Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana is a government initiative that aims at providing a secure roof to homeless families. It was first launched in the year 2015, and since then the scheme has provided numerous underprivileged families with their own houses. Let’s learn about the eligibility and the process of application for PM Awas Yojana. 

PM Awas Yojana

People interested in availing benefits of PM Awas Yojana can submit their applications online. To qualify for this scheme, you must be at least 18 years old and must not own a furnished house. You must also possess a BPCL card. If you meet these criteria, you can apply for this scheme online without any delay. 

Benefits

PM Awas Yojana is offered in both rural and urban areas of the country. If you do not own a house, it is necessary to register for this scheme to avail the benefits. Let’s learn more about the scheme.

The scheme was launched by the government in the year 2015 to provide financial assistance to families struggling to afford a roof over their heads. People living in urban areas receive Rs 2.5 lakh for house construction, and rural residents are provided Rs 1.3 lakh for the same purpose. 

Eligibility:

•    The applicant must not own a house. 
•    Applicants whose family members are employed as government workers are not eligible for the scheme. 
•    Female heads of families from EWS and LIG can apply for the scheme. 
•    The annual income of EWS applicants should not exceed Rs 3 lakh per year.