Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana (स्त्री सम्मान समृद्धि योजना) – Financial Assistance (वित्तीय सहायता), Self-Employment (स्वरोजगार), Skill Training (कौशल प्रशिक्षण) 2026
Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana provides financial assistance up to Rs.50,000 for BPL women for self-employment, skill training and livelihood activities – eligibility (पात्रता), documents (दस्तावेज), how to apply (आवेदन कैसे करें) and helpline (हेल्पलाइन) – full guide in English + Hindi
योजना के मुख्य बिंदु (Quick Overview & Facts)
Scheme highlights in one view:
Up to Rs.50,000
Financial assistance (वित्तीय सहायता)
4% Interest Rate
Subsidized bank loan (सब्सिडी वाला बैंक ऋण)
Age: 18-55 Years
Eligibility criteria (पात्रता मानदंड)
Free Skill Training
Vocational training (व्यावसायिक प्रशिक्षण)
WCD Portal (महिला एवं बाल विकास पोर्टल)
Ministry of Women and Child Development – महिला एवं बाल विकास मंत्रालय
NRLM Portal (एनआरएलएम पोर्टल)NRLM / DAY-NRLM (एनआरएलएम)
National Rural Livelihood Mission for SHG linkage – आत्मा सहायता समूह लिंकेज
Women Helpline (महिला हेल्पलाइन)Women Helpline 181 (महिला हेल्पलाइन 181)
24×7 helpline for women in distress – विपत्ति में महिलाओं के लिए 24×7 हेल्पलाइन
आवेदन कैसे करें? (Step-by-Step प्रक्रिया)
Follow these steps to apply for Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana:
Check Eligibility (पात्रता जांचें)
Ensure you meet eligibility: BPL woman, age 18-55 years, interested in self-employment or skill training – पात्रता सुनिश्चित करें
Visit Block/District Office (ब्लॉक/जिला कार्यालय जाएं)
Visit the nearest Block Development Office or District Women and Child Development Office with required documents – आवश्यक दस्तावेजों के साथ कार्यालय जाएं
Fill Application Form (आवेदन फॉर्म भरें)
Obtain and fill the application form with personal details, family income and self-employment plan – व्यक्तिगत विवरण और स्वरोजगार योजना भरें
Submit Documents (दस्तावेज जमा करें)
Submit the form with Aadhaar, BPL certificate, income certificate, bank passbook and photographs – आधार, बीपीएल प्रमाण पत्र जमा करें
Verification (सत्यापन)
Officials will verify documents and eligibility. Field verification may be conducted – अधिकारी दस्तावेज और पात्रता सत्यापित करेंगे
Receive Assistance (सहायता प्राप्त करें)
After approval, financial assistance is credited to bank account or skill training arranged at designated center – स्वीकृति के बाद बैंक खाते में सहायता जमा होती है
पात्रता मापदंड व जरूरी नियम (Eligibility Criteria)
Read every condition carefully before applying:
Who Is Eligible (कौन पात्र है)
• BPL women aged 18-55 years
• Belonging to Below Poverty Line families
• Interested in self-employment or skill development
• Priority: widows, divorced women, women headed households
• SHG members encouraged to apply
• Must be an Indian citizen
Benefits Available (उपलब्ध लाभ)
• Financial assistance: Rs.10,000 to Rs.50,000
• Subsidized bank loans at 4% interest
• Free skill training in various trades
• SHG linkage and group insurance
• Marketing support for products
• Livelihood enhancement activities
Who Is Not Eligible (कौन अपात्र है)
• Women above 55 years of age
• Women from families above poverty line
• Government employees
• Women already receiving similar benefits
• Income tax payees
Skill Training Available (उपलब्ध कौशल प्रशिक्षण)
• Tailoring and embroidery
• Food processing and preservation
• Beauty parlour and makeup
• Computer literacy and data entry
• Handicrafts and candle making
• Mushroom cultivation
• Poultry and dairy farming
• Mobile repair and servicing
SHG Benefits (स्वयं सहायता समूह लाभ)
• Group insurance coverage
• Revolving fund access
• Priority in bank loan sanctioning
• Training and capacity building
• Collective bargaining power
• Market linkage support
How to Contact (संपर्क कैसे करें)
• Visit Block Development Office
• District WCD Office
• Women Helpline: 181 (24×7)
• Ministry WCD: 011-23389826
• Visit wcd.nic.in for details
• Contact local SHG federation
आवेदन हेतु जरूरी दस्तावेज़ (Required Documents)
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- 01 Aadhaar Card (आधार कार्ड)
- 02 BPL Certificate (बीपीएल प्रमाण पत्र)
- 03 Income Certificate (आय प्रमाण पत्र)
- 04 Bank Passbook (बैंक पासबुक) – woman’s name
- 05 Caste Certificate if applicable (जाति प्रमाण पत्र)
- 06 Passport-size Photograph (पासपोर्ट तस्वीर)
- 07 Self-Employment Plan / Project Report (स्वरोजगार योजना)
- 08 Widow/Divorce Certificate if applicable (विधवा/तलाक प्रमाण पत्र)
आवेदन करते समय इन गलतियों से बचें (Common Mistakes)
Avoid these 4 mistakes:
Without a valid BPL certificate, application is rejected. Ensure your BPL card is active and up to date before applying.
Vague or unrealistic self-employment plan leads to rejection. Prepare a clear, realistic project report with cost estimates.
Financial assistance is credited only to the woman’s own bank account. Ensure account is in applicant’s name and Aadhaar-linked.
Women above 55 years are not eligible. Check your age against the eligibility criteria before applying.
काम की बातें व महत्वपूर्ण सलाह (Expert Tips)
Join a Self Help Group in your area first. SHG membership provides additional benefits and easier access to scheme benefits.
Prepare a realistic and detailed self-employment plan with market analysis and cost estimates for better approval chances.
Open a bank account in your name and link Aadhaar before applying. Assistance is credited directly via DBT.
Actively participate in skill training programs. The skills you learn will help you succeed in self-employment.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल (FAQs)
Official answers from scheme portal – short and clear:
What is Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana? (स्त्री सम्मान समृद्धि योजना क्या है?)
A scheme empowering BPL women through financial assistance for self-employment, skill training and livelihood activities to help them become economically independent.
What benefits are provided? (क्या लाभ दिए जाते हैं?)
Financial assistance Rs.10,000-50,000, subsidized loans at 4%, free skill training, SHG linkage, marketing support.
Who is eligible? (कौन पात्र है?)
BPL women aged 18-55 years, interested in self-employment. Priority to widows, divorced women, women headed households.
What is the financial assistance? (वित्तीय सहायता क्या है?)
Rs.10,000 to Rs.50,000 depending on activity. Subsidized loans at 4% interest through bank linkage.
How to apply? (आवेदन कैसे करें?)
Visit Block Development Office or District WCD Office with documents. Fill form, submit for verification.
What documents are required? (कौन से दस्तावेज चाहिए?)
Aadhaar, BPL certificate, income certificate, bank passbook, photograph, self-employment plan.
Can single women apply? (क्या एकल महिलाएं आवेदन कर सकती हैं?)
Yes. Widows, divorced women, women headed households get priority.
What is the age limit? (आयु सीमा क्या है?)
Women aged 18-55 years are eligible.
What training is provided? (क्या प्रशिक्षण दिया जाता है?)
Tailoring, food processing, beauty parlour, computer, handicrafts, mushroom cultivation, poultry, dairy farming.
Can I get a bank loan? (क्या मुझे बैंक ऋण मिल सकता है?)
Yes. Subsidized loans at 4% interest. SHG members get priority in loan sanctioning.
What is the helpline? (हेल्पलाइन क्या है?)
WCD Helpline: 011-23389826. Women Helpline: 181. Visit wcd.nic.in.
Can SHG members apply? (क्या एसएचजी सदस्य आवेदन कर सकते हैं?)
Yes. SHG members are encouraged to apply with additional benefits including group insurance and revolving fund.
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