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Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme

Comprehensive statewide municipal solid waste management scheme deploying 4,000+ electric hydraulic auto-tippers for 100% daily segregated doorstep garbage collection.

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Official Nodal Portal:cdma.ap.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–99 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹3,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Andhra Pradesh
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Free distribution of three color-coded dustbins (green for wet, blue for dry, red for hazardous) to 40 Lakh urban households, 100% daily door-to-door hydraulic garbage collection, and elimination of community garbage vats.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹1,400 Crore under Swachh Andhra Corporation

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 40 Lakh urban households and 123 urban local bodies covered

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 99 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹3,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:sanitation worker, safai karamchari, informal worker
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (cdma.ap.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    Municipal corporation / municipality assigns sanitary worker to 250 households.

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    Green, blue, and red bins handed over to household female head.

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    Daily morning collection via GPS-tracked hydraulic auto-tippers.

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    Wet waste processed at municipal decentralized compost plants.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Universal urban service across all municipal corporations, municipalities, and nagar panchayats.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What waste goes into the red bin?

Sanitary pads, diapers, expired medicines, broken glass, and household bio-medical waste must be segregated into the red hazardous bin.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How does the tracking of garbage tippers work?

All 4,097 CLAP auto-tippers are fitted with GPS transponders and monitored live from municipal Command Control Centers.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are rural major gram panchayats also included?

Yes, the CLAP Rural wing extends identical doorstep hydraulic collection to over 13,000 gram panchayats through electric tricycles.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme application status?

Application status for Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme can typically be tracked through the official portal at cdma.ap.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Universal urban service across all municipal corporations, municipalities, and nagar panchayats.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id295Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanitation Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 40 Lakh urban households and 123 urban local bodies covered (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹1,400 Crore under Swachh Andhra Corporation budget allocation
📅Running since 2021
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

295

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanita...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP) Urban Sanita...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Swachh Andhra Corporation (SAC)

Flat No. 101, Srinivasa Towers, Guru Nanak Colony, Vijayawada - 520008

Helpline: 0866-2456789

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Andhra Pradesh)

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Verification Metadata

Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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