What is the objective of the YSR Cheyutha Scheme?

To economically empower women aged 45-60 from marginalised communities through financial assistance and income-generating activities.

How much financial assistance is provided under the govt scheme?

₹75,000 is disbursed in four annual instalments of ₹18,750 over four years.

What are the eligibility criteria for the YSR Cheyutha Scheme?

Applicants must be Andhra Pradesh residents, women aged 45-60, from BC, SC, ST, or minority communities, with annual income limits and monthly electricity consumption below 300 units.

What is the purpose of tie-ups with companies like Amul and Reliance under the scheme?

To promote self-employment by helping women establish grocery shops and generate additional income.

When will the 3rd phase of the YSR Cheyutha Scheme begin?

The 3rd phase was launched in 2024, benefiting over 26 lakh women with direct bank transfers of funds.

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YSR Cheyutha Scheme 2025: Empowering Women With Financial Assistance In Andhra Pradesh

Alankar Mishra

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 7:14 AM

YSR Cheyutha Scheme 2025: Empowering Women With Financial Assistance In Andhra Pradesh

YSR Cheyutha Scheme is a state government scheme that works for women’s empowerment provided by the Andhra Pradesh Government. Women belonging to BC, SC, ST, and Minority communities will be paid a compensation of ₹75,000 in four equal instalments to economically empower old-age females from the ages of 45-60. Implementation of the govt scheme ensures empowerment and upliftment of marginalised communities by addressing social and economic issues around the communities while uplifting their living standard improvements.

Particulars	Details
Name of Scheme	YSR Cheyutha
Launched By	Government of Andhra Pradesh
Beneficiaries	Women aged 45-60 from BC, SC, ST, Minority Communities
Financial Assistance	₹75,000 over four years (₹18,750 annually)
Launch Date	12 August 2022
Total Budget	₹17,000 crores
Current Phase	3rd Phase Launch in 2024

What Is The YSR Cheyutha Scheme?

YSR Cheyutha Scheme is a women empowerment scheme implemented by the Andhra Pradesh Government which focuses on improving certain traits among Women of weaker sections of the society.

In the govt scheme, the fund guarantees a total sum of 75,000 rupees after four consecutive terms of 18,750 rupees instead of a lump sum. This support in a monetary form helps women aged between 45-60 years in enhancing earnings either through expansion or sustenance of income-generating activities. The scheme’s goal is to ensure these women have more financial backing and opportunities that will enable them to thrive.

Objective and Benefits

The main objectives and benefits of the YSR Cheyutha Scheme include many great aspects. Let’s have a look at these benefits for a better understanding of the govt scheme.

Provide Financial Security: Providing poor women with economic assistance to improve their employment opportunities.
Sustainable Livelihoods: The scheme provides helping women to own businesses and to become financially strong through interspersed yearly instalments.
Boost Women’s Economic Growth: Assist women in establishing successful businesses by doing business with large corporations and multinationals.
Income Generation: Giving income to 26 lakh women of the state which is self-dependent and helps to improve the state’s economy.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the YSR Cheyutha Scheme, applicants must meet the set of criteria. These criteria are designed in a way that only the people needed the benefit will get it.

Must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
Should be a female belonging to BC, SC, ST, or minority communities.
Must be aged between 45 to 60 years.
Should not be a government employee or pensioner (sanitary workers exempted).
A family's annual income should be less than ₹10,000 in rural areas and ₹12,000 in urban areas.
Monthly electricity consumption should be under 300 units.

Application Procedure

Follow these steps to apply for the YSR Cheyutha Scheme. As the scheme is made for all the minority people, these application processes are very simple to follow.

Visit the official Portal of Andhra Pradesh.
Log in using Aadhaar-based OTP authentication.
Select "YSR Cheyutha" from the schemes dropdown.
Submit your application, which will be forwarded for field verification by welfare officers.
Verified applications are reviewed, and eligible applicants are listed for financial aid distribution.
Track the application status via the Citizen Schemes Portal.

Documents Required

To apply for the YSR Cheyutha Scheme, the following documents are needed to be submitted for the verification process. Make sure to keep all the copies ready and up to date.

Aadhaar Card
Aadhaar-linked Bank Account details
Integrated Caste Certificate/Minority Certificate
Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate, SSC Marks Sheet, Voter ID)
Other necessary documents for verification

YSR Cheyutha Scheme Budget

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has earmarked ₹17000 crores for the YSR Cheyutha Scheme. ₹4,687 crores were allotted to be disbursed in 2024. This govt scheme encompasses the welfare programs of the government targeting the weaker section of society.

When will the 3rd Phase of AP YSR Cheyutha begin?

The 3rd phase of the YSR Cheyutha Scheme is launched in 2024. This phase will provide financial assistance to over 26 lakh women across Andhra Pradesh. The Chief Minister will inaugurate this phase, disbursing funds directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts.

Setting Up Various Grocery Shops To Help Women

The government of Andhra Pradesh has entered into a tie-up with big companies like Sache, amul, and P&G, reliance, to help women who benefit from opening grocery shops as an effort to encourage self-employment. These women would be able to make over and above Rs 10,000 from these businesses thus ensuring they are financially secured.

Cattle Purchase Under The YSR Cheyutha Scheme

Under the YSR Cheyutha Scheme, ₹5,386 crores were set up for the management of animals such as cows, goats, and buffaloes among others. This govt scheme aims at promoting animal rearing amongst women.

Phase 2 of YSR Cheyutha Scheme Payment

In November in the year 2022, the Andhra Pradesh government issued ₹510 crores during the phase decline of the YSR Cheyutha program. The approximate 2.72 lakh beneficiaries were paid at ₹18,750 which was helpful for women in rural cooperate society.

New YSR Cheyutha Updates

In the new YSR Cheyutha updates, it has been stated that the beneficiaries will still get eight thousand rupees in YSR Cheyutha every year for four years with the money paid directly into their accounts. This state government scheme is still geared towards achieving money independence for women as well as improving their overall well-being.

Conclusion

It is only through the YSR Cheyutha Scheme that women within the state of Andhra Pradesh can earn a sustainable living which effectively gives them self-sufficient listening. It has provided funds, arrangements with the businesses and help in buying cattle to ensure a better life for women in need in the entire state.

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