Rajiv Gandhi Basava Vasati Yojana 2026 (बसव वसति योजना), also known as Ashraya Yojana, is a flagship housing scheme by the Karnataka State Government. Implemented by Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation Limited (RGRHCL) since 2000, this scheme aims to provide affordable housing to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in rural and urban areas. Under this scheme, beneficiaries get financial and material support to build safe and permanent homes.
Overview: Rajiv Gandhi Basava Vasati Yojana – सिंहावलोकन: राजीव गांधी बसव वसति योजना
| Feature | Details |
| Scheme Name | Rajiv Gandhi Basava Vasati Yojana (Rajiv Gandhi Housing Scheme) |
| Launch Year | 2000 |
| Launched By | Karnataka State Government |
| Implemented By | RGRHCL |
| Target Beneficiaries | EWS & BPL Families |
| Objective | Affordable housing for rural & urban poor |
| Financial Assistance | Up to ₹1.5–2 lakh per family or 85% of construction cost |
| Application Process | Online via Ashraya Portal, submit required documents |
Objectives – उद्देश्यों
- Provide affordable housing to EWS families to achieve their dream of owning a home.
- Alleviate the housing crisis in Karnataka and improve living standards.
- Offer safe, pucca houses with basic facilities such as clean water, electricity, and sanitation.
- Focus on vulnerable groups including SC/ST/OBC, widows, disabled, elderly, and underprivileged families.
PM Yojana also aims to strengthen rural housing infrastructure and provide financial aid for construction materials.
Benefits of Rajiv Gandhi Basava Vasati Yojana – लाभ – बसव वसति योजना
- Beneficiaries receive housing support at reduced or no cost.
- Up to 85% of construction materials provided free for those with land or kutcha houses.
- Fast transfer of funds ensures timely construction.
- Provides basic facilities like electricity, clean water, and sanitation, improving living standards.
- Prioritized for underprivileged and vulnerable communities.
Eligibility Criteria – पात्रता
- Must be a permanent resident of Karnataka.
- Belong to EWS or BPL category.
- Rural family income ≤ ₹32,000/year; Urban ≤ ₹87,600/year.
- Should not own a pucca house anywhere in India.
- Must have land or reside in a kutcha house.
How to Apply Online – ऑनलाइन आवेदन प्रक्रिया
- Visit the official Ashraya Portal.
- Go to the Basava Vasati Yojana section and click “Apply Online”.
- Enter Aadhaar and verify via OTP.
- Fill in personal details (name, address, income, etc.).
- Upload required documents: Aadhaar, BPL card, caste certificate, etc.
- Submit the application and save the Acknowledgement Slip.
- Check application status using Beneficiary Code on the portal.
PM Yojana ensures a smooth online process for applicants and faster fund release.
Required Documents – आवश्यक दस्तावेज़
Identity Proof: Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN (optional), Driving License
Income Proof: Income Certificate
Address Proof: Ration Card, Electricity/Water Bill, Residence Certificate
Land/Property Documents: Land Ownership Proof, Inheritance Document, Bank Passbook linked to Aadhaar
Other Certificates: Caste, Widow, Disability, Senior Citizen Certificates
Photograph: Recent passport-size photo
Basava Vasati Yojana Status Check – आवेदन की स्थिति देखें
- Visit the Ashraya Portal.
- Click Beneficiary Information.
- Select district and enter Acknowledgement / Beneficiary Code.
- Your application or beneficiary list status will be displayed.
FAQs – सामान्य प्रश्न
Q1: How much financial assistance is given?
A1: Up to ₹1.5 lakh for construction of one house.
Q2: Who can apply?
A2: EWS, BPL families, SC/ST/OBC communities, and underprivileged households without pucca houses.
Q3: Can landowners apply?
A3: Yes, if they own only land and no pucca house.
Q4: How much support is provided?
A4: Up to 85% of construction materials free; financial aid varies by district.
Q5: What is the Indira Mane App?
A5: A mobile app for beneficiaries to upload construction progress and speed up fund release.
