Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2026

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) provides free LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) Read More... households, supported by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Read less

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The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is a government initiative aimed at providing clean cooking fuel to households that currently rely on traditional, unhygienic sources like firewood and cow dung. Launched to improve the health of women and protect the environment, it focuses on bringing LPG connections to rural and underserved communities.

What Is This Scheme?

Introduced in May 2016 by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, PMUY's main goal is to offer LPG connections to families that couldn't afford them. This scheme helps replace polluting cooking fuels with cleaner LPG, reducing indoor air pollution and its harmful effects on health. The scheme was officially launched on May 1, 2016, in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is designed for adult women who belong to poor households and do not currently have an LPG connection. Specific categories include those listed in the SECC 2011 data, SC/ST households, beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), forest dwellers, Most Backward Classes (MBC), and people from tea garden areas or river islands. If not falling into these categories, a household can still apply by submitting a 14-point declaration confirming their poor household status.

Why This Scheme Is Important

PMUY is crucial for improving the quality of life for millions of Indian women. By providing access to clean cooking fuel, it significantly reduces the health risks associated with breathing smoke from burning wood or other solid fuels. This leads to better health outcomes, especially for women and children. Furthermore, it contributes to environmental protection by reducing the dependence on traditional biomass fuels.

Objective

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) provides free LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households, supported by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

Benefits

Rs. 1600 for a connection 14.2kg cylinder or Rs. 1150 for a 5 kg cylinder.

Additionally, All PMUY beneficiaries will be provided with first LPG refill and Stove (hot plate) both free of cost along with their deposit free connection.

Note:Priority would be given to the states which have lower LPG coverage (Compared to the national average) as on 1st Jan 2016.

Sources and references

Scheme Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), an applicant must be:

An adult woman.
Belonging to a poor household.
Not having an LPG connection in her household currently.
Satisfying at least one of the following conditions:
- Eligible as per the Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 list.
- Belongs to SC/ST households, is a beneficiary of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), Forest dwellers, Most Backward Classes (MBC), Tea and Ex-Tea Garden Tribes, or resides in river islands. (A supporting document will be required for these categories).
- If not covered under the above two categories, she can provide a 14-point declaration (as per the prescribed format) to claim beneficiary status under the 'Poor household' category.

How To Apply

Interested individuals can apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana through authorized LPG distributors. The process involves:

Obtaining the application form from an LPG distributor or downloading it.
Filling out the form completely with all required details.
Submitting the form along with the necessary documents to the nearest LPG distributor.
For migrant applicants, Annexure 1 needs to be filled and uploaded during the application process.

For more details or to find a distributor, please visit the official website.

Documents Required

A valid Photo ID proof.
Ration Card issued by the State or another State Government document certifying family composition. For migrant applicants, a Self-Declaration as per Annexure I is required.
Proof of Address: Aadhaar card serves as both Proof of Identity and Proof of Address if the connection is needed at the same address.
Bank Account Number and IFSC code.
Aadhaar card (This is not mandatory for applicants from Assam and Meghalaya).
A passport-size photograph.

FAQ’s

Can a male member of a BPL household apply for the Ujjwala Yojana?

No, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is exclusively for women from BPL or poor households. Men are not eligible to apply for this scheme.

What if my ration card doesn't mention my date of birth? How can I prove I'm an adult?

If your date of birth is not mentioned on your ration card, you can use your Aadhaar Card to verify your age and confirm that you are an adult.

I am a woman belonging to a forest-dwelling community. Am I eligible for PMUY?

Yes, women who are forest dwellers are eligible to apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.

My mother-in-law, who had a PMUY connection, has moved in with my family. Can we get a new connection in her name at our current city?

Yes, the connection can be transferred. The facility for changing the address of the connection will be made available soon.

I am an adult woman from an ST caste. Can I get a connection under PMUY?

Yes, adult women belonging to Scheduled Tribe (ST) castes are eligible for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.

Is it possible to get a 5 kg LPG cylinder under the Ujjwala Yojana?

Yes, you have the option to choose a 5 kg LPG cylinder under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.

If I don't have a bank account in my name, can I use my husband's account details for the application?

No, you must provide a bank account number that is in the applicant's name for the scheme.

What if my Aadhaar card is not linked to my mobile number? Can I still apply for PMUY?

Yes, you are still eligible to apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana even if your mobile number is not linked with your Aadhaar card.

I am a migrant worker. Can I apply for the Ujjwala Yojana?

Yes, migrant families can apply for the scheme. You will need to fill out Annexure 1 and upload it during the application process.

What does Ujjwala 2.0 mean for eligible beneficiaries?

Under Ujjwala 2.0, an eligible beneficiary is an adult woman who belongs to a poor household and does not currently have an LPG connection.

Does the scheme provide a free LPG stove and the first refill?

Yes, all beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana are provided with their first LPG refill and a stove absolutely free of cost.

What happens if there are no adult women in my household, but we are a poor family? Are we still eligible for PMUY?

No, the scheme specifically requires an adult woman in the household to be the applicant. If there is no adult woman, the household is not eligible for the scheme.

What if I don't have an email address? Can I still apply for the scheme?

Yes, you can apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana without needing an email address.