To apply for Subhadra Yojana, eligible women in Odisha can submit their applications through the official SUBHADRA portal or use the prescribed offline application process. Applicants must have Aadhaar in their own name, complete the required e-KYC formalities, and ensure that their bank account is Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply for Subhadra Yojana
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the official Subhadra portal at
subhadra.odisha.gov.in. - Start the Application: Select the application option and provide the required personal and identification details.
- Enter Aadhaar Details: Provide your Aadhaar number as required. If there is any discrepancy between the application and Aadhaar, the Aadhaar information is treated as final.
- Complete e-KYC: Complete the required e-KYC and self-certification. Face-authentication through the SUBHADRA mobile application is the preferred e-KYC method.
- Submit the Application: Check the information carefully, submit the application, and keep the acknowledgement/reference details safe for future status checking.
Scheme Highlights
- Annual Assistance: Eligible women receive ₹10,000 per year.
- Five-Year Benefit: The total assistance is ₹50,000 over five years.
- Two Installments: ₹5,000 is provided twice every year.
- Direct Transfer: The money is transferred to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-seeded and DBT-enabled bank account.
- Target Beneficiaries: Eligible women aged 21 to under 60 years.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Odisha Resident: The applicant must be a resident of Odisha.
- Age Limit: She must be 21 years or above and below 60 years.
- Food Security/Income Condition: The applicant should meet the prescribed NFSA/SFSS or family-income criteria.
- Other Government Benefits: Women receiving government assistance of ₹1,500 or more per month or ₹18,000 or more per year under another scheme are generally excluded.
- Other Exclusions: Certain government employees, income-tax payers, and other categories specified in the official guidelines are not eligible.
Essential Requirements Before You Apply
- Aadhaar Card: Aadhaar card/Aadhaar number must be in the applicant’s own name.
- Aadhaar-Seeding: The bank account should be Aadhaar-seeded.
- DBT Enabled Bank Account: The account must be capable of receiving DBT payments.
- e-KYC: Complete the required e-KYC formalities.
- Mobile Access: Keep the mobile device/number required for OTP or e-KYC verification available.
The official guidelines also require eligible applicants to self-certify their eligibility and submit the required undertakings.
Offline Application Option
Women who do not apply online can obtain the free printed Subhadra application form from locations including Anganwadi Centres, Block Offices, Urban Local Body Offices, Mo Seba Kendras and Common Service Centres. The completed form is submitted at the nearest Mo Seba Kendra or Common Service Centre.
How to Check Application & Payment Status
- Visit the official Subhadra portal at
subhadra.odisha.gov.in. - Use the available beneficiary/application status facility.
- Enter the required identification details.
- Complete the verification process.
- Check the displayed application or payment information.
Official Links
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Subhadra Yojana Official Portal | subhadra.odisha.gov.in |
| WCD Odisha Department | wcd.odisha.gov.in |
| Subhadra Guidelines | Official WCD Odisha |
| Odisha Government Portal | odisha.gov.in |
FAQs
Q1. Can I apply for Subhadra Yojana online?
Yes. The official guidelines allow eligible women to apply through the SUBHADRA portal.
Q2. Is there an offline application option?
Yes. Free application forms are made available at designated locations, and applicants can submit the completed form at a Mo Seba Kendra or Common Service Centre.
Q3. What is the age limit for Subhadra Yojana?
Eligible women must be 21 years or above and below 60 years.
