Odisha Government Schemes and Services – Complete Guide

Odisha, governed by the BJP under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi since June 2024, has a robust welfare ecosystem covering agriculture, health, education, housing, women's empowerment, and social security. The new government has renamed several flagship schemes — KALIA is now CM-KISAN Yojana, BSKY is now Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY), and the landmark Subhadra Yojana for women has been launched. This guide covers every major Odisha government scheme with eligibility, benefits, and application details.

Key Government Portals in Odisha

• Odisha State Portal – odisha.gov.in – Official state government website
• eOdisha – eodisha.gov.in – Online citizen services portal
• Bhulekh Odisha – bhulekh.ori.nic.in – Land records, RoR, plot details
• CM-KISAN Portal – cmkportal.odisha.gov.in – CM-KISAN scheme portal for farmers (formerly KALIA)
• GJAY Portal – gjay.odisha.gov.in – Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana health scheme
• Mo Sarkar – Citizen feedback and governance platform

Agriculture Schemes

CM-KISAN Yojana (formerly KALIA Yojana)

The KALIA (Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation) scheme has been rebranded as CM-KISAN Yojana by the BJP government. It continues to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers and landless agricultural households.

Key components:

• Cultivation Assistance – Financial support per farm family for purchase of inputs
• Livelihood Support – Assistance for landless agricultural households for allied activities like goat rearing, fishery, etc.
• Life Insurance – ₹2 lakh life insurance coverage
• Integration with PM-KISAN – The scheme now works alongside the central PM-KISAN scheme

Portal: cmkportal.odisha.gov.in

Read the complete guides: Odisha KALIA Yojana | KALIA Yojana for Farmers

Odisha Millets Mission

Promotion of millet cultivation through financial incentives, seed distribution, and market linkage. Odisha is a pioneer in millet revival in India.

Farm Mechanization

Subsidized farm machinery and equipment for small and marginal farmers through the agriculture department.

See also: PM KISAN Samman Nidhi | eNAM | PMFBY Crop Insurance | PM KUSUM Solar Pump

Social Security and Pension

Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY)

Odisha's comprehensive social security pension scheme covering multiple vulnerable categories. The BJP government significantly increased pension amounts — from ₹500-₹700 to ₹1,000-₹3,500 per month, with ₹3,500 for those aged 80+ or with 80%+ disability:

• Old Age Pension (60-79) – ₹1,000-₹1,400 per month
• Old Age Pension (80+) – Up to ₹3,500 per month
• Widow Pension – ₹1,000-₹1,400 per month
• Disability Pension (40-79%) – ₹1,000-₹1,400 per month
• Disability Pension (80%+) – Up to ₹3,500 per month
• Leprosy Patients – ₹1,000-₹1,400 per month

Read the complete guide: Odisha Madhu Babu Pension Yojana

See also: Old Age Pension Guide | Widow Pension | Disability Pension

Health Schemes

Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY) – formerly BSKY

Odisha's flagship health insurance scheme, renamed from Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY) to Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY) by the BJP government. Now integrated with Ayushman Bharat, providing cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals:

• ₹5 lakh per family per year for general beneficiaries
• ₹10 lakh for women members of the family per year
• 1,000+ hospitals empanelled (government and private)
• Covers 3.5 crore people (nearly all of Odisha's population)

Eligibility:

• All families covered under Food Security schemes
• GJAY health card required

Portal: gjay.odisha.gov.in

See: Ayushman Bharat vs State Health Schemes

DISHA (District Integrated Self-Monitoring Health App)

Free OPD services and diagnostics at government hospitals.

108 and 102 Ambulance Services

• 108 – Emergency ambulance service
• 102 – Maternal and child health transport (Janani Express)

Women and Child Welfare Schemes

Subhadra Yojana – Women's Financial Empowerment

The BJP government's flagship women-centric scheme providing ₹50,000 over five years to eligible women via direct bank transfer:

• ₹10,000 per year (two instalments of ₹5,000 each — on Raksha Bandhan and International Women's Day)
• Over 1 crore women beneficiaries across Odisha
• Women aged 21-60 from economically weaker sections eligible
• Launched by PM Modi in September 2024

Portal: subhadra.odisha.gov.in

Read our detailed Subhadra Yojana guide for complete eligibility, application process, and payment schedule.

Mamata-PMMVY Scheme

Conditional cash transfer for pregnant and lactating women, now co-branded with the central Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY):

• ₹12,000 for girl child birth (increased from ₹10,000)
• ₹10,000 for boy child birth
• Covers first two live births

Eligibility:

• Pregnant women aged 19+
• Must register at AWC (Anganwadi Centre) or health facility
• Must complete prescribed ANC checkups
• Institutional delivery required

Mission Shakti

Odisha's Mission Shakti empowers women through self-help groups (SHGs). Over 70 lakh women are organized in 6+ lakh SHGs with access to micro-credit and livelihood support. The Lakhpati Didi initiative aims to make 1 crore women financially empowered.

Education Schemes

Odisha State Scholarship

Scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students at pre-matric and post-matric levels covering tuition, hostel, and maintenance.

Gopabandhu Sikhya Sahayata Yojana

Financial assistance for higher education of students from rural and economically weaker families.

Kalinga Sikhya Sathi Yojana

Interest-free education loans for students pursuing professional courses from Odisha.

Free Textbooks and Uniforms

Free textbooks, school bags, and uniforms for all students in government and aided schools up to Class 10.

See also: Post-Matric and Pre-Matric Scholarships | Education Loan Guide

Housing Schemes

Antyodaya Gruha Yojana (formerly Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana)

Housing for rural poor and BPL families with financial assistance for construction of pucca houses. Renamed from Biju Pucca Ghar Yojana by the BJP government. Beneficiaries receive phased assistance linked to construction progress.

Viksit Gaon Viksit Odisha (formerly Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha)

Comprehensive village development including housing, sanitation, and infrastructure in selected villages.

PMAY (Urban and Rural) in Odisha

Central housing scheme providing subsidies for house construction. Special focus on cyclone-prone coastal districts.

Food Security – Ration Card

Odisha distributes subsidized rice at ₹1/kg through the PDS:

• 5 kg rice per person per month for priority households
• Distributed through fair price shops
• Ration Card Types and Priorities
• Smart Ration Card Apply Online
• One Nation One Ration Card

Government Certificates and Documents

Odisha certificates through eOdisha and CSCs:

• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Marriage Certificate
• Encumbrance Certificate
• Character Certificate

Property and Land Records

• Bhulekh Odisha – bhulekh.ori.nic.in – RoR, plot details, Khatiyan
• Land Records Online – All States
• Property Registration Online
• Property Mutation

Government Jobs and Exams in Odisha

• OPSC Exam Guide – Odisha Public Service Commission
• Odisha Police Constable Exam
• OTET – Odisha TET Exam Guide

Important Helpline Numbers

How to Apply for Odisha Government Schemes

Online Application

1. Visit eOdisha – eodisha.gov.in or scheme-specific portal
2. Register/Login – Use mobile number or Aadhaar
3. Select the scheme – Browse by department
4. Fill application – Enter personal and eligibility details
5. Upload documents – Aadhaar, ration card, income certificate, bank passbook
6. Submit and track – Note the application number

Offline Application

1. Visit the nearest Block/Panchayat office or CSC centre
2. Carry original documents and photocopies
3. Fill the application form
4. Submit and collect acknowledgment receipt
5. Track through Mo Sarkar portal

Common Documents Required

• Aadhaar card
• Ration card
• Income certificate
• Caste certificate (for category-based schemes)
• Bank passbook with IFSC
• Passport-size photographs
• Land patta (for agriculture schemes)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check my CM-KISAN (formerly KALIA) beneficiary status? Visit cmkportal.odisha.gov.in and enter your Aadhaar number to check your CM-KISAN status and payment details.

Is GJAY different from Ayushman Bharat? Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY), formerly BSKY, is now integrated with Ayushman Bharat. It covers a larger population than Ayushman Bharat alone. Women get enhanced coverage of ₹10 lakh. Both can be used at empanelled hospitals.

How do I apply for Subhadra Yojana? Women aged 21-60 can apply online at subhadra.odisha.gov.in with Aadhaar, bank account, and complete e-KYC. ₹10,000 per year in two instalments.

How do I apply for Madhu Babu Pension? Apply through the Block Development Office or online through eOdisha portal with age proof, income certificate, and Aadhaar. Pension amounts now range from ₹1,000 to ₹3,500 per month.

Odisha government regularly updates scheme benefits and eligibility. Verify the latest details on official portals before applying.