
Subhadra Yojana Odisha 2026 Features, Eligibility Criteria, And How To Apply Online: The Subhadra Yojana is a major welfare programme started by the Government of Odisha to support women financially and help them become more independent. Under this scheme, eligible women receive regular cash support over five years to improve their quality of life, meet everyday expenses and pursue small goals like education or small business ideas.
Subhadra Yojana is a women-centred financial assistance programme launched by the Odisha government. It aims to empower low-income women by providing them a steady yearly amount that arrives directly into their bank accounts.
Department of Women and Child Development (Odisha Gov) highlights, “It is a flagship scheme, to financially empower women, and provide safety nets to them and their families. This is a comprehensive initiative that aims to uplift women through multiple facets of their lives and to demonstrate the Government's resolve to strengthen a social fabric that provides women with the tools and opportunities for their empowerment.” The scheme runs over five years and offers a total benefit of Rs 50,000 to each eligible woman.

The Subhadra Yojana application date for 2026 will soon be released by the authorities. The registration window usually opnes during the first quarter of the financial year. For more information visit Subhadra Yojana's officail website (subhadra.gov.in).
Total benefit: Rs 50,000 per woman over a five-year period.
Payment schedule: Rs 10,000 per year in two installments of Rs 5,000 each.
Occasions for payments: One installment around Raksha Bandhan and another on International Women’s Day (8 March) each year.
Mode of payment: Cash is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Budget & reach: The scheme has a significant budget and targets women from all 30 districts in Odisha.
This direct money support helps women manage daily costs, plan for their future and take small steps towards financial independence.

To benefit from this scheme, applicants must meet certain criteria, as per Subhadra Yojana’s official portal:
Must be a woman aged between 21 and 60 years.
Permanent resident of Odisha with valid address proof.
Should belong to a low-income or BPL category.
Aadhaar linked bank account that supports DBT.
Certain women are not eligible, including:
Those receiving pensions of Rs 1,500 or more per month.
Government employees, current or former MPs/MLAs.
Income taxpayers.
Families owning large landholdings.
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Before starting your application, ensure you have these documents ready:
Aadhaar card (mandatory)
Bank passbook / bank details (DBT enabled, linked with Aadhaar)
Income certificate (if you don’t have NFSA/SFSS card)
Residence proof (ration card, voter ID, etc.)
Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
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Applying for Subhadra Yojana is now easier with the official online portal. Here’s how to do it:
Visit the official Subhadra website: Go to subhadra.gov.in.
Start your application: Click on ‘Apply Online’ and enter your Aadhaar number and OTP received on your mobile.
Fill in your details: Carefully fill your personal details, bank, income and residence information.
Upload documents: Attach scanned copies of Aadhaar, bank passbook and income proof.
Submit & save your details: After submission, note down your application ID for future tracking.
Check status: You can check whether your application is Pending, Approved or Rejected on the portal using your application ID and Aadhaar details.
If you prefer any help, you can also visit Anganwadi Centers, Block Offices, or CSCs for help filling out the form.
Subhadra Yojana is a good initiative by the Odisha government to support women financially. If you qualify, the scheme can offer good benefits to you that you can use for savings, family needs, education, or small business investments.
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