The Gujarat Government has launched the Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana to provide financial assistance of ₹1.32 lakh to Scheduled Caste (SC) families for constructing houses. This scheme aims to support homeless and economically weak SC citizens by offering funds in three installments along with toilet construction support under Swachh Bharat Mission.
📌 Key Highlights:
✔ Financial Assistance: ₹1,32,000 (₹1.2 lakh for house + ₹12,000 for toilet)
✔ Eligibility: SC families with no proper housing
✔ Installment Breakdown:
- 1st Installment: ₹40,000
- 2nd Installment: ₹60,000
- 3rd Installment: ₹20,000
- Toilet Construction: ₹12,000 (Additional)
✔ Application Mode: Offline (Form available for download)
Benefits of Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana
| Assistance Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| House Construction (Total) | ₹1,20,000 |
| – 1st Installment | ₹40,000 |
| – 2nd Installment | ₹60,000 |
| – 3rd Installment | ₹20,000 |
| Toilet Construction (Swachh Bharat Mission) | ₹12,000 |
| Total Financial Aid | ₹1,32,000 |
✅ Housing support for homeless SC families
✅ Additional ₹12,000 for toilet construction
✅ Funds directly transferred to beneficiary’s bank account
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must belong to Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Family should not own a proper house
- Annual income must be below the poverty line
- Applicant must be at least 21 years old
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Proof
- Residence Proof (Electricity Bill/Voter ID)
- Land Ownership Documents (if applicable)
- Bank Passbook (First Page Copy)
- Affidavit (Not availed any housing scheme earlier)
How to Apply Offline?
- Download the Application Form (Link given below)
- Fill in the required details
- Attach all necessary documents
- Submit the form at:
- Rural Areas: Taluka Panchayat Office
- Urban Areas: Municipality/Mahanagarpalika Office
Important Links
🔗 Official Website: Coming Soon (Will be updated)
🔗 Offline Application Form: Download Here (Link to be updated)
Key Dates
- Scheme Launch: Already Active
- Last Date to Apply: Open until further notice
The Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana is a great initiative by the Gujarat Government to provide affordable housing to SC families. Eligible beneficiaries should apply offline to receive ₹1.32 lakh for house and toilet construction.