About this transport scheme
Atal Bhujal Yojana aims to improve groundwater management in water-stressed areas. Individuals aged 18-60 from selected states can apply online. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The Atal Bhujal Yojana focuses on better management of groundwater resources in areas facing water scarcity. It is run by the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation.
This scheme provides financial support for community-led Water Security Plans and promotes efficient water usage practices.
It is important as it helps sustain groundwater levels and encourages community participation in water management.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABY-MOJS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Water Resources,River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation |
| Benefit | Atal Bhujal Yojana aims to improve groundwater management in water-stressed areas. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Transport |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | ataljal.mowr.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Overall financial outlay of Rs. 60,00,00,00,000/- over five years
- Rs. 14,00,00,00,000/- for training and equipment
- Rs. 46,00,00,00,000/- in financial rewards for achieving groundwater management targets
Benefits are provided through financial incentives for the approved Water Security Plans and related activities.
Who qualifies
- Applicant is aged between 18 and 60 years.
- Applicant must reside in identified water-stressed districts or blocks.
- Applicant must be from one of the participating states: Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, or Uttar Pradesh.
- Applicant must prepare a Water Security Plan with community involvement.
- Approval of the Water Security Plan from the Gram Sabha is required.
- At least 33% of the committee members must be women.
- Local volunteers must be identified and trained for data collection.
Who is not eligible
- Funds cannot be used for constructing major or minor dams.
- Funds cannot be used for new large-scale irrigation systems.
- Funds cannot be used for paying salaries of government employees.
- Funds cannot be used for religious structures.
- Funds cannot be used for commercial ventures like hotels or restaurants.
- Funds cannot be used for military-related activities.
- Funds cannot be used for purchasing vehicles or alcohol.
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At the benefit disbursal stage, submit audited financial statements and monthly expenditure statements with supporting documents.
Registration walkthrough
- Access the official Management Information System portal for Atal Bhujal Yojana.
- Enter the required baseline data regarding groundwater levels and water quality.
- Hold a community meeting to finalize and approve the Water Security Plan.
- Submit the approved Water Security Plan to the District Program Management Unit.
- The District Program Management Unit will consolidate and validate the plans before sending them to the State Program Management Unit for final approval.
To check the application or payment status, log in to the official portal or contact the designated helpline.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Not including community participation in the Water Security Plan.
- Failing to get the Gram Sabha's approval for the Water Security Plan.
- Not documenting the required meetings and attendance.
- Missing the requirement for at least 33% female representation.
- Submitting incomplete financial statements.
- Ignoring the annual update requirement for the Water Security Plan.
Frequently asked questions
Can we use funds for repairing a local temple?
No, funds cannot be used for any religious structures.
What is the minimum female representation in committees?
At least 33% of the committee members must be women.
How often should the community update the Water Security Plan?
The plan must be updated at least once a year.
Who approves the Water Security Plan?
The plan must be approved by the Gram Sabha.
Can we use the funds to pay government employee salaries?
No, salaries for government employees cannot be paid with these funds.
What happens if the Water Security Plan is not approved?
The application cannot proceed without the Gram Sabha's approval.
Can we include commercial projects in the plan?
No, funds cannot be used for any commercial ventures.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Website ataljal.mowr.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
Drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Every number and date is checked automatically against the official text; confirm the details on the official portal before applying.
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