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Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers)

Subsidized, dignified rental housing with water and electricity for urban migrants and industrial workers supporting beneficiaries across All India.

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Official Nodal Portal:arhc.mohua.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–65 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹3,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Converts existing government funded vacant housing into Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHCs) or constructs new dormitories through concessionaires to provide dignified, clean rental rooms with 24x7 water and power at subsidized monthly rents (₹1,000 to ₹3,000/month).
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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

₹600 Crore ARHC technology innovation and operational grant

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 85,000 urban migrant workers provided affordable rental lodging

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 65 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹3,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:migrant worker, construction worker, industrial labourer, hospitality staff
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Urban migrant or poor industrial worker seeking temporary or medium-term rental lodging near workplace.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(2)

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.

🛡️Civic Research Desk • Rejection Prevention⚠️ Loan / Survey Quota Scheme

Avoid Pre-Application Document Rejections for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers)

Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) 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

* Notice: We provide pre-application document checklists only; loan sanction rests solely with official lending banks.

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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
•2 mandatory document 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 (arhc.mohua.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

    Enrol with the ARHC concessionaire or municipal housing desk.

  2. 2

    Employer or trade union endorses migrant worker status.

  3. 3

    Allotment of single bed dormitory or family room with lease agreement.

✅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-migrant permanent city residents or commercial enterprise usage.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: arhc.mohua.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 utilities like water and electricity included in the rental complex?

Yes, basic community water, sewer, and security amenities are provided within the complex.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers). Age: min 18 max 65 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹3,00,000. Conditions: Urban migrant or poor industrial worker seeking temporary or medium-term rental lodging near workplace..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers)?

Under official guidelines for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers), beneficiaries are entitled to: Converts existing government funded vacant housing into Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHCs) or constructs new dormitories through concessionaires to provide dignified, clean rental rooms with 24x7 water and power at subsidized monthly rents (₹1,000 to ₹3,000/month).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers)? What is the official process?

To apply for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Enrol with the ARHC concessionaire or municipal housing desk. 2. Employer or trade union endorses migrant worker status. 3. Allotment of single bed dormitory or family room with lease agreement.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) application status?

Application status for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) can typically be tracked through the official portal at arhc.mohua.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 Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) 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 Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) 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-migrant permanent city residents or commercial enterprise usage.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06short_descriptionSubsidized, dignified rental housing with water and electricity for urban migrants and industrial workers supporting beneficiaries across All India.Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant Workers) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous tenancy intake across notified industrial cities

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 24d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 85,000 urban migrant workers provided affordable rental lodging (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹600 Crore ARHC technology innovation and operational grant budget allocation
📅Running since 2020
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

cs

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_description

Subsidized, dignified rental housing with water and electricity for urban migran...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHC for Migrant W...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

ARHC Division, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi 110011

Helpline: 011-23063285

Jurisdiction: Central (All India)

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

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