- Subhadra Yojana portal opens again on August 9, 2025, for new applicants in Odisha.
- Younger women aged 21 and above can apply, with a new survey including 2 lakh women who were left out before.
- Beneficiaries aged 60 and above will be moved to the state old age pension scheme.
In a major step towards empowering women, the Odisha government has announced the reopening of the Subhadra Yojana online application portal from August 9, 2025. Spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, the scheme aims to offer vital social support to women across the state.
Under the Subhadra Yojana, women aged 21 and above will be eligible to apply and benefit from the assistance provided. The initiative focuses on improving the quality of life for women by offering financial and social aid, promoting independence, and supporting personal development.
Who Can Apply for Subhadra Yojana from August 9?
From August 9, young women aged 21 and older can apply. This age requirement makes sure the scheme supports women in their early adulthood when financial help can really make a difference. It’s important that applicants are at least 21 to apply during this enrollment period.
What’s New in This Application Phase?
The reopening of the Subhadra Yojana portal brings a new survey to include more people. One major update is that nearly 2 lakh women who were left out before can now be considered. This survey will recheck applicants using updated information to cover more eligible women.
Why Were Some Women Excluded Before and What’s Changing?
Women were excluded earlier if they had bought vehicles, owned more than five acres of land, or filed income tax returns after they first joined. These reasons caused their removal from the list of beneficiaries. But with the new survey, the government plans to carefully reconsider these cases. Women who meet the scheme’s requirements despite these reasons have a good chance to be included this time.
How to Apply Online on the Reopened Subhadra Yojana Portal
If you want to apply, just follow these easy steps after August 9:
- Go to the official Subhadra Yojana website of the Odisha government on or after August 9, 2025.
- Register using a valid mobile number and Aadhaar details.
- Fill out the application form with correct personal, family, and income details.
- Upload important documents like proof of age, residence certificate, and any other needed papers.
- Check your information carefully before submitting to avoid mistakes.
- Submit your application and save or print the acknowledgment number for later.
What Happens to Beneficiaries Who Are Above 60 Years?
If you are over 60, you will no longer get benefits from Subhadra Yojana. The government has moved about 93,000 people like this to the Social Security Department. They will now receive higher benefits through the state’s old age pension scheme, so they will continue to get important support.