Kudumbashree Mission
Kerala's state-wide women's empowerment and poverty-eradication mission
Government
State Government
Who it’s for
Women (especially from poor households)
Application mode
Through local Kudumbashree NHG/CDS office
Processing time
NHG membership to credit/enterprise support builds over months as the group matures.
Deadline / renewal
Ongoing — no application deadline; an established, long-running state mission.
What it provides
State-wide women-empowerment and poverty-eradication programme organising women into Neighbourhood Groups/SHGs, offering micro-credit, livelihood, entrepreneurship and skill-development support.
Benefits breakdown
Who’s eligible
Women, especially from poor/marginalised households in Kerala, willing to join a Kudumbashree Neighbourhood Group (NHG).
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Bank account details
- NHG membership registration
How to apply
In-person / offline
- Contact the Community Development Society (CDS) office in your Panchayat/Municipality
- Join an existing Neighbourhood Group (NHG) or help form a new one
- Participate in regular thrift and savings meetings; access micro-credit, skill training and enterprise support over time
Helpline
Available on kudumbashree.org
FAQs
Is Kudumbashree only for very poor women?
While it prioritises poor and marginalised households, membership is broadly open to women wanting to join a local Neighbourhood Group.
Last verified 31 August 2026