Subhadra Yojana Scheme 2024

Women Empowerment and Financial Assistance Program

Financial Assistance

₹50,000 per beneficiary over 5 years

Target Beneficiaries

Women aged 21-60 years

Application Mode

Online & Offline

About Subhadra Yojana

The Subhadra Yojana is a flagship women empowerment scheme launched by the Odisha Government to provide financial assistance to women and enhance their socio-economic status. The scheme aims to support women in their personal and professional development through direct financial assistance.

Key Objectives

Empower women economically and socially
Reduce gender inequality in financial independence
Support women's entrepreneurship and skill development
Improve the overall status of women in society
Promote women's participation in economic activities

Eligibility Criteria

Basic Requirements

Must be a resident of Odisha
Age should be between 21 to 60 years
Should be a woman
Must have a valid Aadhaar card
Should have a bank account in her name

Income Criteria

Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh
Priority given to families below poverty line
SC/ST/OBC women get special consideration

Exclusions

Government employees or their family members
Women already receiving similar benefits from other schemes
Those with income tax liability

Scheme Benefits

Financial Benefits

₹10,000 Annual assistance for 5 years
Total ₹50,000 over 5 years
Mode Direct bank transfer

Additional Benefits

✓ Skill development training
✓ Entrepreneurship support
✓ Health insurance coverage
✓ Priority in government schemes

Required Documents

Identity Documents

• Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
• Voter ID Card
• PAN Card (if available)
• Passport size photographs

How to Apply

Online Application

1 Visit the official Odisha government portal
2 Register using mobile number and OTP
3 Fill the application form with accurate details
4 Upload required documents
5 Submit application and save receipt

Offline Application

1 Visit nearest Common Service Center (CSC)
2 Carry all required documents
3 Fill application form with CSC operator help
4 Pay service charges if applicable
5 Collect acknowledgment receipt

Important Dates & Status

Scheme Launch	September 17, 2024
Application Start	October 1, 2024
Current Status	Applications Open
First Installment	Rakhi Purnima (August 2024)
Budget Allocation	₹55,825 Crore (5 years)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Subhadra Yojana?

Women aged between 21-60 years who are residents of Odisha and meet the income criteria can apply for this scheme.

What is the benefit amount?

Eligible women receive ₹10,000 annually for 5 consecutive years, totaling ₹50,000.

Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee for applying to the Subhadra Yojana scheme.

How will the money be transferred?

The financial assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).