Subhadra Yojana – ₹50,000 Cash Benefit Scheme for Newlywed Women
Apply for Subhadra Yojana and get ₹50,000 in financial assistance over five years. Designed to empower Odisha women, the scheme disburses funds via Direct Bank Transfer to Aadhaar-linked accounts.
Last Updated: October 2025
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What is Subhadra Yojana?
The Subhadra Yojana is a women empowerment scheme run by the Government of Odisha. Launched nationally on September 17, 2024, it provides eligible women with ₹50,000 over five years, paid as two ₹5,000 installments annually (on Raksha Bandhan and International Women's Day) via DBT to Aadhaar-linked accounts.
Real stories
In a quiet Puri village, Saraswati used her first ₹5,000 to open a grocery shop. Anita from Khordha bought a sewing machine and started earning — examples of how small grants change lives.
How It Works
- Register or login on the official portal and complete Aadhaar e-KYC.
- Submit required documents and bank details (Aadhaar-linked).
- Officials verify; approved beneficiaries receive DBT payments on scheduled dates.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
- Women aged between 21 and 60 years
- Permanent residents of Odisha
- Have an Aadhaar-linked bank account (DBT enabled)
- NFSA/SFSS cardholders or families with annual income < ₹2.5 lakh
Certain categories are excluded, such as government employees, high-asset households, and those receiving high government pensions — see the full eligibility details on the official portal.
Documents Required
Used for identity and e-KYC verification.
Ration card, voter ID, or utility bill.
Required if you don't have NFSA/SFSS card.
Aadhaar-linked bank account details for DBT.
How to Apply Online
Visit the official Subhadra Portal and click Apply Now. You will need your Aadhaar number, mobile linked to Aadhaar, and scanned copies of documents.
- Go to subhadrayojana.odisha.gov.in
- Register with Aadhaar & complete e-KYC
- Fill the application form, upload documents, submit and save the acknowledgment.
Offline assistance is available at Anganwadi Centres, CSCs, and Mo Seba Kendras for applicants who need help.
Benefits of Subhadra Yojana
- ₹50,000 over 5 years to support business, education, or healthcare
- Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) for transparency
- Digital literacy incentives — ₹500 bonus for top performers
- Subhadra Plus initiatives for safety and community support (2025)
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This site is informational and not an official government website. For official services, use the Subhadra portal or call the helpline.