Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing) — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Ashraya Yojana Karnataka 2026 — Free Houses for BPL Families (Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing) | ashraya.karnataka.gov.in |
| State | Karnataka (कर्नाटक) |
| Launched By | Government of Karnataka |
| Launch Year | 1996 |
| Benefit | Free pucca house (325 sq ft, 2 rooms) + toilet + electricity connection — for BPL houseless families — no repayment required |
| Category | Housing |
| Beneficiaries | 40 lakh+ houses constructed since inception |
| Last Verified | 2 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://ashraya.karnataka.gov.in |
What is Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)?
Ashraya Yojana (officially Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation Karnataka — RGRHCL) is Karnataka Government's flagship housing scheme providing free pucca houses to houseless BPL (Below Poverty Line) families in rural and urban areas. Eligible families receive 2-room houses (approximately 325 sq ft) along with toilet (SBM linked), electricity connection, and basic amenities. The scheme works in convergence with PM Awas Yojana — Gramin and Urban. The state government contributes additionally over and above PMAY. Priority is given to SC/ST families, single women, differently-abled, and landless families. Over 40 lakh houses constructed since inception. The corpus is managed by RGRHCL under the Housing Department.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Free pucca house (325 sq ft, 2 rooms) + toilet + electricity connection — for BPL houseless families — no repayment required. The scheme was launched in 1996 and is implemented by the Government of Karnataka.
ಆಶ್ರಯ ಯೋಜನೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ — Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation — BPL houseless families ₹0 ₹1.50 lakh+ free house + toilet + electricity. SC/ST, single women, differently-abled priority. PMAY + State convergence. 40 lakh+ houses built. ashraya.karnataka.gov.in
Free 2-room pucca house + toilet + electricity — BPL houseless families — SC/ST priority — ₹0 cost to beneficiary
ಆಶ್ರಯ ಯೋಜನೆ (Rajiv Gandhi Rural Housing Corporation) ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ BPL ಮನೆರಹಿತ ಕುಟುಂಬಗಳಿಗೆ ₹0 ಖರ್ಚಿನಲ್ಲಿ 2-ಕೋಣೆ pucca ಮನೆ + toilet + electricity ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ. SC/ST, ವಿಧವೆಯರು, ಅಂಗವಿಕಲರಿಗೆ ಆದ್ಯತೆ. 40 lakh+ ಮನೆಗಳು ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ.
📌 फायदा: 2-ಕೋಣೆ ಉಚಿತ pucca ಮನೆ + toilet + electricity — BPL houseless families — SC/ST ಆದ್ಯತೆ
पात्रता:
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ BPL resident, ಮನೆರಹಿತ (houseless), income ₹3 lakh ಒಳಗೆ. ಹಿಂದೆ government house ತೆಗೆದಿಲ್ಲದವರು.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
ashraya.karnataka.gov.in → apply online. ಅಥವಾ Gram Panchayat ಕಚೇರಿ — BPL card, Aadhaar, houseless cert, caste cert ತನ್ನಿ.
Benefits of Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)
✅ Free pucca house (325 sq ft, 2 rooms) + toilet + electricity connection — for BPL houseless families — no repayment required
Free 2-room pucca house + toilet + electricity — BPL houseless families — SC/ST priority — ₹0 cost to beneficiary
Who is Eligible for Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)?
- ✓ Karnataka domicile / resident
- ✓ BPL (Below Poverty Line) family
- ✓ Houseless — does not own a pucca house anywhere in Karnataka
- ✓ Must have land / site in own name or site provided by government (site-less also considered)
- ✓ Priority: SC/ST families, single women, widows, differently-abled, construction workers, manual scavengers
- ✓ Annual income up to ₹3 lakh (varies by sub-scheme / year)
- ✓ Not having received any previous government housing benefit
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Documents Required for Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)
How to Apply for Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing) Online?
- 1ashraya.karnataka.gov.in ಗೆ ಹೋಗಿ ಅಥವಾ ನಿಮ್ಮ Gram Panchayat ಕಚೇರಿಗೆ ಹೋಗಿ
- 2Ashraya Yojana application form ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಿ
- 3BPL card, Aadhaar, income cert, houseless cert, caste cert, land document ಜೊತೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ
- 4Gram Panchayat ಸಭೆಯಲ್ಲಿ beneficiary list ಅನುಮೋದಿಸಲ್ಪಡುತ್ತದೆ
- 5Taluk Panchayat / District Housing Officer final approval
- 6House construction installments DBT — 3-4 stages: foundation, lintel, roof, completion
Official Government Portal — Karnataka
Apply directly on the official Karnataka government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
🔗 Apply at ashraya.karnataka.gov.in or Gram PanchayatFrequently Asked Questions — Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)
Common Questions About Karnataka Government Schemes
ಗೃಹ ಜ್ಯೋತಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಬೇಕು?+
ಗೃಹ ಜ್ಯೋತಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ಪ್ರತ್ಯೇಕ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ. ಎಲ್ಲ ಮನೆಬಳಕೆ ಗ್ರಾಹಕರಿಗೆ 200 ಯೂನಿಟ್ ವರೆಗೆ ಸ್ವಯಂಚಾಲಿತವಾಗಿ ಉಚಿತ ವಿದ್ಯುತ್ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ.
What if I use more than 200 units under Gruha Jyothi?+
If consumption exceeds 200 units, the first 200 units are free and the remaining are billed at applicable BESCOM/CESC rates. Only the excess amount must be paid.
How to get Anna Bhagya rice in Karnataka?+
Eligible NFSA ration cardholders (BPL, AAY, PHH) collect the free 10 kg rice per person per month from their designated Fair Price Shop (ration shop). Show your ration card and Aadhaar at the shop.
ಅನ್ನ ಭಾಗ್ಯ ಯೋಜನೆ ಯಾರಿಗೆ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ?+
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ BPL, AAY ಮತ್ತು PHH ರೇಷನ್ ಕಾರ್ಡ್ ಹೊಂದಿರುವ ಕುಟುಂಬಗಳಿಗೆ. ಪ್ರತಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗೆ ಮಾಸಿಕ 10 ಕೆಜಿ ಉಚಿತ ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ.
ಶಕ್ತಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ನೋಂದಣಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಮಾಡುವುದು?+
ಶಕ್ತಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ನೋಂದಣಿ ಅಗತ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ. ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಯಾವುದೇ ಮಹಿಳೆ ನೇರವಾಗಿ ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ಬಸ್ಗೆ ಹತ್ತಿ ಉಚಿತ ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ಮಾಡಬಹುದು.
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📰 Latest News & Updates — Ashraya Yojana Karnataka (Rajiv Gandhi Housing)
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