> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsanek.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Orunodoi Assam: who gets Rs 1,250 a month and how to apply - URL: https://newsanek.com/orunodoi/ - Published: 2026-11-07T05:24:55.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-07T06:20:17.000Z - Description: Orunodoi pays Rs 1,250 a month to eligible women from poor families in Assam, straight into their bank accounts. Here is who qualifies, who does not, and how to check the scheme and apply. - Author: Kumar Ujjwal - Tags: Govt Schemes, #scheme-social-welfare, #scheme-for-women, #scheme-for-poor, #scheme-assam Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check. __At a glance__ | Scheme | Orunodoi (Assam) | | -------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Department | Social Welfare Department, Government of Assam | | Benefit | Rs 1,250 a month, paid by Direct Benefit Transfer | | Who can apply | Women from economically weaker families in Assam, mainly women-led households | | How it is paid | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to an Aadhaar-linked bank account | | Apply at | orunodoi.assam.gov.in or the local government office | | Cost to apply | Free | ### Key points - This scheme is only for residents of Assam. - One eligible woman per family receives Rs 1,250 a month. - Priority goes to women-led households, such as widows, unmarried or divorced women, and families with a specially abled member. - A bank account linked with Aadhaar is needed to receive the money. ## So what exactly does a beneficiary get? An eligible woman receives Rs 1,250 every month. Only one eligible woman per family gets the benefit. The money goes straight into the bank account linked with Aadhaar. No middleman handles it. Government announcements have also added extra payments at times, such as before festivals, and in flood-affected areas. Amounts and timing can change, so please confirm the current figures on the official site. ## Who can apply, and who cannot? You must be a resident of Assam to apply. The scheme focuses on economically weaker households. It is open to women from rural and urban poor families across all districts. Women-led households get priority. This includes widows, unmarried or divorced women, and families with a specially abled person. Households are identified through state-level surveys and socio-economic vulnerability. Being on the list is decided by the government, so check the official site for the latest eligibility rules. ## Why was the scheme started, and what has changed? Orunodoi is a flagship poverty alleviation scheme of the Assam government, launched in 2020. It is run by the Social Welfare Department. Its aim is to give women in poor households basic financial security. Recent announcements have added festival-time payments, including a one-time boost for Durga Puja 2026, and payments for pending months. Such decisions are announced from time to time, so keep checking official updates. ## What documents should you keep ready? Keep your Aadhaar card ready. Keep a bank account that is linked with your Aadhaar number. Keep a mobile number that is in your name, and any proof of residence in Assam. Keep papers that show your family's income or household status, if the form asks for them. ## How do you apply online, step by step? Go to orunodoi.assam.gov.in and look for the application or registration option. Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and bank details as asked. Fill in your family and household details carefully, then submit the form. Save or note your application number for future checks. How to apply for Orunodoi, step by step 1. *1* **Go to the official portal**Go to orunodoi.assam.gov.in and look for the application or registration option. 2. *2* **Enter your details**Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and bank details as asked. 3. *3* **Fill in household details**Fill in your family and household details carefully, then submit the form. 4. *4* **Save your application number**Save or note your application number for future checks. Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report ## How can you apply offline? You can also approach your local government office, such as the block or circle office or a designated centre in your area. Ask for the Orunodoi application form and get help filling it in. Please confirm the current offline counters on the official website before you visit. ## How do you check payment, and what if the money is stuck? First, check the status of your application on the official portal. Most stuck payments happen when the bank account is not linked with Aadhaar, or when the details do not match. Fix the problem with your bank or the local office, then check again. If the problem continues, approach the local office in person with your documents. ## Helpline, grievances and important tips Use only the official website for applications and updates. Never pay any agent or person who promises to get you the benefit. Government schemes like this are free to apply for. If you have a complaint, contact the Social Welfare Department through the official website or your local office. Always check the official portal before believing a message about changes in amount or dates. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much money does Orunodoi pay? The scheme pays Rs 1,250 a month to one eligible woman per family. Festival-time and special payments have also been announced, so check the official site for current figures. ### Can both a mother and daughter in the same family get it? Only one eligible woman per family gets the monthly benefit. Check the official site for the exact family rules. ### Is there a last date to apply? Not that is confirmed in the sources. Please check the official website for any deadline or open application window. ### Do I need to pay anyone to apply? No. Applying is free. Do not pay any agent or person who claims to get you the benefit. ### Why is my payment delayed? Payments are often delayed when the bank account is not linked with Aadhaar or the details do not match. Check your status on the official portal. ### Official links - [Official website](https://orunodoi.assam.gov.in/?ref=newsanek.com) This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. 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