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Owning a home is a dream for many, and for the brave men and women serving in the West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police, this dream is getting a step closer with the Pratyasha Scheme. This initiative by the Government of West Bengal aims to provide housing solutions for police personnel across various ranks.

What Is the Pratyasha Scheme?

Pratyasha, meaning hope or expectation, is a dedicated housing project by the Government of West Bengal. It's designed to help police personnel, from Inspectors down to Constables, achieve their goal of owning a house. The West Bengal Police Housing Corporation is leading the construction of different types of flats, with financial support from HUDCO (Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd).

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme is for active police personnel of West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police. It covers a wide range of ranks, ensuring that many dedicated officers can find suitable housing options tailored to their needs and pay scales.

Why Is This Scheme Important?

The Pratyasha Scheme addresses the housing needs of police personnel, acknowledging their service and dedication. By facilitating the construction and allotment of flats, it aims to provide secure and comfortable living spaces for officers and their families, contributing to their overall well-being.

Objective

The West Bengal government's Pratyasha Scheme is a housing project specifically for police personnel to help them own their homes.

Benefits

Tangible Benefits:

Monthly Stipend for the duration of the course (except vacation periods).

Initial Book Grant for the first year.

Subsequent Book Grant for the following years.

Mode of Disbursement:

For students within Arunachal Pradesh: Disbursed by the Head of Institution.

For students outside Arunachal Pradesh: Disbursed via Demand Draft by the Sanctioning Authority to Heads of Institutions.

Frequency of Disbursement:

Monthly, except for vacation periods.

Begins from the month of admission (if before the 20th of the month), otherwise from the following month.

Conditions for Benefit:

Continued only on satisfactory academic progress and good conduct.

Stipend will be withheld or canceled for misconduct, poor attendance (<75%), or unsatisfactory progress.

Not valid for dual/subsidiary courses (e.g., LLB with MA), correspondence, or distance education.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Pratyasha Scheme, police personnel must meet the following conditions:

Police personnel serving in West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police, including ranks like Deputy Superintendent (Non-WBPS)/ Assistant Commissioner, Inspector, Sub-Inspector/ Sergeant, Assistant Sub-Inspector, Constable, and their equivalents, can apply.
For 'A' Category Flats (approx. 1123 sq. ft.): Applicants in the ranks of Deputy Superintendent (Non-WBPS)/ Assistant Commissioner, Inspector, Sub-Inspector/ Sergeant, or equivalent, whose total pay (Basic Pay + Grade Pay) is ₹18,000/- or more.
For 'B' Category Flats (approx. 926 sq. ft.): Applicants in the ranks of Inspector, Sub-Inspector/ Sergeant, Assistant Sub-Inspector, Constable, or equivalent, whose total pay (Basic Pay + Grade Pay) is ₹15,000/- or more.
For 'C' Category Flats (approx. 794 sq. ft.): Applicants in the ranks of Assistant Sub-Inspector, Constable, or equivalent, whose total pay (Basic Pay + Grade Pay) is ₹8,840/- or more.
Each eligible police personnel can submit only one application. Family members cannot apply separately.
Joint applications are allowed, but only with immediate family members (spouse, parents, children). The primary applicant must be the eligible West Bengal Police or Kolkata Police personnel.
Only one flat will be allotted per eligible applicant.
The Corporation reserves the right to relax any of these conditions without providing a reason.

How To Apply

Applications for the Pratyasha Scheme are processed as follows:

Obtain the application form. You can download it from the official website of Kolkata Police: www.kolkatapolice.gov.in.
Complete the application form accurately and ensure all required details are filled in.
Submit the completed application form along with the Demand Draft/ Pay Order/ Banker’s Cheque (as per the category of the dwelling unit and for parking space if applicable) at the following address:
West Bengal Police Housing & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, Araksha Bhawan (3rd Floor), Block DJ, Sector-II, Salt Lake City, Kolkata- 700 091.

The allotment of flats will be done through a lottery on a random selection basis. If any flats remain unallotted after the lottery, they will be offered to eligible applicants on a 'first come, first served' basis or another lottery draw. If applications are fewer than the available flats, allotments will be made on a 'first come, first served' basis.

Documents Required

When applying for the Pratyasha Scheme, ensure you have the following documents ready:

Demand Draft/ Pay Order/ Banker’s Cheque for the applicable amount for the chosen dwelling unit category.
Demand Draft/ Pay Order/ Banker’s Cheque for an additional amount if you are applying for parking space.
One self-attested photocopy of the applicant's PAN Card. If a joint applicant is included, their PAN Card photocopy is also required.
Salary Certificate of the applicant (and joint applicant, if any), issued by the Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO) in the prescribed format (usually annexed with the application form).
Two sets of passport-size photographs, with your signature on the back of each photo.
One canceled cheque of the applicant's bank account.
A copy of the first page of the applicant's Bank Account Pass Book, clearly showing the name, address, account number, and branch code.

FAQ’s

What is the main purpose of the Pratyasha Scheme?

The Pratyasha Scheme by the West Bengal Government is designed to help police personnel fulfill their dream of owning a house. It facilitates the construction of various types of flats for them.

Which agency is responsible for constructing the flats under this scheme?

The flats under the Pratyasha Scheme are constructed by the West Bengal Police Housing & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (formerly West Bengal State Police Housing Corporation Limited).

Who is eligible to apply for the Pratyasha Scheme?

Any police personnel in West Bengal Police and Kolkata Police, ranging from Deputy Superintendent/Assistant Commissioner down to Constable and equivalent ranks, can apply for this scheme.

How are the flats allocated to eligible applicants?

Flats are primarily allocated through a lottery system based on random selection. If any flats remain unallotted, they will be given on a 'first come, first served' basis or through another lottery. If applications are fewer than available flats, then it's first come, first served.

Can multiple family members apply for a flat under the Pratyasha Scheme?

No, only one application is allowed per eligible police personnel. Other family members cannot apply separately. However, a spouse, parent, or child can be included as a joint applicant with the primary eligible personnel.

What types of flats are available under the Pratyasha Scheme?

The scheme offers three categories of flats: Category 'A' (around 1123 sq. ft.), Category 'B' (around 926 sq. ft.), and Category 'C' (around 794 sq. ft.), catering to different ranks and pay scales.

How many flats can an eligible police personnel get under this scheme?

An eligible applicant will only be allotted one flat under the Pratyasha Scheme.

Where can I download the application form for the Pratyasha Scheme?

You can download the application form from the official website of Kolkata Police at www.kolkatapolice.gov.in.

What is the minimum salary requirement for applying for Category 'C' flats?

For Category 'C' flats (approx. 794 sq. ft.), police personnel in the ranks of Assistant Sub-Inspector, Constable, and equivalent must have a total pay (Basic Pay + Grade Pay) of at least ₹8,840/-.

What is the minimum pay required for Category 'A' flats?

To apply for Category 'A' flats (approx. 1123 sq. ft.), police personnel in the ranks of Deputy Superintendent (Non-WBPS)/ Assistant Commissioner, Inspector, Sub-Inspector/ Sergeant, or equivalent need to have a total pay (Basic Pay + Grade Pay) of ₹18,000/- or more.