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Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Launched

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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.

Summary

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Key Facts

TypeScheme

SourceHistorical Record

PublishedTuesday, 1 January 2013

Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs

Key Numbers

GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)

Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP

GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg

20 million central + state government employees

Key Authorities

Key Stakeholders

Government Context

UPA IICongress-led UPA

Centre-Left

LeftCentreRight

Amendment History

22 changes recorded for this policy.

TypeThursday, 9 July 2026via historical

~~policy~~

scheme

SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical

~~Digital & Technology, Science & Innovation, Social Protection~~

Digital & Technology, Finance & Economy, Governance & Reform

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_surface_transport

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_steel

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_tourism

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_science_technology

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_urban_development

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_rural_development

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_skill_development_and_entrepreneurship

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_women_and_child_development

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_textiles

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_upsc

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_statistics_programme_implementation

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_niti_aayog

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_tribal_affairs

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_eac_pm

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_water_resources_river_development_and_ganga_rejuvenation

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_pm_speech

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_special_service_and_features

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

DescriptionFriday, 21 August 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports

Pioneered electronic transfer of government subsidies and benefits directly to beneficiary bank accounts using Aadhaar authentication. Aimed at reducing leakages, eliminating middlemen, and improving targeting of welfare schemes.

Government of India press release: Government Strengthens Scholarship Delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer for SC and OBC Students

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