National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)
Comprehensive national air quality management strategy targeting 20% to 40% reduction in particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) across 131 non-attainment cities by 2026.
₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown
📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach
Rs. 19,612 Crore (allocated under NCAP and 15th Finance Commission million-plus city air grants)
Official Budget Document ↗Improving ambient air quality for over 35 Crore citizens across 131 cities
As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗Verified Eligibility Criteria
131 non-attainment cities across 24 states and UTs exceeding National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for 5 consecutive years.
Required Documents Checklist
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Mandatory Documents(2)
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How to Apply
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Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) formulate City Clean Air Action Plans identifying local emission hotspots.
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Action plans approved by State Level Steering Committee headed by the Chief Secretary.
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Ministry of Environment and CPCB approve annual targets and disburse funds directly via the PRANA portal.
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Municipalities execute dust control, green buffer development, and industrial emission monitoring.
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Central performance incentives released based on annual percentage reduction in PM10 concentrations.
✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist
⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These
City not included in CPCB non-attainment list, or failure to upload verified ambient air monitoring sensor data on PRANA.
Official Government Application Portal
You will be redirected to the secure official portal: prana.cpcb.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 a "Non-Attainment City" under NCAP?
A non-attainment city is one that consistently failed to meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for PM10 or NO2 over a period of 5 consecutive years.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗What is the PRANA portal?
PRANA (Portal for Regulation of Air-pollution in Non-Attainment cities) is a tracking portal that monitors the physical and financial implementation of clean air actions across all 131 cities.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗What target has the government set for clean air under NCAP?
The government has updated the target under NCAP to achieve up to a 40% reduction or meet national ambient air quality standards in particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) concentrations by 2025-26.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Who is eligible to apply for National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). Conditions: 131 non-attainment cities across 24 states and UTs exceeding National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for 5 consecutive years..
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can I track my National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) application status?
Application status for National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) can typically be tracked through the official portal at prana.cpcb.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 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) 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 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) 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
City not included in CPCB non-attainment list, or failure to upload verified ambient air monitoring sensor data on PRANA.
Editorial Verification & Change Log
| Date | Field | Description / Update | Source Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | scheme_type | cs | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-17 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of NCAP 131 non-attainment cities, 40% PM reduction target by 2026, and PRANA portal. | Official Source ↗ |
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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline
Baseline verification of NCAP 131 non-attainment cities, 40% PM reduction target...
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) - Air Quality Management Division
Parivesh Bhawan, East Arjun Nagar, Delhi 110032
Helpline: 011-43102030
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