PM Awas Yojana: First Installment Released for 75,000 Families – Check Payment Status Here

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PM Awas Yojana) aims to provide housing for the poor and underprivileged families across India. Currently, the second phase of this scheme (PM Awas Yojana 2.0) is underway, offering financial assistance to eligible rural and urban households. Recently, under this scheme, ₹300 crore has been disbursed as the first installment to 75,000 needy families.

Financial Assistance under the Scheme:

The state government has released ₹300 crore as the first installment for eligible beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G).

1. Landless beneficiaries are receiving ₹1.20 lakh for house construction.
2. Beneficiaries with land are being provided ₹40,000 as financial assistance.

Fulfilling the Dream of a Permanent Home:

The primary goal of this scheme is to provide permanent housing to economically weaker sections. Many poor families struggle to build homes due to financial constraints. However, this initiative is now turning their dream into reality. The government has directly transferred the funds via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiaries' bank accounts, enabling them to begin construction immediately.

Which States Have Benefited So Far?

As of now, the Bihar government has transferred the first installment to 75,000 eligible families under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin. The launch of this initiative was led by Bihar’s Rural Development Minister, Shravan Kumar, who reiterated the government’s commitment to providing permanent housing for every poor household. The announcement has brought immense joy to the beneficiaries, many of whom had been dreaming of their own home for years.

How to check if you’re First Installment Has Been Credited?

To check the payment status of your PMAY-G installment, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official PMAY-G website: https://pmayg.nic.in/
2. Click on "Stakeholders" in the menu bar.
3. Select "IAY / PMAYG Beneficiary".
4. The "Search Beneficiary Details" page will appear.
5. Enter your registration number and click on submit.
6. Your payment status will be displayed on the screen.

Alternative Offline Methods to Check Payment Status:

If you are unable to check online, you can verify your payment status through the following methods:

1. SMS Notification: Beneficiaries receive an SMS alert when the amount is credited to their bank account.
2. ATM Mini Statement: Visit an ATM and check your mini statement for payment details.
3. Passbook Update: Visit your bank branch and get your passbook updated for the latest transactions.

What to Do If the Amount Has Not Been Credited?

If you have not received the PM Awas Yojana installment, possible reasons could be Your bank account is not linked to Aadhaar. You have not completed the e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) process. Technical issues in fund transfer. In such cases, you can file a complaint or seek assistance through Project Director's Office. Chief Development Officer or District Appeal Committee. Government Helpline Number: 18001804042