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Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam

Direct monthly cash assistance of ₹1,250 transferred via DBT to nominated female heads of low-income households in Assam.

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Official Nodal Portal:orunodoi.assam.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Min age 18 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹2,00,000♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Assam
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Assam
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Assam's largest direct benefit transfer and poverty alleviation initiative, supporting vulnerable households through an unconditional monthly financial grant of ₹1,250 per month (₹15,000 annually) transferred on the 10th of every month into the Aadhaar-seeded bank account of the nominated female head of the family. The financial transfer supports household nutrition (pulses, sugar, vegetables), essential prescription medicines, and electricity expenses. Covers over 37 Lakh beneficiary families with priority enrollment for households with widowed, unmarried, divorced, or specially-abled members.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹5,600 Crore annual budgetary outlay under Finance Department Assam

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 37.2 Lakh low-income households receiving monthly ₹1,250 DBT in Assam

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:Minimum 18 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹2,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:female household head, homemaker, tea garden worker, informal worker
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Permanent resident of Assam. Beneficiary must be the nominated adult female member of the household. Family annual income must not exceed ₹2,00,000. Priority given to families with widows, divorced women, unmarried adult women, and differently-abled individuals.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Supporting / Optional Documents(1)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied
•Specific occupational / categorical conditions apply

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (orunodoi.assam.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) and Gaonburhas facilitate enrollment under Orunodoi 3.0 guidelines.

  2. 2

    Submit Orunodoi application form at the local Gaon Panchayat or Municipal Ward office.

  3. 3

    Link National Food Security Act (NFSA) ration card, Aadhaar card of the nominated female beneficiary, and bank passbook.

  4. 4

    District Level Monitoring Committee (DLMC) headed by District Commissioner scrutinizes applicant socio-economic data.

  5. 5

    Approved beneficiaries receive monthly DBT of ₹1,250 directly into their bank accounts.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Family possessing more than 15 bighas of agricultural land, owning motorized four-wheelers (excluding commercial tractors), family annual income exceeding ₹2,00,000, or presence of regular government employees in the family.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Why is the assistance credited only to female bank accounts?

Orunodoi mandates payment to women to strengthen female financial autonomy, ensure proper expenditure on family nutrition, and reduce domestic poverty.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are tea garden worker families eligible?

Yes, tea garden worker families meeting income criteria are actively enrolled as priority beneficiaries.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the role of the District Level Monitoring Committee?

The DLMC chaired by the District Commissioner audits beneficiary lists and handles public grievance redressal to prevent exclusion errors.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam? What is the official process?

To apply for Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam, applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) and Gaonburhas facilitate enrollment under Orunodoi 3.0 guidelines. 2. Submit Orunodoi application form at the local Gaon Panchayat or Municipal Ward office. 3. Link National Food Security Act (NFSA) ration card, Aadhaar card of the nominated female beneficiary,...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam application status?

Application status for Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam can typically be tracked through the official portal at orunodoi.assam.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Family possessing more than 15 bighas of agricultural land, owning motorized four-wheelers (excluding commercial tractors), family annual income exceeding ₹2,00,000, or presence of regular government employees in the family.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id210Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous application and verification through Gaon Panchayats and orunodoi.assam.gov.in

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 37.2 Lakh low-income households receiving monthly ₹1,250 DBT in Assam (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹5,600 Crore annual budgetary outlay under Finance Department Assam budget allocation
📅Running since 2024
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

210

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Orunodoi 3.0 Scheme Assam guidelines, benefits, and por...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Finance Department, Government of Assam

Block-F, Assam Secretariat, Dispur, Guwahati, Assam 781006

Helpline: 0361-2237054

Jurisdiction: State (Assam)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-26 against official government documentation.

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