AI SummarySubhadra Yojana is Odisha's biggest women welfare scheme, giving eligible women ₹50,000 over five years through direct bank transfer. The 5th installment of ₹5,000 was released on 28 August 2026 on Rakhi Purnima, reaching 1,03,26,162 women across the state.
Fresh applications for the financial year 2026-27 were invited on the official Subhadra portal from 1 April 2026 to 30 April 2026. Women who had not applied earlier, or who recently became eligible, could submit their application online at subhadra.odisha.gov.in or through Common Service Centres and Ama Seva Kendras.
Subhadra Yojana, started by the Women and Child Development Department (WCD) of Odisha government, helps women in Odisha become financially strong and independent. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the scheme to give ₹10,000 per year to eligible women, paid in two installments of ₹5,000 each through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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How to Apply Online for Subhadra Yojana at subhadra.odisha.gov.in
Below is the complete step by step process of Subhadra Yojana online application on the official portal.
STEP 1 - Visit the official portal subhadra.odisha.gov.in on your computer or mobile browser.
STEP 2 - On the homepage, click on the "Citizen Login" or "Application Status" option on the top right corner of the homepage.
STEP 3 - Enter your Aadhaar number on the next page, accept the declaration and click on Login.
STEP 4 - Upload the required documents like ID proof, age certificate, and bank account details.
STEP 5 - Complete the Aadhaar-based e-KYC verification using the mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
STEP 6 - Review all information once again carefully and click on the "Submit" button.
STEP 7 - Save the registration number or acknowledgment slip to check your status later.
Each application is checked through a digital system to confirm the accuracy of details and approve genuine applications faster. Eligible women can check their Subhadra Yojana application status online to see approval and payment details.
Apply Offline for Subhadra Yojana
Women who cannot apply online can also apply offline. The printed application form is available free of cost at Anganwadi centres and CDPO offices. Fill in the form and submit it at the nearest common service center or MO Seba Kendra. The staff there will upload the application to the government portal and give an application or reference number for tracking.
Subhadra Yojana Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Subhadra Yojana Odisha |
| Launched By | Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi |
| Who Can Apply | Socially and economically weak women of Odisha |
| Age Limit | 21 to below 60 years |
| Benefit Amount | ₹50,000 over 5 years (₹10,000 per year in two installments of ₹5,000) |
| 5th Installment | Released on 28 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online and Offline |
| Official Website | subhadra.odisha.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria for Subhadra Yojana
Before applying online, women must read and follow the eligibility rules given below:
- Applicant must be a permanent woman resident of Odisha.
- Age should be between 21 and below 60 years as on 1 April 2026.
- Applicant should be covered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) or the State Food Security Scheme (SFSS). If not covered under these, the family income should not be more than ₹2.50 lakh.
- Applicant should not be a taxpayer or an employee in any government office.
- Women already getting ₹18,000 or more yearly from scholarships or other government schemes are not eligible.
- Women having vehicles, more than 5 acres of land, or who have filed income tax returns may not qualify.
Who Cannot Apply under Subhadra Yojana
To make sure the help goes to the right people, the government has set some restrictions. Women who already get more than ₹18,000 in a year through scholarships or similar schemes (state or central) are not allowed to apply again. This helps stop duplication and keeps the support focused on women who really need it.
Documents Needed to Apply
Keep the following documents ready before filling the Subhadra Yojana form. For the full list, check the Subhadra Yojana documents required page.
- Aadhaar card in the applicant's own name and a mobile number linked with Aadhaar for e-KYC.
- Single-holder bank account details linked with Aadhaar and DBT.
- Address proof, caste certificate and residential proof.
- Passport size photo and birth certificate.
Helpline
For any issue related to the online application process or anything in general about the scheme, women can submit their grievance on the official Subhadra portal or contact the official helpline number 1460.
FAQ's
Is Subhadra Yojana still accepting applications in 2026?
Fresh applications for the financial year 2026-27 were invited from 1 April 2026 to 30 April 2026. The window is now closed. The scheme is still running and installments are being paid to eligible women.
How much money does a woman get under Subhadra Yojana?
A woman gets ₹10,000 every year for five years, paid in two installments of ₹5,000 each. The total benefit over five years is ₹50,000.
When was the 5th installment of Subhadra Yojana released?
The 5th installment of ₹5,000 was released on 28 August 2026 on Rakhi Purnima and reached 1,03,26,162 women. The 6th installment is expected around March 2027.