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Documents required for PMAY (Gramin + Urban) application

Direct answer. PMAY-G applies to rural beneficiaries from SECC 2011 list; PMAY-U for urban EWS/LIG/MIG. Documents: SECC inclusion proof (rural) + Aadhaar + land documents (rural) OR address proof (urban) + bank account + income certificate (urban). Apply via BDO (rural) or CMO (urban).

Mandatory documents

Optional / situational documents

Specifications + key rules

Where to apply

BDO (Block Development Officer) for PMAY-G; Municipal Commissioner / Town Planning for PMAY-U. Online via pmaymis.gov.in (urban) or awaassoft.nic.in (rural).

→ Official source: https://pmaymis.gov.in/Open/EligibilityCriteria.pdf

If you don't have all documents

If PMAY application is rejected or instalment delayed, file RTI to BDO/CMO for SECC eligibility + beneficiary list + instalment history + reason for hold.

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Frequently asked questions

Am I eligible for PMAY-G if not in SECC 2011?

Generally no — but Maharashtra, TN, AP have post-SECC mechanisms. Check your state.

PMAY-U sub-scheme — which to apply for?

CSMC if buying home with loan; BLC if building on own land; ISSR if slum-dweller.

PMAY-G: when do I get the money?

Rs. 1.2 lakh in 3-4 stages: 25% on sanction, 25% on foundation, 25% on lintel, 25% on completion + geo-tag.

Can I get PMAY for upgrading my existing kutcha house?

Yes — PMAY-G covers upgradation of kutcha/semi-kutcha to pucca. Documents include current house photos.

NRI eligible?

No — PMAY for Indian residents only.

Summary + next steps

  1. Gather mandatory documents above before applying — saves a re-visit
  2. Apply via official portal (link above) — no agent needed
  3. Track status: see our status-check guides
  4. If rejected for “documents inadequate”: request specific deficiency under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
  5. For state-specific guidance: see state portals directory

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Sources

Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.