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Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes)

Direct grant of ₹1.2 Lakh (rural) to ₹2.5 Lakh (urban) to build permanent pucca houses for homeless tribal families in Maharashtra.

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Official Nodal Portal:tribal.maharashtra.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 21–75 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹2,50,000⚖ All genders🏛 st📍 Maharashtra
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides direct grant-in-aid of ₹1,20,000 for rural tribal areas and up to ₹2,50,000 for urban areas, along with 90 days MGNREGA wages and Swachh Bharat toilet assistance to construct earthquake-resistant 269 sq.ft pucca homes.
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PMAY Housing Benefits — Urban 2.0 Subsidy & Gramin Assistance

Urban 2.0 interest subvention (up to ₹1.80 Lakh) & Gramin pucca housing direct DBT grant

UP TO ₹1.80L SUBSIDY
🏢 PMAY-Urban 2.0 (Home Loan Subsidy)4.0% Subvention
₹1,80,000

4.0% interest subsidy on home loans up to ₹8 Lakh, credited in 5 annual tranches of ₹36,000 to loan account.

🏡 PMAY-Gramin (Pucca Housing Grant)100% Grant
₹1,56,300 – ₹1,69,550

₹1.20L/₹1.30L unit DBT + ₹24.3k MGNREGS wage convergence + ₹12,000 Swachh Bharat toilet grant.

Mandatory ownership requirement: Home must be owned solely or jointly by the female head of household.Open PMAY Subsidy & EMI Calculator→

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹950 Crore tribal housing welfare corpus

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 2.2 Lakh tribal homes constructed across Palghar, Gadchiroli, and Nandurbar

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:21 to 75 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹2,50,000 per annum
Target Occupations:tribal resident, forest dweller, marginal farmer
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:st
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Homeless Scheduled Tribe family residing in Maharashtra with annual income up to ₹1,00,000 (rural) or ₹2,50,000 (urban).

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

Check off as ready
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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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Avoid Pre-Application Document Rejections for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes)

Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) involves specialized bank appraisals, CIBIL eligibility, or survey quotas. Avoid paying unverified agents or cyber cafe fees — get an independent pre-application document audit and verified checklist.

  • ✓Valid issuing authority rules (Tehsildar/SDM)
  • ✓Aadhaar-DBT bank seeding verification
  • ✓Direct official portal guide (no middlemen)
  • ✓Email delivery in 1–2 hrs during desk hours

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (2/10)
•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 (tribal.maharashtra.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

    Submit housing application to Project Officer, Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP).

  2. 2

    Gram Sabha verifies forest rights patta (FRA) or tribal land title and approves beneficiary list.

  3. 3

    Grants disbursed in 4 stage-wise geo-tagged tranches: foundation, plinth, lintel, and roof completion.

✅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-tribal family, already possessing a pucca RCC house, or unauthorized forest encroachment.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: tribal.maharashtra.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.

Are forest title holders under FRA eligible for Shabari Gharkul?

Yes, families who have received residential pattas under the Forest Rights Act 2006 are fully eligible.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes)?

Under official guidelines for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes), beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides direct grant-in-aid of ₹1,20,000 for rural tribal areas and up to ₹2,50,000 for urban areas, along with 90 days MGNREGA wages and Swachh Bharat toilet assistance to construct earthquake-resistant 269 sq.ft pucca homes.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes)? What is the official process?

To apply for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Submit housing application to Project Officer, Integrated Tribal Development Project (ITDP). 2. Gram Sabha verifies forest rights patta (FRA) or tribal land title and approves beneficiary list. 3. Grants disbursed in 4 stage-wise geo-tagged tranches: foundation, plinth, lintel, and roof completio...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What documents are required to apply for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes)?

The mandatory documents required for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) include: Scheduled Tribe Certificate and Caste Validity, Forest Rights Act (FRA) Patta or Village Land Record, Aadhaar Card and Bank Account Passbook. Applicants must ensure all copies are valid and attested.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) application status?

Application status for Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) can typically be tracked through the official portal at tribal.maharashtra.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 Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) 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 Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) 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-tribal family, already possessing a pucca RCC house, or unauthorized forest encroachment.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id390Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tribes) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

⚖Compare with Similar Schemes

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous application processing through ITDP project offices

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 24d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 2.2 Lakh tribal homes constructed across Palghar, Gadchiroli, and Nandurbar (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹950 Crore tribal housing welfare corpus budget allocation
📅Running since 2013
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G)

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

390

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Shabari Gharkul Yojana (Housing Scheme for Scheduled Tr...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra

Adivasi Vikas Bhawan, Nashik 422002

Helpline: 1800-267-0007

Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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