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UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant

Uttar Pradesh rural drinking water scheme providing training, toolkits, and financial grants to village water and sanitation committees (VWSC) for piped water maintenance.

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Official Nodal Portal:swsm.up.gov.in
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of India
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Funds and trains 5 women in each Gram Panchayat as Field Testing Kit (FTK) water quality checkers, provides specialized plumbing/electrical repair toolkits to rural youth (Jal Doot), and allocates monthly maintenance grants to Village Water & Sanitation Committees (VWSC) to ensure zero interruption in functional household tap connections (FHTC).

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹2,100 Crore operational fund under State Water & Sanitation Mission (SWSM UP)

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Supplying clean piped drinking water to over 2.2 Crore rural households across UP

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:Rural Resident, Villager, Women SHG Member, Plumber
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

All rural households and village water management committees across Uttar Pradesh.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(1)

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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.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•1 mandatory document 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 (swsm.up.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.
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    Eligibility & Prerequisite Verification: Verify specific eligibility criteria, income ceilings, and category qualifications as notified in the official guidelines. Ensure the applicant's mobile number is linked with Aadhaar and an active bank account.

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    Portal Registration & Onboarding: Navigate to the official portal (swsm.up.gov.in) or designated facilitation counter. Village Water and Sanitation Committee (VWSC) formed under Gram Panchayat.

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    Application Form Submission: Complete the online application form with accurate demographic, socioeconomic, educational, and bank account details (IFSC and account number).

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    Mandatory Document Upload: Upload self-attested scanned copies of required documents including Aadhaar card, residence/domicile certificate, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photographs.

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    Field Inspection & Departmental Scrutiny: Women SHG members trained at block level in water testing with FTK kits. Designated authorities review documents and conduct physical verification if mandated by scheme rules.

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    Sanction & Fund Release: Certified plumber and pump operator appointed per village scheme. Disbursement is routed securely via DBT through PFMS directly to the approved beneficiary.

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    Tracking & Grievance Redressal: Applicants can track their application progress using the generated reference/application ID on the portal. In case of discrepancies or delays, grievances can be lodged via the official departmental helpline or CM/CPGRAMS grievance portal.

✅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-applicable.

Official Government Application Portal

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Who tests the water quality in rural UP villages?

Five trained women from each Gram Panchayat regularly test water samples for contamination using government-supplied chemical Field Testing Kits (FTK).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the toll-free helpline for broken rural water pipes?

Citizens can report piped water leaks and pump breakdowns on the 24x7 state water helpline 1800-121-6545.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How many rural homes in UP now have tap water connections?

Over 2.2 Crore rural families have received Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC), with 100% saturation in Bundelkhand and Vindhyan districts.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant. Conditions: All rural households and village water management committees across Uttar Pradesh..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant application status?

Application status for UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant can typically be tracked through the official portal at swsm.up.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 UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant 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 UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant 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-applicable.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id150Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Protocol Grant guidelines, eligibility, and state portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous operation and maintenance protocol under State Water and Sanitation Mission

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceVerified (95%)

Verified 28d ago from official source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

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How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Supplying clean piped drinking water to over 2.2 Crore rural households across UP (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹2,100 Crore operational fund under State Water & Sanitation Mission (SWSM UP) budget allocation
📅Running since 2022
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

150

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2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of UP Har Ghar Jal Community Operation & Maintenance Proto...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

State Water & Sanitation Mission (SWSM), Namami Gange & Rural Water Supply UP

6 Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001

Helpline: 0522-2287474

Jurisdiction: State (Uttar Pradesh)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-21 against official government documentation.

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