The Maharashtra government has extended the deadline for e-KYC under the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Behen Yojana. The process was originally scheduled to be completed by November 18, 2025, but the state government has now extended the deadline. Due to natural disasters and inconveniences in several districts, many female beneficiaries were unable to complete their e-KYC on time. As a result, the government has decided to extend the e-KYC deadline to provide relief to women. Minister Aditi S. Tatkare also wrote on social media that the government has taken this decision in recognition of the difficulties faced by women.
Women now have more time to complete their e-KYC. The new deadline is December 31, 2025. This means that women who have not yet completed their e-KYC can do so online from the comfort of their homes without any hassle.
Why e-KYC is Necessary and the Role of UIDAI
The government’s objective behind making e-KYC mandatory is to ensure that scheme funds reach the right women and that there are no irregularities. There were frequent complaints of two applications in the same name, incorrect bank accounts, or fraudulent entries. This is why Aadhaar authentication has been made mandatory. The September 2025 order clearly stated that Aadhaar authentication is required for any government benefit under Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act 2016. The UIDAI has also authorized the Department of Women and Child Development to process e-KYC on its own, making the process easier.
For the Ladki Behen Scheme at Home
Women can now complete e-KYC in a matter of minutes using their mobile phones or laptops, without having to visit any office.
First, open the official portal ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in.
A large e-KYC button will appear on the homepage—click on it.
Enter your Aadhaar number and fill in the captcha. Then click ‘Send OTP.’ The system will also indicate whether your e-KYC is already complete. If e-KYC is already full, you will receive an ‘e-KYC already completed’ message. If your Aadhaar is not on the eligible list, you will receive an ‘Aadhaar number is not in the eligible list.’
Enter the OTP received on your mobile and submit. Next, you will need to enter your husband’s or father’s Aadhaar number. Enter their Aadhaar number, fill in the captcha, send the OTP, and submit.
This is the final step. Here, you only need to confirm two things: There are no government employees or pension recipients in the family. Only one married and one unmarried woman in the family are benefiting from the scheme. Then, select your caste category and submit.
After submission, a success message will appear on the screen: Success – Your e-KYC verification has been completed.
