Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 Eligibility Criteria, Guidelines PDF

Download PMAY Urban 2.0 Guidelines PDF | Check PMAY-U 2.0 Eligibility Criteria: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0. Under this PMAY Urban 2.0, one crore homes will be constructed in urban areas from 2024-25 to 2028-29. The union cabinet committee which approved 1 crore houses for urban poor and middle class families was presided over by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. In the next 5 years, central govt. will make an investment of Rs. 10 lakh crore in PMAY-U 2.0 with a government subsidy of Rs. 2.30 lakh crore. Read this article till the end to know what is the eligibility criteria for PMAY Urban 2.0. Also the direct link to download PMAY-U 2.0 guidelines is mentioned in this post. 

Also Read: How to Apply Online for PMAY Urban 2.0

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 Scope & Vision

PMAY Urban 2.0 is designed to extend financial assistance to urban poor and middle-class families for constructing, purchasing, or renting houses at affordable costs in urban areas. The new PMAY-U 2.0 scheme aligns with the Indian govt's vision to ensure that every citizen has access to a pucca house which would thereby enhance their quality of life.

Impact of PMAY-U 2.0 Scheme

The scheme aims to benefit 1 crore families, with a particular focus on equity among different segments of the population. Special attention will be given to marginalized groups, including slum dwellers, SC/STs, minorities, widows, persons with disabilities, and other underprivileged sections of society. Additionally, groups like Safai Karmi, street vendors, artisans, anganwadi workers, and residents of slums/chawls will receive focused support under this scheme. 

PM Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of India.
• PMAY-U 2.0 scheme is open to families belonging to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS), Low Income Group (LIG), and Middle Income Group (MIG) segments. 
• The income criteria for eligibility are as follows:
• EWS households: Annual income up to ₹3 lakh.
• LIG households: Annual income from ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh.
• MIG households: Annual income from ₹6 lakh to ₹9 lakh.
• Applicants must not own a pucca house anywhere in the country.

Also Read: PMAY Urban 2.0 List

Components of PMAY Urban 2.0

The scheme includes the following key verticals to address the housing needs in urban areas:-

1. Beneficiary-Led Construction (BLC)

Financial assistance will be provided to eligible EWS families to construct new houses on their own available vacant land. States/UTs may also provide land rights (pattas) to landless beneficiaries.

2. Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP)

This component provides financial assistance to EWS beneficiaries for owning houses constructed in partnership with States/UTs, cities, public, and private agencies. Additional grants, such as the Technology Innovation Grant (TIG) of ₹1,000 per sqm/unit, will be provided for projects using innovative construction technologies.

3. Affordable Rental Housing (ARH)

This vertical focuses on creating rental housing for working women, industrial workers, urban migrants, and other eligible beneficiaries. The ARH vertical will be implemented through two models: utilizing existing government-funded vacant houses and constructing new rental housing units. TIG of ₹3,000 per sqm will be provided for projects using innovative technologies.

4. Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS)

The ISS vertical offers a 4% interest subsidy on home loans up to ₹25 lakh for EWS/LIG and MIG families. The subsidy will be provided in five yearly installments, with a maximum subsidy of ₹1.80 lakh.

Funding Mechanism for PMAY Urban 2.0 Scheme

The cost of house construction under PMAY-U 2.0 will be shared among the Ministry, State/UT/ULBs, and beneficiaries, with varying cost-sharing patterns depending on the region. The sharing pattern is tabulated below:-

Additionally, the Credit Risk Guarantee Fund Trust (CRGFT) corpus has been increased from ₹1,000 crore to ₹3,000 crore to support affordable housing loans.

Also Read: Check PMAY Urban Application Status

Technology & Innovation Sub-Mission (TISM) under PMAY-U 2.0

A TISM will be established under PMAY-U 2.0 to guide the adoption of modern, innovative, and green technologies for faster and higher-quality construction of houses. This initiative will promote disaster-resistant and climate-smart housing solutions across India.

States/UTs are required to formulate an "Affordable Housing Policy" that includes reforms and incentives to encourage public and private sector participation in the affordable housing ecosystem. This policy will play a crucial role in improving housing affordability and achieving the scheme’s objectives.

The PMAY-U 2.0 is a transformative initiative aimed at realizing the vision of "Housing for All." By addressing the housing needs of EWS, LIG, and MIG segments, the scheme seeks to uplift the lives of millions of Indian citizens, ensuring that every individual has access to safe, secure, and affordable housing.

PMAY Urban 1.0 Guidelines (Updated) - https://pmay-urban.gov.in/uploads/guidelines/62381c744c188-Updated-guidelines-of-PMAY-U.pdf

PMAY Urban 2.0 Guidelines PDF: PMAY-U 2.0 Draft Concept Note

For more details on PMAY Urban 2.0, visit the official website https://pmay-urban.gov.in/