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Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)" provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to the people belonging to Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.

Who can apply

Applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.; Applicant must belong to the [Nomadic Tribe (NT)/ Denotified Tribe (DNT)](https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/Draft%20List%20of%20Denotified%20Tribes%20for%20Mail.pdf). - Applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How is the approved financial assistance amount disbursed to the selected beneficiaries?

Once approved, the financial assistance is directly transferred to the beneficiary's registered bank account.

What is the objective of the "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)" scheme?

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)" provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to the people belonging to Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes for house construction.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

Applicant belongs to the Nomadic Tribe (NT) or Denotified Tribe (DNT) are eligible to apply for this scheme.

What kind of financial support is provided under this housing scheme?

The scheme offers a financial assistance amount of up to ₹1,20,000/- to eligible beneficiaries for the construction of their own house on legally owned or allotted land.

Is there an income criterion for availing the benefits under the scheme?

Yes, the scheme is applicable only to individuals whose total annual family income does not exceed ₹6,00,000/-, as verified through relevant income certificates or government records.

Is the scheme available to female applicants and individuals of all genders?

Yes, the scheme is gender-neutral and welcomes applications from all eligible individuals regardless of their gender, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.

Is preference given to certain groups during the beneficiary selection process?

Yes, priority is given to individuals who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, Most Backward Classes, and particularly vulnerable sections within the NT/DNT communities.

What is the official method for submitting the application for this scheme?

All applications must be submitted online through the official portal of eSamajKalyan, which can be accessed at: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.

Does the applicant need to pay any fee while submitting the online application?

No, the application process is completely free of cost, and no fees are charged for submitting the application form online.

What documents are required to be uploaded during the application process?

Applicants are required to upload several documents, including their Aadhaar Card, bank passbook or cancelled cheque, land allotment letter or house order, income proof, building permission letter, title deed or sanad deed, and a map of the land area signed by the Talati cum Mantri.