Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana was introduced by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat in 1999. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹1,20,000/- to Scheduled Caste individuals belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. It supports the construction of new houses or the improvement of old, dilapidated homes.
The assistance is disbursed in three installments for Scheduled Caste individuals in urban and rural areas.
Implementing Agencies
- Urban Areas: District Deputy Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare Office.
- Rural Areas: District Social Welfare Officer Office.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.
- 1st installment: ₹40,000/- (administrative sanction).
- 2nd installment: ₹60,000/- (on reaching lintel level).
- 3rd installment: ₹20,000/- (on completion of construction, including toilets).
- Assistance for toilet construction of ₹12,000/- if eligible under other schemes.
Eligibility
- Residency: The applicant must be a native of Gujarat.
- Caste: Scheduled Caste category individuals are eligible.
- Economic Status: Below Poverty Line (BPL) families with:
- Annual income limit: ₹6,00,000/- (urban & rural areas).
- Property Ownership:
- Must not own a residential home or have an old, rough residential home or a plot for residence.
- Must not have availed of benefits under any other government housing scheme.
- Construction:
- Beneficiary must complete house construction within 2 years from receiving the first installment.
- Construction must include toilets and adhere to scheme limits:
- ₹10,00,000/- (urban areas).
- ₹7,00,000/- (rural areas).
- Age Requirement: Minimum 21 years.
- Special Provision: Eligible for assistance even if constructing a house on the first floor of a family-owned ground floor home, with the consent of the owner.
Application Process
Online Application:
- Visit the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
- New User Registration:
- Provide details like Aadhaar number, name, caste, and contact information.
- Login:
- Use your credentials to access the portal.
- Update Profile: Fill in mandatory information.
- Scheme Selection:
- Select “Dr. Ambedkar Awas Yojana” from the available schemes.
- Fill Application: Complete the form with all required details and upload necessary documents.
- Submit Application: Save and submit. Note down the application number to track the status.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Caste Certificate.
- Ration Card.
- Annual Income Proof.
- Residence Proof (e.g., electricity bill, voter ID).
- Proof of Land Ownership (e.g., title deed).
- First Page of Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque.
- Death Certificate of Husband (if applicable).
- House Construction Certificate.
- Election ID Card.
- Photo of the plot/dilapidated house for construction.
- Self-Declaration.
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the scheme launched?
In 1999 by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Gujarat. - What is the financial assistance amount?
₹1,20,000/- for house construction, disbursed in three installments. - Who is eligible?
Economically weaker Scheduled Caste individuals from Gujarat with no prior benefits under other housing schemes. - Is there a timeline for construction completion?
Yes, construction must be completed within 2 years from the first installment. - Can I apply online?
Yes, applications are accepted through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal. - What are the annual income limits?
₹6,00,000/- for both urban and rural areas. - What if the construction cost exceeds the scheme assistance?
Beneficiaries must arrange for additional funds independently. - Does the scheme cover toilet construction?
Yes, assistance of ₹12,000/- is provided under other schemes if eligible.
Sources and References
- Official Website: e-Samaj Kalyan Portal
- Scheme Guidelines: Page 88 & Page 461 in Scheme Details.
- Contact: District Social Welfare Officer / Scheduled Caste Welfare Office.