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Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam)

Digital land governance and citizen rights mission providing permanent freehold land settlement pattas to indigenous families occupying government land for decades, streamlining land revenue services in Assam.

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Official Nodal Portal:basundhara.assam.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–80 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Assam
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Assam
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Permanent ownership Land Patta (freehold settlement) for eligible indigenous families occupying land for over 3 generations, digital mutation, conversion of Eksona land to periodic Patta at 50% concession, and partition of ancestral land.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹150 Crore digital governance allocation

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 2.5 Lakh families received land ownership pattas

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 80 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:landholder, farmer, homestead occupant, rural citizen
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 Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(4)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (3/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•4 mandatory supporting documents required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (basundhara.assam.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.
  1. 1

    Apply online via Basundhara Portal (basundhara.assam.gov.in) with RTPS tracking.

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    Field survey and drone polygon boundary verification by Lot Mandal and Circle Officer.

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    Public notice and verification of 3-generation indigenous lineage.

  4. 4

    Digital Land Patta issued and signed electronically by District Commissioner.

✅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

Encroachment on protected wetlands, PGR/VGR grazing reserves, forest lands, or inability to prove 3-generation domicile.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: basundhara.assam.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

What is the main benefit of Mission Basundhara?

It grants permanent legal land titles (Periodic Patta) to indigenous families who have resided on government land for generations.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can grazing reserves or forest lands be settled?

No, settlement is strictly prohibited on Protected Forest, VGR (Village Grazing Reserve), and water bodies.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How can citizens track their land application?

Applicants can track status online in real time using their RTPS application reference number on the portal.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) application status?

Application status for Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) can typically be tracked through the official portal at basundhara.assam.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 Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) 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 Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) 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

Encroachment on protected wetlands, PGR/VGR grazing reserves, forest lands, or inability to prove 3-generation domicile.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id408Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Assam) 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🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 2.5 Lakh families received land ownership pattas (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹150 Crore digital governance allocation 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

408

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Ass...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mission Basundhara Land Rights & Settlement Scheme (Ass...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Revenue & Disaster Management Department

F-Block, Janata Bhawan, Dispur, Guwahati 781006

Helpline: 0361-2237250

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Assam)

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Verification Metadata

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

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