The Government of Assam has launched the Orunodoi Scheme, a flagship initiative aimed at providing monthly financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families, with a focus on empowering women. Since its inception on 2nd October 2020, the scheme has undergone several enhancements, with the latest being Orunodoi 3.0, introduced in September 2024.

Overview of the Orunodoi Scheme

Launch Date: 2nd October 2020
Implementing Body: Finance Department, Government of Assam
Beneficiaries: Women from economically weaker sections
Monthly Assistance: Up to ₹1,400 via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Objective: To support families in meeting essential needs like nutrition, health, and household expenses

Evolution of the Scheme

Orunodoi 1.0: Initiated with a monthly assistance of ₹830 to approximately 17 lakh families.
Orunodoi 2.0: Expanded coverage to 27.77 lakh beneficiaries, increasing the monthly aid to ₹1,000.
Orunodoi 3.0: Launched in September 2024, this phase aims to support 37.2 lakh families with an annual budget of ₹5,604 crore. The monthly assistance has been increased to ₹1,400, and the scheme now includes additional vulnerable groups.

Breakdown of Monthly Financial Assistance

Purpose	Amount (₹)
Medicines	400
50% Subsidy for 4 kg Pulses	200
50% Subsidy for 4 kg Sugar	80
Fruits and Vegetables	150
Essential Household Items	170
LPG Gas	200
Total	1,200

Note: The remaining ₹200 is allocated based on specific household needs and may vary.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

Permanent resident of Assam.
Annual household income less than ₹2 lakh.
Households with members suffering from specific disabilities or chronic illnesses.
Beneficiaries of Deen Dayal Divyangjan Pension Scheme and Indira Miri Universal Widow Pension Scheme.

Priority Groups:

Widows, divorced, or unmarried women above 45 years.
Households with specially-abled members.
Destitute individuals or those living on alms.
Households without shelter or residing in kutcha houses.
Female-headed households with no adult male members between 16-59 years.
Victims of human trafficking or rape, as recorded in government records.

Exclusion Criteria:

Households with current or former MLAs/MPs.
Government employees, pensioners, and their families.
Professionals like doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants, architects, and registered government contractors.
Income tax payees.
Households owning more than 15 bighas of agricultural land or substantial residential land.

Application Process

Offline Mode:

Obtain the application form from the nearest Gaon Panchayat (GP), Village Council Development Committee (VCDC), or Urban Local Body (ULB).
Fill in the required details and attach necessary documents.
Submit the form to the respective office.
The District Level Monitoring Committee will verify and approve eligible applications.

Online Mode:

Visit the official Orunodoi portal: https://orunodoi.assam.gov.in
Fill in the application form with accurate details.
Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Submit the application and note the acknowledgment number for future reference.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Voter ID
Bank Passbook
Income Certificate
Ration Card
Recent Passport-sized Photographs
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Self-declaration form

Recent Updates

The Orunodoi 3.0 phase has expanded the beneficiary base to include transgender individuals and persons with disabilities, reflecting the government's commitment to inclusive growth.
A mandatory requirement for a ration card has been introduced to streamline beneficiary identification.
The government has initiated a cleanup drive, urging ineligible beneficiaries, especially government employees, to voluntarily opt-out to ensure the scheme reaches the truly needy.

Important Links of Assam Orunodoi Scheme

Download Application Form	Click Here
Orunodoi Payment Status	Click Here
Book A Complaint	Click Here
Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

For more detailed information and updates, visit the official Assam Orunodoi Scheme Portal.

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FAQs of Assam Orunodoi Scheme

What is the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme?

Under the scheme, a financial assistance of Rs 830/- per month was provided initially through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to poor households in the State. The amount has since been increased to Rs 1,250/- per month. The amount is disbursed to the beneficiaries on 10th of every month.

Who is eligible for Orunodoi Scheme?

As per official statements from authorities, the following groups are prioritized for the Orunodoi Scheme in Assam. Families with widows. Unmarried women. Families with a divorced woman. Families with a person with a disability. Poor families without ration cards for free rice. Poor families with NFSS cards. Families owning two/three-wheelers or tractors under self-help groups.

How much money is given in Orunodoi?

Rs. 1250/-

How to Apply for Assam Orunodoi Scheme ?

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