Government Schemes · Women Schemes
Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana (Bihar)
Rs 10,000 to start self-employment for one woman in every family, with up to Rs 2 lakh more later
WomenBihar
Updated on 16 Oct 2026
What you get
The Bihar government's scheme, launched in September 2025, helps women become self-reliant through self-employment and livelihoods. Each beneficiary gets an initial Rs 10,000 by Direct Benefit Transfer to start work of her choice, and can get further support of up to Rs 2 lakh in later phases. Community resource persons from Self Help Groups train the women, and village haat-bazaars are being developed to help them sell.
Who can apply
One woman from each family in Bihar.
Living in Bihar
How to apply
Women in villages apply through their JEEViKA Self Help Group and village organisation; women in towns register on JEEViKA's urban self-registration form.
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