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Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection)

Free functional household tap connection providing 70 litres/capita/day of treated potable drinking water in Bihar under official nodal ministry guidelines.

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Official Nodal Portal:phed.bih.nic.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–99 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Bihar
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Bihar
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides 100% free plumbing and tap connection right inside the household courtyard, delivering 70 litres per capita per day of clean, treated, microbiologically safe piped drinking water directly to rural and urban homes with zero connection fee.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹4,500 Crore state drinking water infrastructure outlay

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1.6 Crore households provided clean tap water connections

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 99 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:rural resident, homemaker, household head
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Resident household located in any village, tola, or ward across the state of Bihar.

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Required Documents Checklist

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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

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

How to Apply

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    Enrolment is universal across all rural wards through the Ward Implementation and Management Committee (WIMC).

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    Water pipeline laid to the doorstep and meter/tap installed by Public Health Engineering Department (PHED).

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    Regular water supply tested for iron, arsenic, fluoride, and bacterial contamination.

✅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

Non-resident household or unauthorized tampering with main pipeline.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: phed.bih.nic.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 monthly user charge for the piped water supply?

A nominal maintenance charge of ₹30 per month is collected by the Gram Panchayat for electricity and pump upkeep.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection). Age: min 18 max 99 years. Conditions: Resident household located in any village, tola, or ward across the state of Bihar..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection)? What is the official process?

To apply for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Enrolment is universal across all rural wards through the Ward Implementation and Management Committee (WIMC). 2. Water pipeline laid to the doorstep and meter/tap installed by Public Health Engineering Department (PHED). 3. Regular water supply tested for iron, arsenic, fluoride, and bacterial c...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What documents are required to apply for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection)?

The mandatory documents required for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) include: Aadhaar Card of Household Head, Electricity Consumer Number or Ration Card, Ward Member Verification Slip. Applicants must ensure all copies are valid and attested.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) application status?

Application status for Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) can typically be tracked through the official portal at phed.bih.nic.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 Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) 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 Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) 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

Non-resident household or unauthorized tampering with main pipeline.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id386Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_descriptionFree functional household tap connection providing 70 litres/capita/day of treated potable drinking water in Bihar under official nodal ministry guidelines.Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water Supply Connection) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous operation and maintenance service across all 1.14 Lakh rural wards

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1.6 Crore households provided clean tap water connections (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹4,500 Crore state drinking water infrastructure outlay budget allocation
📅Running since 2016
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

386

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_description

Free functional household tap connection providing 70 litres/capita/day of treat...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal (Individual Household Piped Water S...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Government of Bihar

Vishwesharaiya Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna 800015

Helpline: 1800-345-6677

Jurisdiction: Bihar

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-26 against official government documentation.

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