PMAY Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) - LIG Housing
Primary Lending Institution:Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
Central interest subsidy of 6.5% on home loans up to ₹6 Lakh for Low Income Group households earning ₹3L–₹6L.
This loan requires the property to be in an approved society/project — self-constructed rural properties outside urban statutory authority master plans are strictly ineligible.
What is PMAY Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) - LIG Housing?
PMAY-U interest subsidy category for Low Income Group households earning ₹3 Lakh to ₹6 Lakh annually, providing 6.50% subvention on housing loans.
Key Benefits & Features
Up to ₹2,67,280 upfront interest relief; enables construction or purchase of larger homes up to 60 sq.m; mandatory female ownership protection.
6.50% upfront interest subsidy on principal up to ₹6 Lakh (Max subsidy ₹2.67 Lakh)
Property & Project Eligibility Requirements
Carpet area up to 60 sq. metres; urban master plan approved project; statutory building clearances.
Borrower Eligibility Criteria
Annual household income between ₹3,00,001 and ₹6,00,000; carpet area up to 60 sq.m; female ownership mandatory for new purchase.
How to Apply (3 Verified Paths)
Submit PMAY application claim with your home loan account number at your home branch.
Apply on bank website with PMAY subsidy box checked, supplying Aadhaar and income proof.
Submit home loan application along with PMAY affidavit at any scheduled commercial bank or HFC.
Documents Required Checklist
Income certificate or ITR / Form 16, Aadhaar cards of family, Self-declaration of no pucca house, Title deed and municipal approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carpet area limit for PMAY CLSS LIG?
The dwelling unit carpet area must not exceed 60 square metres (approx. 645 sq. ft.) to qualify for LIG interest subsidy.
Can the total home loan exceed ₹6 Lakh?
Yes. The borrower can avail a loan of any amount (e.g. ₹25 Lakh), but the 6.5% interest subsidy is strictly calculated on the first ₹6 Lakh of the loan principal.
Can self-employed individuals apply for CLSS LIG?
Yes, self-employed individuals with annual gross business income between ₹3 Lakh and ₹6 Lakh supported by ITR or revenue authority certificates are fully eligible.
Is there an age limit for PMAY CLSS?
The primary applicant must be at least 21 years of age, and loan maturity is capped at age 70.