Direct Benefit Transfer of LPG (DBTL) Scheme – Full Jankari MyLPG

Published on: December 12, 2025

Direct Benefit Transfer of LPG DBTL scheme showing subsidy transfer to bank account

The Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG (DBTL) Scheme, also widely known as PAHAL, is an initiative of the Government of India that ensures LPG subsidies are delivered directly to the bank accounts of eligible consumers.
This system makes LPG subsidy distribution more transparent, efficient, and free from duplication or fraud.

Below is a complete guide explaining how the scheme works, who is eligible, and how you can receive the subsidy smoothly.

⭐ What is the DBTL (PAHAL) Scheme?

The DBTL/PAHAL scheme was launched to transfer the LPG subsidy amount directly to the customer’s bank account.
Under this scheme:

Customers buy the LPG cylinder at the market price.
The subsidy amount is then credited directly to their Aadhaar-linked bank account.

This ensures clarity and prevents misuse of multiple or fake LPG connections.

🔍 How DBTL (PAHAL) Works – Step-by-Step

1️⃣ Buy LPG Cylinder at Market Price

Consumers pay the full, non-subsidized price for their domestic LPG cylinder at the time of delivery.

2️⃣ Subsidy Credited Directly to Bank Account

After a successful delivery update, the subsidy amount is transferred to the consumer’s:

Aadhaar-linked bank account or
Bank account linked through non-Aadhaar KYC

3️⃣ Subsidy Transfer Timeline

Most users receive subsidy within 2–5 business days after cylinder delivery.

🧾 Eligibility for DBTL Scheme

To receive subsidy under PAHAL:

You must have a domestic LPG connection (Indane, Bharat Gas, or HP Gas)
Your Aadhaar must be linked with your LPG account
Your bank account must be linked with Aadhaar or updated through KYC
Only one LPG connection per family is allowed

People with higher income slabs (above ₹10 lakh taxable income) may not be eligible for subsidy.

🔗 How to Link Aadhaar & Bank Account for DBTL Subsidy

You must complete two linkage steps:

✔ Link Aadhaar with LPG connection

Can be done via:

mylpg.in
Gas agency
SMS/IVRS
Mobile apps

✔ Link Aadhaar with Bank

Can be done via:

Net Banking
Bank branch
Aadhaar seeding form

Once both linkages are complete, subsidy starts automatically.

🧮 How Much Subsidy Will You Get?

The subsidy amount varies based on:

Government policies
International LPG prices
State taxes
Retail market price

Subsidy is credited only up to the allowed number of cylinders per year (usually 12).

📱 How to Check LPG Subsidy Status

You can check your DBTL subsidy status online:

🔗 1️⃣ Through my-lpg.in

Choose your LPG provider
Click “View Subsidy Status”
Enter mobile number / LPG ID
View latest subsidy deposit details

🔗 2️⃣ Through Bank Account

Look for entries like:
DBTL / LPG SUBSIDY / PAHAL

❤️ Benefits of the DBTL Scheme

Direct transfer removes middlemen
Reduces LPG subsidy leakages
Ensures only genuine consumers receive benefits
Promotes transparency in subsidy distribution
Customers get real-time updates of subsidy amount

⚠️ Common Reasons Kyu Subsidy Fail Hoti Hai

Aadhaar not linked correctly
Bank account mismatch
LPG KYC incomplete
Mobile number not updated
Duplicate LPG connection detected

Once the issue is corrected, subsidy resumes automatically.

⭐ Final Summary

The Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG (DBTL/PAHAL) scheme ensures that eligible consumers receive LPG subsidy directly into their bank accounts, creating a transparent and efficient system.
By linking your Aadhaar, LPG account, and bank details, you can enjoy continuous subsidy benefits without any manual process.