Ramai Awas (Gharkul) Scheme for SC & Nav-Buddha (Urban and Rural)

Description
The scheme "Ramai Awas Gharkul Scheme for SC & Nav-Buddha Urban and Rural " is a housing scheme by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance of the Government of Maharashtra. The scheme aims to raise the standard of living of the individuals from the Scheduled Caste and Nav-Buddha communities residing in rural & urban areas of Maharashtra.

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Benefits
• The benefits vary with the area that the beneficiary resides in -
• Rural Area: ₹ 1,00,000/- (Beneficiary's share is Nil)
• Municipal Area: ₹ 1,50,000/- (Beneficiary's share is 7.5%)
• Municipal Corporation: ₹ 2,00,000/- (Beneficiary's share is 10%)

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should have lived for 15 years in Maharashtra.
2. The applicant&#39;s annual income limit is as under -
3. - For Rural Area, ₹1,00,000/- per annum.
4. - For Municipal Area, ₹1,50,000/- per annum.
5. - For Municipal Corporation, ₹2,00,000/- per annum.
6. Only one person in the family will get the benefit.
7. The applicant should have his/her own land
8. The applicant should not be receiving the benefits of any other housing scheme of the Government.
9. > **Reservation/Relaxation/Priority**
10. Priority will be given to applicants from the Below Poverty Line (BPL).

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) one of the following officers and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority -
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Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare Office
Project Director, District Rural Development Agency
District Council / Municipal Commissioner

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (i…
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NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Required Documents
• Residential / Domicile Certificate.
• Caste Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card
• Address Proof.
• Identity Card.
• Passport Size Photo.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What role does the Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare Office, play in the application process?
A: The Assistant Commissioner provides the prescribed application form and facilitates the submission process for applicants.

Q: What happens if an applicant does not meet the residential duration requirement of 15 years in Maharashtra?
A: Applicants not meeting this criterion are deemed ineligible for the scheme.

Q: How does the scheme ensure that the assistance provided reaches the most needy beneficiaries?
A: By prioritizing applicants from BPL families, the scheme ensures the most disadvantaged individuals receive assistance.

Q: How should applicants confirm that they have fulfilled all documentation requirements before submitting their application?
A: Applicants should cross-check that all mandatory documents are attached, self-attested if required, and in the correct format before submission.

Q: What documents are required to apply for the scheme, and should they be self-attested?
A: The required documents include a Residential/Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Address Proof, Identity Card, and Passport Size Photo. They may need to be self-attested.

Q: Where should an interested applicant visit to collect the prescribed application form for this scheme?
A: The applicant can visit the Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare Office, Project Director at the District Rural Development Agency, or the District Council/Municipal Commissioner.

Q: What priority criteria are considered while selecting beneficiaries under this scheme?
A: Priority is given to applicants from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.

Q: Does the applicant need to own land to qualify for the scheme, and why is this important?
A: Yes, the applicant must own land, as the scheme requires beneficiaries to construct houses on their own land.

Q: Is it possible for multiple members of the same family to apply for the scheme?
A: No, only one person per family is allowed to apply and benefit from the scheme.

Q: What is the annual income threshold for beneficiaries residing in municipal corporations to avail of the scheme benefits?
A: Applicants from municipal corporations must have an annual income not exceeding [?]2,00,000.

Q: What is the maximum annual income limit for applicants from municipal areas under this scheme?
A: The income limit for applicants from municipal areas is [?]1,50,000 per annum.