How to Apply for Annapurna Yojana
Complete step-by-step guide for online and offline application for West Bengal Annapurna Yojana (Annapurna Bhandar). Application period: 27 May 2026 to 25 August 2026.
Quick Answer — How to apply?
Apply online at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in or submit an offline application form at your local ration office. Existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries are auto-migrated.
Online Application Process
Visit the Official Portal
Go to the Annapurna Yojana official portal at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in on or after 27 May 2026.
Register / Login
Create an account using your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number, or log in if you already have an account from Lakshmir Bhandar.
Fill the Application Form
Complete the online application form with your personal details, address, bank account information (Aadhaar-linked), and family details.
Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of Aadhaar card, voter ID, bank passbook, recent photograph, and residence proof.
Review and Submit
Carefully review all entered information. Submit the form and note down the application reference number for future tracking.
Track Application Status
Use your reference number or Aadhaar number on the portal to check the status of your application and payment history.
Offline Application Process
Download the Application Form
Download the Annapurna Yojana application form from the official portal or collect it from your local ration office / Block Development Office (BDO). Forms are available in Bengali, English, and Hindi.
Fill the Form
Complete the form with accurate personal, address, and bank details. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
Submit at Designated Centre
Submit the completed form along with original documents (for verification) at your local ration office, BDO office, or designated government centre.
Collect Acknowledgement
Collect the signed and stamped acknowledgement slip containing your application reference number for future tracking.
Download Application Form
Download the Annapurna Yojana Application Form in your preferred language:
Important Tips for a Successful Application
- → Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account before applying — this is mandatory for DBT.
- → Keep scanned copies (or photocopies) of all documents ready before starting the application.
- → Use a valid mobile number linked to Aadhaar for OTP-based verification.
- → Double-check your bank account number and IFSC code before submitting.
- → Save the application reference number for future status checks.