Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana
This Gujarat state scheme provides ₹1,20,000 in financial assistance to Scheduled Caste individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families who do not own a proper home or need to construct one. The grant is released in three installments tied to construction milestones, covering homes in both urban and rural areas. Apply online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat state scheme provides ₹1,20,000 in financial assistance to Scheduled Caste individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families who do not own a proper home or need to construct one. The grant is released in three installments tied to construction milestones, covering homes in both urban and rural areas. Apply online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme "Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana" was launched by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat, in the year 1999. Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹1,20,000/- is provided to Scheduled Caste individuals who do not own a residential home, have an old rough residential home, or own a plot for residence, and who belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category for the construction of a house. The assistance will be paid in three installments to economically weaker Scheduled Caste individuals, especially those below the poverty line, in both urban and rural areas for house construction on an individual basis. Implementing Agency: In Urban Areas: District Deputy Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare Office In Rural Areas: District Social Welfare Officer Office
Benefits
- Total grant of ₹1,20,000 for house construction
- Paid in three installments: ₹40,000 on sanction, ₹60,000 after lintel level is reached, ₹20,000 on full completion (including toilet)
- Separate ₹12,000 toilet construction assistance available if eligible
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a Gujarat resident from the Scheduled Caste category
- Must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category
- Must not own a permanent residential home, or currently own only an old/damaged one
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 (applicable in both urban and rural areas)
- Must not have previously received benefits under any government housing scheme
- Applicant must be at least 21 years old
- House construction must be completed within 2 years of the first installment
- A toilet must be included in the construction (mandatory for the third installment)
How to Apply
Step 01: The eligible applicant may visit the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on New User ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter your Full Name as per Aadhaar Card, Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Card Number, Email ID, Caste etc. and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, click on ‘User Profile’ to update your profile. Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Update’. Step 07: After updating the profile successfully, select the scheme appearing on the home page; an application form will open. Step 08: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 09: Now agree with the terms & conditions and click on ‘Save Application’. Step 10: Submit the application form and take out the print of the application for future reference. The applicant can note down the application number to track the application status by logging into the portal using their User ID and Password. User Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the scheme launched?
The scheme was launched in the year 1999.
Who is eligible for benefits under the scheme?
Scheduled Caste individuals who do not own a residential home, have an old rough residential home, or own a plot for residence, and who belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category are eligible.
What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
Beneficiaries are provided [?]1,20,000/- for the construction of a house, payable in three installments.
How are the financial assistance installments distributed?
The first installment is [?]40,000/-, the second installment is [?]60,000/-, and the third installment is [?]20,000/-.
Who implements the scheme in urban areas?
In urban areas, the scheme is implemented by the District Deputy Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare Office.
Who implements the scheme in rural areas?
In rural areas, the scheme is implemented by the District Social Welfare Officer Office.
What is the eligibility criterion regarding annual income?
The annual income should not exceed [?]6,00,000/- in rural areas and [?]6,00,000/- in urban areas.
Is there a requirement regarding the completion of construction under the scheme?
Yes, the construction of the house has to be completed within 2 years from the payment of the first installment of the housing assistance.
Can the scheme be availed for constructing toilets?
Yes, beneficiaries eligible for assistance for toilets can receive [?]12,000/- separately as per the scheme's rules.
How can one apply for the scheme?
Eligible applicants can apply through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/
What is the upper limit on construction costs under the scheme?
The upper limit is [?]10,00,000/- for urban areas and [?]7,00,000/- for rural areas.
Is there an age requirement for beneficiaries?
Yes, the beneficiary should be at least 21 years old.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant
- Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority
- Ration card of the applicant
- Proof of annual income
- Proof of Residence (Any one of Electricity Bill/Licence/Lease Agreement/Electoral Card/Ration Card)
- Proof of land ownership/document/title deed/certificate deed (as applicable)
- Copy of first page of Bank Passbook/Canceler Check (in applicant's name)
- Proof of death of the husband (if widow),
- A copy of the map showing the area of the land on which the house is to be constructed
- Election Identity Card
- House construction certificate
- Self-Declaration
- Photo of open plot/ dilapidated house where the house is to be constructed
- Any other documents as required