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Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare" provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to socially and educationally backward classes, economically backward classes, and nomadic exempted castes for constructing houses across Gujarat.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.

Who can apply

The applicant must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)/ Economically Backward Class (EBC) or Nomadic Exempted Caste.; The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.; The applicant must have a total annual family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000/-.; The applicant must have legal ownership of land or a valid allotment order for the construction of a house.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of the "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare"?

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare" aims to provide financial aid of up to ₹1,20,000/- to eligible beneficiaries from the socially and educationally backward classes (SEBC), economically backward classes (EBC), and nomadic exempted castes (NEC) for constructing new houses.

Who is eligible to apply for the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana?

Any individual who belongs to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), or Nomadic Exempted Caste and has an annual family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000 is eligible to apply under this housing assistance scheme.

What is the amount of financial assistance provided under this scheme?

Under this scheme, the Government of Gujarat provides eligible applicants with financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- specifically for the purpose of constructing a residential house on legally owned or allotted land.

Is the scheme applicable across all regions of Gujarat?

Yes, the scheme is implemented throughout the state of Gujarat and is applicable to all eligible applicants residing in any district or taluka within the state.

Can women applicants also apply for this scheme?

Yes, women applicants are also eligible to apply under this scheme as there are no gender-specific restrictions; any individual meeting the eligibility criteria can submit an application.

Can individuals from the general (unreserved) category apply under this scheme?

No, individuals from the general or unreserved category are not eligible for this scheme, as it is exclusively targeted toward SEBC, EBC, and Nomadic Exempted Caste communities.

How is preference decided among eligible applicants?

Preference is given to applicants who are listed as Below Poverty Line (BPL) beneficiaries, and those who belong to the most backward or nomadic categories, in order to ensure that the most disadvantaged groups receive timely assistance.

Is physical verification a part of the approval process?

Yes, physical verification is conducted by government officials such as the Circle Inspector and Talati-cum-Mantri, who are responsible for verifying the applicant’s eligibility and land details before final approval is granted.

Where should an applicant submit their application for this scheme?

Applicants must submit their application online through the official e-Samaj Kalyan portal of the Gujarat Government at https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in, which is the designated platform for processing housing scheme applications.

What are the essential documents required while applying for the scheme?

The applicant is required to submit several important documents, including Aadhaar card, caste certificate, income certificate, bank passbook or cancelled cheque, land ownership proof, land acknowledgment form, map of the land signed by Talati-cum-Mantri, and construction permission letters, along with certification from local authorities.