Buying a house is a dream for everyone. People work hard to purchase their own homes. However, many people in the country are still financially underprivileged and are unable to build or own a house due to their circumstances.
To make such dreams a reality and provide financial assistance, the Government of India has introduced the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Recently, a significant change was made to the scheme with the launch of a mobile application.
Online Application for PMAY
Until now, applications for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana could only be submitted offline. However, with the introduction of a new mobile application, people can now apply online for the scheme. The mobile app released by the central government is called Awas Plus 2024. With this application, you can easily apply for a house under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
Online Registration for PMAY:
The Awas Plus 2024 app is available on the Google Play Store, and you should download it only from there. Once downloaded, you can access details about the application process, scheme guidelines, and the list of beneficiaries. Applicants are required to submit the necessary information and documents through the app. After submission, the authorities will verify the details, and if eligible, the government will transfer funds directly to your bank account.
What are the key features of the scheme?
- Objective: The primary goal of PMAY is to ensure that every family living below the poverty line has access to proper housing.
- Target Beneficiaries: The revised PMAY 2.0 aims to provide affordable housing to:
- Middle-class families in urban areas
- Residents of slum areas
- Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Minorities, widows, and differently-abled individuals
- Sanitation workers, street vendors, artisans, and Anganwadi workers
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for assistance under PMAY 2.0, the applicant must not own a pucca (permanent) house anywhere in the country. By submitting the required documents and meeting the eligibility criteria, you can take advantage of this special government initiative.