Extension of Deadline for Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and Essential Details You Should Be Aware Of
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), a central government initiative aimed at ensuring "Housing for All" by 2025, has recently witnessed an extension in its registration deadline. This update offers a valuable opportunity for more citizens to apply for the scheme and secure affordable housing.
### Current Situation
The extension applies to both PMAY Urban (PMAY-U) and PMAY Gramin (PMAY-G), the two components of the scheme catering to urban and rural areas respectively. The new deadline for completing houses sanctioned by March 31, 2022, under PMAY-U has been extended to December 31, 2025 [3]. Although the specifics of PMAY-G's extension are not as detailed, it remains an integral part of the broader "Housing for All" initiative.
### Revised Deadline
The PMAY registration deadline has also been extended to December 31, 2025, for both urban and rural beneficiaries [1][3]. This means that eligible individuals and families across India now have more time to apply for the scheme and secure financial assistance to build, purchase, or upgrade their homes.
### State-Wise Approvals
Recent approvals under PMAY-U 2.0 have been significant, with over 2.35 lakh houses being approved for construction in nine states: Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh on June 18, 2022 [3].
### Eligibility and Application Process
The PMAY scheme is open to various income groups, with specific criteria for urban and rural areas. For instance, PMAY-U covers households with annual incomes ranging from ₹3 lakh (EWS) to ₹18 lakh (MIG-II), while PMAY-G targets families listed in the SECC database without a pucca house [1][2].
Applicants can apply for PMAY online or offline, requiring documents such as Aadhaar cards, income proofs, and bank account details linked to Aadhaar [3].
In conclusion, the extended PMAY registration deadline offers a valuable opportunity for eligible families to secure affordable housing. With the deadline now extended to December 31, 2025, it is the ideal time for interested individuals and families to apply for PMAY and take a step towards owning a home.
The extension of the PMAY registration deadline provides a significant opportunity for individuals and businesses to apply for financial assistance under the scheme, as it now applies to both urban and rural beneficiaries, with the new deadline set to December 31, 2025. This extension offers a chance for eligible families to secure affordable housing solutions and contribute to the broader "Housing for All" initiative.