What this scheme offers
Paschim Banga Awas is West Bengal's rural housing scheme, known until 6 August 2026 as Banglar Bari (Gramin), which the previous government started in 2024 after central housing funds were held up. Eligible rural families receive ₹1.2 lakh in two instalments of ₹60,000, funded by the state. On 6 August 2026 Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari renamed it and handed out the second instalment of ₹60,000 to 10.2 lakh beneficiaries, more than ₹6,000 crore in all, with the Chief Secretary citing over ₹600 crore from state funds for the second phase. The new government ordered the beneficiary list re-verified with 100% e-KYC and promised that other eligible applicants would be covered in later phases after verification, as funds allow, with no 'cut money' or middlemen. There is no open application window at present.
Who is eligible
- Rural homeless families or families living in dilapidated houses who are on the verified Banglar Bari / Paschim Banga Awas list.
- The list was built from the earlier survey and the Sorasori Mukhyomantri helpline applications, and is being re-verified with e-KYC.
- Other eligible families can be covered in later phases after verification, subject to funds — there is no fixed date.
- Families may also qualify under the central PMAY-G, which the Chief Minister urged people to apply for.
Documents required
- Aadhaar card, for e-KYC verification
- Bank account details to receive instalments directly
- Land or homestead proof, as asked during verification
- Ration card and proof of residence
How to apply
- Check with your Gram Panchayat or Block Development Office whether your name is on the verified list.
- Complete e-KYC when verification officers ask, with your Aadhaar and bank details.
- If you are not listed but need a house, ask the Panchayat to record you for the next phase and register your need under PMAY-G.
- Instalments of ₹60,000 are paid directly into the bank account.
- Report any demand for money in the process to the BDO or the state grievance channel.