Yojana are central schemes open in every state and union territory, including Jharkhand. Each has its own eligibility rules, set out in its guide.