The Odisha government has launched a new online portal for the Subhadra Yojana, an initiative aimed at supporting women in the state. This scheme provides eligible women with Rs. 10,000 annually.
To apply
and get more details about the scheme, women can visit the official website at
subhadra.odisha.gov.in.
The website
is available in both Odia and English, making it easier for applicants to access
all necessary information.
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If you’re unsure about the application process,
here’s a step-by-step guide to help you:
Visit Local
Centers: Go to Anganwadi Centres, Block Offices, Urban Local Body Offices, Mo
Seba Kendras, or Common Service Centres to collect the free pre-printed
application forms.
Fill Out
the Form: Complete the application form.
Submit the
Form: Submit the completed form at the nearest Mo Seba Kendra or Common Service
Centre.
Complete
eKYC: At the Mo Seba Kendra, complete the eKYC process. After the process is
complete, you will receive a receipt.
Final
Submission: Keep the receipt as proof of submission. Your application is now
complete.
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This guide should help clarify the steps for applying to the Subhadra Yojana. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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Eligibility for Subhadra Yojana
To benefit
from the Subhadra Yojana, women must meet the following criteria:
Residency: The applicant must be a resident of Odisha.
Food
Security Coverage: The applicant should be covered under the National Food
Security Act (NFSA) or the State Food Security Scheme (SFSS). Women from
families without an NFSA or SFSS card can apply if their family income is not
more than Rs. 2.50 lakh (Rs. 2,50,000).
Age: The
applicant must be between 21 and 60 years old as of the qualifying date. For
the financial year 2024-25, the age should be 21 or older and less than 60 as
of 01.07.2024. Therefore, the applicant should be born on or after 02.07.1964
and on or before 01.07.2003. Age is determined based on the date of birth
recorded on the Aadhaar card.
Benefit
Timing: Women who turn 21 after 01.07.2024 will receive Rs. 10,000 per year
only for the remaining years of the scheme period. Women who turn 60 after
01.07.2024 will not receive benefits for the remaining years of the scheme.
Ineligibility for Subhadra Yojana
Women are
ineligible if they fall into any of the following categories:
Financial Assistance: Women receiving financial assistance such as pensions, scholarships, etc., amounting to Rs. 1,500 per month or Rs. 18,000 per annum or more under any State or Central Government Scheme.
Government or Public Service:
Women who are current or former Members of Parliament (MP) or Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA).
Income Tax payers:
Elected
public representatives in any Urban Local Body or Panchayati Raj Institution
(excluding Ward Members/Councillors).
Employed as
regular or contractual employees in State or Central Government, Public Sector
Undertakings, or Government organizations, or who receive a pension after
retirement. Workers receiving honoraria, such as ASHA or Anganwadi Workers, are
eligible if they meet other criteria.
Elected,
nominated, or appointed representatives in any Government Department or
Organization.
Owners of a
4-wheeler motor vehicle (excluding tractors, mini-trucks, small commercial
vehicles, and similar light goods vehicles).
Families
owning more than 5 acres of irrigated land or 10 acres of non-irrigated land.
Application Checklist
To receive
benefits under SUBHADRA, eligible women must:
- Have an Aadhaar card with their own name.
- Link their mobile number with their Aadhaar card.
- Have a single-holder bank account that is Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled.
- If the applicant does not have an Aadhaar number or if there is a data mismatch, they need to enroll for Aadhaar or correct their information.
- If the applicant does not have a single-holder Aadhaar-enabled & DBT-enabled bank account, they will be given the opportunity to:
- Open a single-holder bank account.
- Make the bank account Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled.
- Complete the e-KYC process.
In the
financial year 2024-25, all beneficiaries will receive the full benefit of Rs.
10,000 from the date of the scheme’s launch, regardless of the approval date.
FAQs
What is the SUBHADRA scheme?
The SUBHADRA scheme is a flagship initiative by the Government of Odisha aimed at financially empowering women, improving their socio-economic status, and enhancing their safety and well-being.
What are the primary goals of the SUBHADRA scheme?
The goals are to provide financial support, improve awareness of rights, enhance health and education outcomes, promote financial independence, encourage digital literacy, and support personal and professional growth for women.
What benefits does the SUBHADRA scheme offer?
Beneficiaries receive a SUBHADRA Card, annual financial support of Rs. 10,000 over five years, and rewards for digital transactions.
How much financial support will beneficiaries receive under SUBHADRA?
Beneficiaries will
receive Rs. 50,000 in total, distributed as Rs. 10,000 annually over five
years.
When will the financial support be disbursed each year?
The annual installment of Rs. 10,000 will be credited in two parts: Rs. 5,000 on Rakhi Purnima and Rs. 5,000 on International Women’s Day (8th March).
What is the SUBHADRA Card?
The SUBHADRA Card is an ATM-cum-debit card provided to all beneficiaries to facilitate financial transactions and create a sense of identity.
Are women receiving financial assistance from other schemes eligible?
No, women receiving Rs. 1,500 per month or more under other schemes are not eligible.
Who is ineligible for the SUBHADRA scheme?
Women under 21 or over 60 years, those receiving financial assistance above specified limits, public representatives, and those with certain assets or income levels are ineligible.
Where can I get the Subhadra Yojana application form?
Forms are available at Anganwadi Centres, Blocks, Mo Seba Kendras, and Common Service Centres.
Are there any fees for the Subhadra Yojana application form?
Application forms are free, and no fees are required at any distribution center.
How can Subhadra Yojana beneficiaries complete the e-KYC process?
Beneficiaries can complete the e-KYC process through face-authentication on the SUBHADRA Portal or Mobile application using their Aadhaar number.
Will unmarried girls get SUBHADRA Yojana or not?
Yes, both married and unmarried girls are eligible for the SUBHADRA Yojana.
Will the daughters of Anganwadi workers and Anganwadi helpers get the benefit?
Yes, the daughters of Anganwadi Workers (AWW) and Anganwadi Helpers (AWH) are eligible if they meet the scheme’s criteria.