Introduction Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana is a social assistance scheme launched by the Government of Maharashtra to support financially vulnerable citizens who do not have adequate means of livelihood. The scheme provides monthly financial aid to eligible beneficiaries, helping them meet basic living expenses. The scheme covers various disadvantaged groups, including destitute persons, widows, orphans, persons with disabilities, divorced or abandoned women, transgender persons, Devadasis, and individuals suffering from specified serious illnesses. Financial assistance is directly transferred to beneficiaries' bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Eligible applicants can apply online through the Aaple Sarkar Portal or MahaDBT Portal, or submit applications through designated government offices. Benefits Monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500 for eligible beneficiaries. Monthly assistance of ₹2,500 for eligible persons with disabilities. Direct transfer of benefits to bank accounts through DBT. Support for widows, destitute individuals, orphans, and abandoned women. Financial assistance for eligible transgender persons and Devadasis. Coverage for beneficiaries suffering from specified serious illnesses. Regular financial support to help meet essential daily expenses. Eligibility Applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra. Applicant should generally be below 65 years of age. Family should be included in the BPL list or have an annual income up to ₹21,000. For persons with disabilities, annual family income should not exceed ₹50,000. Applicant must belong to an eligible beneficiary category under the scheme. Widows, divorced women, abandoned women, unmarried women above 35 years, and wives of prisoners are eligible subject to prescribed conditions. Persons with disabilities must possess valid disability certification. Applicants suffering from specified illnesses must provide supporting medical documents. Documents Aadhaar Card Age Proof (Birth Certificate / School Leaving Certificate) Domicile Certificate Income Certificate or BPL Proof Ration Card Bank Passbook Passport-size Photograph Disability Certificate / UDID Card (if applicable) Medical Certificate (for specified illnesses) Death Certificate of Husband (for widows) Divorce or abandonment-related documents (if applicable) Any other category-specific supporting documents Process to Apply Method 1: Apply Through Aaple Sarkar Portal Visit the Aaple Sarkar Portal. Create a new account or log in using existing credentials. Select the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department services. Choose Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana from the available schemes. Fill in personal, income, category, and bank account details. Upload the required documents. Review the application and submit it. Save the acknowledgment number for future reference. Method 2: Apply Through MahaDBT Portal Visit the MahaDBT Portal. Register as a new applicant or log in. Complete the applicant profile. Select the relevant social welfare scheme. Enter the required details and upload supporting documents. Verify the information and submit the application. Keep the application ID safely for tracking purposes. Method 3: Apply Through Maha E-Seva or Setu Centre Visit a nearby Maha E-Seva Kendra or Setu Centre. Provide the required documents to the operator. Request application submission under the scheme. Verify the entered information before submission. Collect the acknowledgment receipt. Important Links Social Justice and Special Assistance Department Aaple Sarkar Portal MahaDBT Portal Contact Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Maharashtra Phone: 022-22793122 Email: psec.socjustice@maharashtra.gov.in Aaple Sarkar Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 120 8040 Address: 1st Floor, Annex Building, Mantralaya, Madam Cama Road, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400032 FAQs Q1. What is Maharashtra Government's Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana?It is a welfare scheme that provides monthly financial assistance to economically vulnerable and destitute individuals in Maharashtra. Q2. How much assistance is provided under the scheme?Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1,500 per month, while eligible persons with disabilities receive ₹2,500 per month. Q3. Who can apply for the scheme?Widows, destitute persons, orphans, persons with disabilities, transgender persons, abandoned women, Devadasis, and other eligible categories can apply. Q4. Can applications be submitted online?Yes, applications can be submitted through the Aaple Sarkar Portal and MahaDBT Portal. Q5. How is the financial assistance paid?The approved benefit amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through the DBT system. Q6. Is there any income limit for eligibility?Yes, general applicants should have annual family income up to ₹21,000, while eligible disabled applicants can have income up to ₹50,000. Q7. Can applicants track their application status?Yes, application status can be checked online using the tracking facility available on the Aaple Sarkar Portal.