Complete Step-by-Step Guide — How to Verify Annapurna Yojana on ayn24p.in (North 24 Parganas)

What You’ll Learn

• What ayn24p.in is and why it was created for North 24 Parganas beneficiaries
• Complete step-by-step walkthrough of the 9-step verification process with form field explanations
• Documents required, file size limits, and the common mistakes that cause rejection
• What happens after submission and how to track your verification status

What is ayn24p.in?

ayn24p.in is a government-verified online portal exclusively created by the North 24 Parganas District Administration to facilitate KYC (Know Your Customer) verification for existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries who are being automatically migrated to the new Annapurna Yojana scheme. According to the official information displayed on the portal, it has been made to facilitate KYC of existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries who have been migrated to Annapurna Bhandar. The official link is also available on the north24parganas.gov.in website, confirming its authenticity.

The portal operates under the title “Annapurna Yojana Verification — Initiative by North 24 PGS District Administration” and is designed exclusively for North 24 Parganas residents. The verification form is bilingual — available in both English and Bengali — ensuring accessibility for all community members across urban and rural blocks.

On this portal, beneficiaries are required to submit the following information for verification:

Step-by-Step Verification Process on ayn24p.in

The ayn24p.in verification process is designed to be completed in under 10 minutes if you have all your documents ready. Follow each step carefully — skipping or rushing any step can cause delays in your DBT payment. The entire process takes just 5 minutes when your documents are prepared in advance, as confirmed by the official district administration guidelines.

Step 1 — Visit the Official Portal

Open your browser and navigate to https://www.ayn24p.in/. Verify that the page title reads “Annapurna Yojana Verification — Initiative by North 24 PGS District Administration”. This ensures you are on the official government portal and not a scam or lookalike website. The official link for North 24 Parganas Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries migrated to Annapurna Bhandar can also be found on north24parganas.gov.in for cross-verification. Beware of fake portals — always check the URL carefully before entering any personal information.

Step 2 — Select Your Block / Municipality

From the dropdown menu labeled “Block / Municipality (ব্লক / পৌরসভা)”, select your respective Block (rural area) or Municipality (urban area). For example, if you reside in Barasat, select BARASAT-I or BARASAT-II as applicable. This field is marked with an asterisk (*), meaning it is mandatory. You cannot proceed without selecting this field.

Step 3 — Select Your GP / Ward

After selecting your Block or Municipality, the “GP / Ward (গ্রাম পঞ্চায়েত / ওয়ার্ড)” dropdown will become active. Choose your Gram Panchayat (rural) or Ward (urban) from the list. The options available in this dropdown depend entirely on what you selected in Step 2. If you do not see your GP or Ward listed, recheck your Block selection. For residents of municipal areas, select your urban ward number from the available list.

Step 4 — Enter Last 4 Digits of Bank Account

In the field labeled “Last 4 Digits of Bank account / ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্টের শেষ ৪টি সংখ্যা”, enter exactly the last 4 digits of the bank account that was registered under your Lakshmir Bhandar application. Do not enter the account number — only the last 4 digits. This acts as a search key to fetch your beneficiary profile from the backend database.

If you are unsure about the last 4 digits of your registered account, refer to your passbook or bank statement. Do not enter digits from memory — even a single digit mismatch will result in “no records found.” For those whose bank account has changed since their original Lakshmir Bhandar registration, you must first update your Aadhaar-bank mapping on the NPCI BASE portal before completing this step.

Step 5 — Click Search

Click the blue Search button. The portal system will look up your beneficiary profile using the Block, GP/Ward, and last 4 digits of your bank account. If the system finds your record, it will display your full beneficiary details on the next screen. If it shows “no records found,” double-check your selections and try again. If still unresolved, contact your Block Development Officer (BDO) office directly for assistance.

Step 6 — Verify Your Personal Details

The portal will now fetch and display your beneficiary information. Carefully cross-check every field:

• Applicant ID — Your unique beneficiary reference number
• Applicant Name — Must match your Aadhaar and Voter ID exactly
• Father’s Name — As per official records
• GP / Ward — Confirmed Block, GP, and Ward
• Village / Town / City — Your residence as registered
• Bank Account — Displayed as masked (e.g., XXXXXXXX6074)

If any detail is incorrect — name mismatch, wrong GP/Ward, or an account number that does not belong to you — do NOT proceed. Immediately contact your BDO office to get the records corrected. Submitting with incorrect data can cause your application to be rejected or your DBT payment to fail indefinitely. You can also visit the Annapurna Bhandar Payment Status guide for more information on tracking your payment after verification.

Step 7 — Aadhaar and EPIC Verification

Scroll down to the green “VERIFICATION REQUIRED” box. You must provide the following two documents:

• Aadhaar Card: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and upload a clear photograph of your Aadhaar card. The image must be in JPG, PNG, or JPEG format and must not exceed 200 KB. Ensure all four corners and your photo are clearly visible.
• EPIC / Voter ID: Enter your EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) number and upload a clear photograph of your Voter ID card. Same file requirements apply — JPG/PNG/JPEG, max 200 KB. Your name, photo, and EPIC number must be fully readable.

These two documents are the backbone of your KYC verification. Both your Aadhaar and Voter ID must be active and not under any dispute. According to official government notification, beneficiaries who have filed appeals before the SIR Tribunal or submitted applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) will continue receiving benefits under the Annapurna Bhandar scheme “until their cases are disposed of.”

Step 8 — Answer the Mandatory Questions

The portal asks two critical questions that directly affect your payment eligibility:

“Is this account linked to Aadhaar?” — Select Yes or No from the dropdown. This is one of the most important checks in the entire form. If your bank account is not yet linked to your Aadhaar, select No and immediately visit your bank branch to complete Aadhaar seeding before you submit the form. An unlinked account means your DBT payment of Rs 3,000 will bounce back and never reach you. You can verify your Aadhaar-bank linkage status in advance on the NPCI BASE portal.

“Have you applied before SIR Tribunal / submitted application under CAA?” — Answer honestly, Yes or No. The West Bengal government has been rolling out the Annapurna Yojana scheme from May 27, 2026 for form fill-up, with the official launch on June 1, 2026. Beneficiaries who have filed appeals before the SIR Tribunal or submitted applications under CAA will continue receiving benefits “until their cases are disposed of.” If you answer Yes, your verification will be placed on hold pending the tribunal’s decision, but you remain protected under the scheme.

Step 9 — Declaration and Submit

Tick the checkbox that reads: “The data given is correct as per my knowledge. I have no objection in authenticating myself and fully understand that information provided by me may be used for authenticating my identity through Aadhaar Authentication System.” Then click the green Submit button.

Important: Do not refresh the page or click the back button while your form is being submitted. If the portal is slow due to high traffic, wait patiently for at least 60 seconds before taking any action. Once submitted, you will see a confirmation screen. Take a screenshot immediately and save it — this confirmation serves as your proof of submission.

Important Tips and Warnings for ayn24p.in Users

What Happens After You Submit Verification?

Once you click Submit on the ayn24p.in portal, your application enters the government verification queue. Here is what happens next:

• Confirmation Screen — You will see a confirmation screen immediately after successful submission. Your Applicant ID will be displayed. Screenshot and save this screen.
• Government Verification — Your Aadhaar card, Voter ID, and bank account details will be verified against government databases by the Block Development Officer (BDO) office. This is a manual review process that may take from 3 to 10 working days.
• SIR Tribunal Cross-Check — The government will cross-check your Voter ID status against the SIR 2026 electoral roll.
• Approval and DBT Launch — If approved, your information will be updated in the central Annapurna Bhandar beneficiary database, and your first Rs 3,000 DBT payment will be credited to your Aadhaar-linked bank account from June 1, 2026 onwards.
• If Rejected — If your verification is rejected, you will typically receive a reason. Visit your BDO office with your Applicant ID and documents for re-verification.

Common Mistakes That Cause Verification Rejection

Understanding the most common errors before you start filling the form can save you time and ensure your verification is processed without delays:

• Blurry or unreadable document images: Photos of Aadhaar or EPIC cards that are cropped, shadowed, or low-resolution are automatically rejected. Use good lighting and flat surfaces when photographing documents.
• File size exceeding 200 KB: The portal enforces a strict 200 KB limit per image. Use image compression tools to reduce file sizes without sacrificing readability.
• Aadhaar number mismatch: The Aadhaar number you type into the form must EXACTLY match the number on your uploaded Aadhaar card image. Re-enter carefully before submitting.
• Wrong Block or GP/Ward selection: If you select the wrong Block or Ward, the system will not find your record. Confirm your Block and Ward from your voter ID or Lakshmir Bhandar documents.
• Submitting multiple times: If the page is slow, wait at least 60 seconds before retrying. Multiple submissions create duplicate records that cause confusion in the system.
• Name not matching official records: Your name on the form must exactly match the name on your Aadhaar and EPIC. Even slight differences (spelling variations, missing initials) can trigger rejection.

Conclusion

The ayn24p.in portal is a critical bridge for North 24 Parganas residents between the older Lakshmir Bhandar scheme and the new Annapurna Yojana. With the scheme officially launching on June 1, 2026, completing your KYC verification before the deadline is essential to ensure uninterrupted access to your Rs 3,000 monthly DBT payment. The process is straightforward — prepare your Aadhaar card, EPIC, and bank account details in advance, follow the 9 steps carefully, and save your Applicant ID after submission. If you encounter any issues during the process, your first point of contact should always be your local Block Development Officer (BDO) office or the official district website at north24parganas.gov.in. The West Bengal government has notified this scheme to provide assured financial support to eligible women — make sure you are not left out due to a missed deadline or avoidable mistake.

August 2026 update: the state's central Annapurna Bhandar portal at socialsecurity.wb.gov.in has been live since 1 June 2026 and is now the single gateway for verification status, new applications and payment tracking across all 23 districts, including North 24 Parganas. Three payment cycles have completed by August - first ₹3,000 credits arrived in the first week of June, and August-cycle payments were processed in the first 10 days of the month. The ayn24p.in portal completed its KYC migration role in May-June; if your record is missing there, check the central portal's beneficiary database instead. Unpaid beneficiaries are almost always stuck at the NPCI mapper - 'Inactive' Aadhaar-bank status, B06 name mismatches, or Aadhaar seeded to an old Jan Dhan, Gramin or dormant account. Banks including SBI, UBI, Bank of India, Bandhan and PNB verify seeding instantly at the counter via NPCI's AePS-based check and run dedicated B06/mapping-fix counters; the BASE portal shows your 'Aadhaar Mapped Status', and de-seeding from an old bank takes a full 7 working days. The application window closes August 25, 2026.