Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)
Economically Backward Class (EBC) residents of Gujarat with family income below ₹6 lakh per year can receive up to ₹1,20,000 in financial assistance for building a new home. Applicants must own land or have received a government land allotment. Apply online through the eSamajKalyan portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Economically Backward Class (EBC) residents of Gujarat with family income below ₹6 lakh per year can receive up to ₹1,20,000 in financial assistance for building a new home. Applicants must own land or have received a government land allotment. Apply online through the eSamajKalyan portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)" is a housing scheme by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to support Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) by offering financial aid up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction. This scheme also ensures that the Economically Weaker Sections receive support in securing shelter.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000 for building a new house
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must belong to the Economically Backward Class (EBC)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000
- Must have legal ownership of land or a valid government allotment order for house construction
How to Apply
Registration
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan.
Step 2: In the right pane of the home page, click "New User? Please Register Here!".
You will be taken to the Registration Form.
Step 3: In the form, provide all the mandatory fields, fill in the captcha code, and click "Submit" to complete the registration process. A popup will appear acknowledging successful registration and displaying your User ID for Login.
Application
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan.
Step 2: In the "Citizen Login" section provided in the right pane of the home page, provide your User ID and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, then click "Login".
Step 3: In the ribbon provided at the top of the website, click the "Corporation" menu, then click on "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)".
Step 4: You will be taken to the online application form of the scheme. In the form, provide all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
Step 5: Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make corrections, if any.
Step 6: Click "Submit" to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message. Note down your Application Number for future reference. You can also take a printout of the submitted application form.
Track Application Status
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan. Step 2: Navigate to the bottom of the home page, and click "Your Application Status". Step 3: In the next page, provide your Application Number, Date of Birth, and click "View Status". The current status of your application will be displayed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of the "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)"?
The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)" has been introduced by the Government of Gujarat with the primary objective of providing financial assistance to individuals belonging to the Economically Backward Classes (EBC) to help them construct their own houses and thereby improve their standard of living.
Which department is responsible for implementing this housing scheme?
The scheme is implemented and overseen by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of the Government of Gujarat, which works towards the welfare and upliftment of socially and economically disadvantaged communities.
Who can apply for the benefits under this scheme?
Any individual who is a permanent resident of Gujarat, belongs to the Economically Backward Class category, and has an annual family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000 is eligible to apply for the benefits under this scheme.
What kind of financial support is provided under the scheme?
Under this scheme, the eligible beneficiaries are entitled to receive financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000 from the state government for the purpose of constructing their own residential houses.
Is this scheme available throughout the state of Gujarat?
Yes, the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana is applicable and available to eligible applicants residing in any part of the state of Gujarat.
Is the application process for this scheme online or offline?
The entire application process for the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana is conducted online through the official eSamajKalyan portal of the Government of Gujarat.
What is the official website where eligible individuals can apply for this scheme?
Eligible individuals can submit their application for the scheme by visiting the official website: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in and completing the registration and application process as required.
Is there any application fee for submitting the form under this scheme?
Applicants are required to submit several documents including their Aadhaar card, caste certificate, income certificate, bank passbook or a cancelled cheque, proof of land ownership or allotment, building permission, and certificates from relevant authorities such as the Talati-cum-Mantri and Circle Inspector.
Does the scheme provide any assistance for renovation or only for new construction?
The financial assistance provided under this scheme is strictly intended for the purpose of constructing new houses and does not cover renovation or repair of existing structures.
Where can one find more official information and updates about the scheme?
For more detailed information, official guidelines, and updates about the scheme, individuals can visit the website of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Gujarat at https://sje.gujarat.gov.in.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
- Caste Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Land Ownership Aadhaar.
- Land Ownership Acknowledgment Form.
- Title Deed/Sanad Deed (as applicable).
- Map of land signed by Talati-cum-Mantri.
- Allotment order of land/house (if received under a poverty scheme).
- Permission letter for building construction.
- Certificate from the Circle Inspector for housing assistance.
- Certificate from City or Gram Panchayat Talati-cum-Mantri.