Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra — Maharashtra 2026

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Last verified: 16 May 2026 · How we verify scheme facts

Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra — Quick Overview

Scheme Name	Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra 2026 — 3 Free LPG Cylinders/Year \| BPL Families Gas Scheme
State	Maharashtra (महाराष्ट्र)
Launched By	Government of Maharashtra
Launch Year	2024
Benefit	3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families
Category	Agriculture
Beneficiaries	52 lakh BPL/AAY families across Maharashtra
Last Verified	16 May 2026
Official Portal	https://rcms.mahafood.gov.in

What is Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra?

Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana is a Maharashtra government scheme providing 3 free LPG cylinders per year to BPL and Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families. Launched in March 2024 by the Mahayuti alliance government ahead of the 2024 Maharashtra elections, the scheme benefits approximately 52 lakh families across Maharashtra. The 3 free cylinders are provided in Holi (March), Diwali (October), and a third refill — representing cooking gas support for the poorest households who already have an LPG connection under PM Ujjwala Yojana or otherwise. The benefit is delivered as a cash transfer equivalent to the cylinder cost directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive 3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families. The scheme was launched in 2024 and is implemented by the Government of Maharashtra.

🇮🇳Hindi me Jankari — हिंदी में जानकारी

मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना महाराष्ट्र सरकार की योजना है — BPL और अंत्योदय परिवारों को 3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष। मार्च 2024 में Mahayuti सरकार ने शुरू किया। 52 लाख+ परिवारों को होली, दीवाली और एक और occasion पर मुफ्त LPG। DBT से bank account में राशि।

3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष (होली + दीवाली + 1 और) — BPL/AAY परिवारों को DBT

📖मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना — मराठीत माहितीMarathi

मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना महाराष्ट्र सरकारची BPL आणि अंत्योदय कुटुंबांसाठी मोफत LPG सिलिंडर योजना आहे. वर्षाला 3 मोफत सिलिंडर — होळी, दिवाळी आणि आणखी एक — DBT द्वारे थेट बँक खात्यात. 52 लाख+ कुटुंबे पात्र.

📌 फायदा: वर्षाला 3 मोफत LPG सिलिंडर (होळी + दिवाळी + आणखी एक) — थेट बँक खात्यात DBT

पात्रता:

महाराष्ट्रातील BPL किंवा अंत्योदय रेशन कार्डधारक, आधार-लिंक बँक खाते, सक्रिय LPG कनेक्शन.

अर्ज कसा करावा:

स्वतंत्र अर्जाची आवश्यकता नाही. पात्र BPL/AAY धारकांना आपोआप DBT मिळतो. rcms.mahafood.gov.in वर पात्रता तपासा.

Benefits of Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra

✅ 3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families

3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष (होली + दीवाली + 1 और) — BPL/AAY परिवारों को DBT

Who is Eligible for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra?

✓ Ration card holder with BPL (Below Poverty Line) or Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) category in Maharashtra
✓ Must have an active LPG connection (any distributor — not limited to Ujjwala)
✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT (cash transfer equivalent to cylinder cost)
✓ Permanent resident of Maharashtra
✓ Not enrolled in any other LPG subsidy scheme that already provides free cylinders

Documents Required for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra

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How to Apply for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra Online?

1No separate application needed — benefit is automatic for eligible BPL/AAY ration card holders with LPG connection
2Verify your eligibility at rcms.mahafood.gov.in or nearest Fair Price Shop (FPS)
3Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your ration card AND your LPG consumer account
4Ensure Aadhaar-linked bank account is active for DBT credit
5Contact your District Food and Civil Supplies Officer if you are eligible but not receiving the benefit

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Official Government Portal — Maharashtra

Apply directly on the official Maharashtra government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.

🔗 rcms.mahafood.gov.in — Check eligibility

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Frequently Asked Questions — Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra

Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra mein kya milta hai?−

3 free LPG cylinders per year — one at Holi (March), one at Diwali (October), and one more occasion. The equivalent amount is transferred via DBT to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना के लिए कौन पात्र है?+

Annapurna Yojana ke liye alag se apply karna padega?+

Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries ko bhi Annapurna Yojana milega?+

अन्नपूर्णा योजना में पैसे कब और कैसे आते हैं?+

Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra mein kaise pata karein ki naam hai ya nahi?+