House Subsidy Scheme | India Gov Schemes

Key facts

Benefit	₹1.3 lakh
Who	SC, OBC, Minority, Single Women, Handicapped
Income limit	₹3 lakh
Implemented by	Government of Himachal Pradesh
Application window	Open all year for eligible applicants.

Benefits

Eligible beneficiaries receive a one-time subsidy of ₹1,30,000 for constructing their houses, aimed at improving their living conditions.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹3,00,000/year
Category: SC, OBC, GEN
Resident of Himachal Pradesh
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Applicants must be residents of Himachal Pradesh and belong to Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Minority Communities, Single Women, or handicapped individuals. They should have an annual income below ₹3,00,000 and must not have previously availed of any similar subsidy.

How to apply

To apply for the House Subsidy Scheme, individuals must follow the designated application process through the concerned department or Gram Panchayat.

Obtain the application form from the relevant department or download it from the official website.
Complete the application form with required personal and income details.
Collect necessary documents including the Bonafide Himachali Certificate, income certificate, and others as specified.
Submit the filled application form along with all required documents to the concerned department or Gram Panchayat.
Wait for verification and approval from the authorities, after which the subsidy will be disbursed if eligible.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Bonafide Himachali Certificate of the couple
Scheduled Cast/Other Backward Classes/Minority Community/Single Women or Handicapped Certificate
Income Certificate
Revenue Papers (Record of Right – Parcha & Tatima)
Recommendation from the concerned Gram Panchayat
Certificate from the applicant that he/she is not availed any such subsidy earlier
Latest Photographs of the present house

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the House Subsidy Scheme?

Individuals from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, Minority Communities, Single Women, or handicapped, with an annual income below ₹3,00,000, can apply.

What documents are required for the application process?

Required documents include a Bonafide Himachali Certificate, Scheduled Cast/Other Backward Classes/Minority Community Certificate, Income Certificate, Revenue Papers, and a recommendation from the Gram Panchayat.

What is the subsidy amount provided under this scheme?

The scheme provides a one-time subsidy of ₹1,30,000 for house construction.

Can individuals from other states apply for this scheme?

No, only residents of Himachal Pradesh are eligible to apply for this scheme.

What is the maximum income limit for eligibility under this scheme?

The maximum annual income limit for eligibility is ₹3,00,000.

Can a person avail of this subsidy more than once?

No, individuals cannot avail of this subsidy more than once.

Key terms explained

SC / ST / OBC: Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.
Gram Panchayat: The elected local self-government at the village level, often the first point of verification or application for rural schemes.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.