Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Subhadra Yojana eligible beneficiaries to get Rs 10,000 a year: When will you get first instalment?, the largest, single women-centric scheme and the flagship Scheme of the Government of Odisha, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on September 17, 2024.
The Prime Minister said that more than 1 crore women of Odisha will benefit from this.
What is Subhadra Yojana?
Under the Subhadra scheme, every eligible beneficiary between the ages of 21 and 60 would get Rs. 50,000 over the course of five years, from 2024–2025 to 2028–2029. A sum of Rs 10,000/-per annum, payable in two equal payments, would be deposited straight into the beneficiary’s bank account using DBT and Aadhaar. The Prime Minister initiated the fund transfer into the bank accounts of more than 10 lakh women.
Here are important FAQs about Subhadra Yojana.
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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 promoting their safety and well-being.
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?
Eligible 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 instalment of Rs. 10,000 will be credited in two instalments: 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 create a sense of identity and facilitate financial transactions.
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.
What is the purpose of the comprehensive rewards and recognition program under Subhadra?
The program incentivizes digital transactions by providing an additional benefit of Rs. 500 to 100 women in each Gram Panchayat or Urban Local Body who make the highest number of digital transactions.
In which districts of Odisha will the Subhadra scheme be implemented?
The scheme will be operational in all 30 districts of Odisha.
What are the eligibility criteria for women to benefit from Subhadra?
Applicants must be residents of Odisha, aged 21 years or more and less than 60 years, and meet other specified criteria related to financial status and employment.
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 application form?
Forms are available at Anganwadi Centres, Blocks, Mo Seba Kendras, and Common Service Centres.
What happens if there is a discrepancy in the application?
Information in Aadhaar will be taken as final in case of discrepancies.
Where can applicants submit their applications?
Women who want to apply for Subhadra can submit their filled-in application forms at the Common Service Centres or at the MO Seba Kendras.
Are there any fees for the application form?
The application forms are free of cost, and the applicants are not required to pay any fees at any of the distribution centres.
How can women apply for the Subhadra scheme?
Applications can be made online through the Subhadra portal or offline using pre-printed forms available at designated locations.
What documents are required to apply for Subhadra?
Applicants need an Aadhaar card, a mobile number linked to Aadhaar, and a single-holder Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled bank account.
What happens if an applicant does not have a DBT-enabled bank account?
The applicant will be given an opportunity to open and link a bank account that is Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled.
How will the benefits be transferred to beneficiaries?
Benefits will be transferred directly to the beneficiaries’ Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled bank accounts through the Aadhaar Payments Bridge System.
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What should a beneficiary do if there is an overpayment of benefits?
Beneficiaries are obligated to repay any overpaid amounts upon identification and communication by the authorities.
What are the requirements for the bank account to receive benefits?
The bank account must be a single-holder, Aadhaar-enabled, and DBT-enabled account.
How can 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.
How will the scheme verify the eligibility of applicants?
Eligibility will be verified against government databases and through field inquiries if necessary.
What should applicants do if they are not yet 21 years old?
They should apply in the subsequent years when they meet the age criteria.
What happens if a beneficiary turns 60 during the scheme period?
She will no longer receive further instalments but may be prioritized for pension schemes.
What is the qualifying date for determining eligibility?
For the financial year 2024-25, the qualifying date is 01.07.2024.
What happens if an applicant’s family income exceeds Rs. 2.50 lakh?
Women from families with an income exceeding Rs. 2.50 lakh are ineligible for the scheme.
How can applicants verify their application status?
Applicants can check the status of their application through the Subhadra Portal or by contacting the nearest Mo Seba Kendra or Common Service Centre.
