The Atal Asra Yojana, introduced by the Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa, aims to provide financial assistance to individuals from Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities in Goa for housing-related needs. This includes construction, reconstruction, and repairs of homes, thereby improving living conditions for eligible beneficiaries.
Benefits of the Scheme
- For New Construction/Reconstruction: Financial assistance of up to ₹3,00,000.
- For Repairs: Financial assistance of ₹1,50,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Community: Applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribes community of Goa.
- Income Limit: Family’s annual income must not exceed ₹3,00,000.
- Residency: The applicant must be a resident of Goa.
Application Process
Offline Steps:
- Visit the Department Office:
- Address:
Department of Tribal Welfare, Govt. of Goa,
Shram Shakti Bhavan, 5th Floor, Patto, Panaji-Goa, 403001.
- Address:
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Take a printout of the proforma available online or collect a hard copy from the office.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory details, attach a passport-sized photo (signed across), and self-attest required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled form along with supporting documents to the concerned authority at the Department of Tribal Welfare.
Documents Required
General Documents:
- Affidavit in the prescribed format.
- House Tax Receipt.
- Income Certificate.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) Certificate issued by a competent authority.
- Sanction Order under JAY/RAY (if applicable).
- Detailed estimate from a registered Engineer/Architect/Contractor.
- Bank passbook copy.
- Recent photograph of the existing house with the applicant.
- Aadhaar Card copy.
- Ration Card copy.
- Mandate Form.
Additional Documents for New Construction/Reconstruction:
- Ownership documents or No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the landowner.
- Construction license issued by a competent authority.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the purpose of the Atal Asra Yojana?
- To provide financial aid to Scheduled Tribes in Goa for housing needs, including construction, reconstruction, and repairs.
- Who is eligible for the scheme?
- Individuals from Scheduled Tribes in Goa with a family income of ₹3,00,000 or less annually.
- What financial assistance is available?
- ₹3,00,000 for new construction/reconstruction and ₹1,50,000 for repairs.
- Can an applicant avail both construction and repair benefits?
- No, the applicant can avail benefits only for one type of assistance under the scheme.
- What additional documents are needed for new construction?
- Ownership documents or NOC and a construction license from the competent authority.
- Does the scheme accept online applications?
- No, applications must be submitted offline to the Department of Tribal Welfare.
- What is the full form of GSIDC?
- Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation.
Contact Information
- Department Address:
Department of Tribal Welfare, Shram Shakti Bhavan, 5th Floor, Patto, Panaji-Goa, 403001.