The Subhadra Yojana is one of Odisha’s most ambitious welfare schemes launched in September 2024 to empower women financially and socially. The scheme directly benefits women between 21 and 60 years of age belonging to economically weaker households by transferring ₹50,000 over five years. This blog covers everything you need to know about Subhadra Yojana 2025—eligibility, documents, step-by-step application, benefits, payment schedule, and the latest government updates.
What is Subhadra Yojana?
Under Subhadra Yojana, eligible women receive ₹10,000 per year in two installments:
- ₹5,000 on Raksha Bandhan
- ₹5,000 on International Women’s Day (March 8)
This continues for five years, making the total benefit ₹50,000 directly credited into the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked DBT-enabled bank account. The scheme is implemented by the Women & Child Development (W&CD) Department, Govt. of Odisha with support from Mission Shakti.
Objectives of Subhadra Yojana
- Women’s Empowerment – Ensure financial independence for women.
- Poverty Alleviation – Support economically weaker families.
- Digital Inclusion – Encourage Aadhaar-based DBT & digital transactions.
- Transparency – Direct transfer eliminates middlemen.
- Inclusive Growth – Cover women across rural & urban Odisha.
Subhadra Yojana 2025 : Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
- Must be a woman resident of Odisha.
- Age group: 21 to 60 years.
- Belonging to NFSA/SFSS households OR having annual family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
Who Cannot Apply?
- Income tax payers.
- Government employees and their families.
- Families with large landholdings (e.g., >5 acres irrigated).
- Women are already receiving ₹1,500+ per month from other government schemes.
- Vehicle owners or recent high-value property owners.
Documents Required
To apply, keep these documents ready:
- Aadhaar Card (linked with mobile number).
- Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled single-holder bank account.
- Proof of residence (Ration Card / Voter ID).
- Income certificate (if no NFSA/SFSS card).
- Passport-size photograph.
How to Apply for Subhadra Yojana
Online Method (Portal)
- Visit subhadra.odisha.gov.in (official portal).
- Register using Aadhaar-linked mobile number → OTP verification.
- Fill the application form with personal, family & income details.
- Complete Aadhaar e-KYC.
- Enter bank details (must be DBT-enabled).
- Upload required documents and submit.
- Save your application/reference ID for tracking.
Offline Method for Subhadra Yojana
- Collect form from your nearest Anganwadi Centre / Mo Seba Kendra / Block Office.
- Fill the form and attach self-attested documents.
- Submit at the same center and collect an acknowledgment slip.
- Track your status via officials or helpline.
Payment Schedule (2025 Updates)
- Two yearly instalments of ₹5,000:
- Raksha Bandhan (August) → e.g., Aug 9, 2025, third instalment released.
- International Women’s Day (March 8, 2025) → previous instalment.
- Funds directly credited into beneficiary bank accounts via DBT.
How to Track Application & Payment Status
- Online: Login at subhadra.odisha.gov.in with your reference ID & mobile number.
- Offline: Visit the Anganwadi Centre / Mo Seba Kendra where you applied.
- Helpline: Call 14678 (6 AM – 10 PM) for queries.
Subhadra Yojana 2025 FAQs
Q1. What is Subhadra Yojana?
Subhadra Yojana is a welfare scheme launched in Odisha to empower women aged 21–60 years by providing ₹50,000 over 5 years through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Q2. Who is eligible for Subhadra Yojana?
- Women aged 21–60 years.
- Resident of Odisha.
- Belonging to NFSA/SFSS households or with family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per year.
Q3. Who is not eligible?
- Income tax payers.
- Government employees or their families.
- Women already getting ₹1,500+ per month from other govt. schemes.
- Families with large landholdings or vehicle ownership.
Q4. How much financial help is given under Subhadra Yojana?
Each beneficiary gets ₹10,000 per year in two installments (₹5,000 each), totaling ₹50,000 in five years.
Q5. When are payments released?
Payments are released in two installments:
- Raksha Bandhan (August)
- International Women’s Day (March 8)
Q6. How can I apply online for Subhadra Yojana?
Visit the official portal subhadra.odisha.gov.in, complete Aadhaar e-KYC, enter bank details, and submit the form.
Q7. Can I apply offline?
Yes. Application forms are available at Anganwadi Centres, Mo Seba Kendras, and Block Offices. Submit filled forms with documents at these centers.
Q8. What documents are required?
- Aadhaar card (linked with mobile number).
- Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled single-holder bank account.
- Proof of residence (ration/voter ID).
- Income certificate (if required).
- Passport-size photo.
Q9. How can I check my application/payment status?
- Online: Log in to the official portal with your registered mobile and reference ID.
- Offline: Visit your Anganwadi/Mo Seba Kendra.
- Helpline: Call 14678 between 6 AM and 10 PM.
Q10. What if I missed one installment?
If eligible, the government may release pending payments together after verification. A door-to-door verification drive is ongoing to include left-out women.