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PMAY Eligibility Calculator — Calculations & Slabs for FY 2026-27

Check whether your income category (EWS/LIG/MIG-I/II), housing status, and Aadhaar-linked bank account meet the PMAY-Urban 2.0 eligibility criteria for the housing subsidy.

Eligibility rules last verified: June 2026 | Source: pmaymis.gov.in

1. PMAY Specifications

How to Apply — Step by Step

A clear guide to help you complete your PMAY-Urban 2.0 online application and claim your housing subsidy.

Application steps last verified: July 2026 | Source: pmaymis.gov.in

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Open the PMAY-U Portal

    Go to the official PMAY Urban 2.0 portal at pmaymis.gov.in.

  2. 2

    Choose Your Housing Scheme Component

    Click on the "Citizen Assessment" or "Apply Online" menu. Select the vertical that matches your situation: BLC (Beneficiary-Led Construction), AHP (Affordable Housing), ISSR (Slum Rehabilitation), or BLBC.

  3. 3

    Authenticate Using Aadhaar

    Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click the "Check" button. The portal will verify your identity directly through UIDAI's service. Once verified, proceed to the main application form.

  4. 4

    Fill in the Application Form

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    Steps beyond this point require Aadhaar authentication to proceed. Described below from official portal instructions:

    • Enter your name, date of birth, category (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General), gender, and religion.
    • Enter annual household income and select the income category (EWS/LIG/MIG).
    • Enter your current address and the state/city where you plan to own your home.
    • Fill in your bank account number, IFSC code, and account type.
  5. 5

    Upload Documents and Submit

    Upload scanned copies of: Aadhaar card, Income certificate, Land documents (for BLC), bank passbook, and the completed Annexure-I self-declaration form. Review all details, agree to the declaration, and click the Submit button.

Track Application & Grievances

You can check your application status on the PMAY-U portal under the "Track Your Assessment Status" option. Your application will first be verified by your local Urban Local Body (ULB), then forwarded to the state level for final processing. For grievances, register on the portal's helpdesk at pmaymis.gov.in or call the toll-free helpline at 1800-11-3377.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the new PMAY-U 2.0 scheme?

PMAY-U 2.0 is the revised urban housing scheme launched in late 2024 to provide interest subsidies and financial grants to EWS, LIG, and MIG families. It offers a 4.0% interest subsidy on home loans up to ₹25 Lakh for properties valued up to ₹35 Lakh, with a maximum subsidy benefit of ₹1.80 Lakh.

Who is considered a family under the PMAY scheme?

A beneficiary family comprises a husband, wife, unmarried sons, and/or unmarried daughters. To be eligible, no member of the beneficiary family should own a pucca house in their name in any part of India. This ensures full compliance with the latest regulations, allowing you to estimate values correctly and avoid common filing errors.

Is female co-ownership mandatory for PMAY-Urban?

Yes. For houses constructed or acquired under the EWS and LIG categories, female ownership or co-ownership is generally mandatory, except in cases of new construction on pre-owned land or single male applicants (widowers/physically challenged). This ensures full compliance with the latest regulations, allowing you to estimate values correctly and avoid common filing errors.

How is the subsidy disbursed under PMAY-U 2.0?

Under PMAY-U 2.0, the interest subsidy is not paid as a single lump-sum upfront. Instead, the maximum subsidy of ₹1.80 Lakh is credited to the beneficiary's loan account in 5 annual installments via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), which directly reduces the outstanding principal.

Where can I verify the source data for this calculator?

You can verify the values against the official notifications listed in our data sources section at the bottom of the page.

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About This Calculator

Target Audience: Salaried taxpayers, investors & retirees planning Indian tax & wealth growth

What Does This Calculator Do?

This PM Awas Yojana (PMAY) Eligibility Calculator checks if you qualify for urban or rural housing subsidies under the latest PMAY-U 2.0 and PMAY-G schemes. It calculates your income category (EWS, LIG, MIG), projects your interest subsidy under the Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS), and estimates your monthly EMI savings.

How to Use It

  1. Location: Select Urban or Rural based on your location.
  2. Household Income: Input the combined annual income of all family members.
  3. Property Details: Input your estimated home loan amount and property value.
  4. Primary Exclusions: Confirm if you or your family owns any other *pucca* house in India.

The Logic Explained Simply

  • The Concept: PMAY provides financial assistance and interest subsidies to help families own their first home. Under the new PMAY-U 2.0, eligible EWS/LIG/MIG families receive a 4.0% interest subsidy on the first ₹8 Lakh of their housing loan (for properties worth up to ₹35 Lakh and loans up to ₹25 Lakh), saving up to ₹1.80 Lakh over the tenure.
  • The Formula:
  • Net Interest Rate = Standard Bank Rate (e.g., 8.5%) - 4.0% (Subsidy Rate) = 4.5% on the subsidized portion of the loan (up to ₹8 Lakh).
  • The interest subsidy is credited in 5 annual installments.

Real-World Calculation Breakdown

For example, a family earning ₹4,50,000/year (LIG category) takes a housing loan of ₹15,000,000 for 15 years at an 8.5% interest rate.

  • Since they do not own a pucca house, they are ELIGIBLE for PMAY-U 2.0.
  • They receive a 4.0% interest subsidy on the first ₹8,00,000 of their loan.
  • This results in a total subsidy benefit of ₹1,80,000, lowering their monthly EMI by approx. ₹1,800/month on the subsidized portion.

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