Swatantrata Sainik Samman Pension Scheme 2026

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0, launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, provides free LPG Read More... connections to women from below-poverty-line households across India. Read less

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The Indian government is committed to improving the lives of its citizens by providing access to essential resources. One such initiative is the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 (PMUY), designed to bring clean cooking fuel to every home.

What Is This Scheme?

Launched in May 2016, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana aims to provide free LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) connections to women who belong to families living below the poverty line. The primary goal is to encourage the use of clean cooking fuel like LPG, moving away from traditional and harmful sources like firewood, coal, and cow-dung cakes. This not only protects the health of women and children from indoor pollution but also helps in reducing environmental pollution. PMUY 2.0 is an extension of this scheme, reaching out to even more eligible families across India, with special provisions for migrant households.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme specifically targets women from economically weaker households. It aims to empower women by providing them with a cleaner and healthier cooking alternative. The focus is on ensuring that no household relies on polluting cooking fuels.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The shift to LPG significantly improves the health of women and children by reducing exposure to harmful smoke from burning solid fuels. It also contributes to environmental protection by reducing deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions. The scheme has played a crucial role in increasing LPG coverage across India, making it accessible to millions who previously couldn't afford it.

Objective

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0, launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, provides free LPG connections to women from below-poverty-line households across India.

Benefits

Category of Freedom Fighters:Ex-Andaman Political/ Prisoners/ SpousesBasic Pension w.e.f. 15.08.2016 in Rupees (Per Month):30,000/-Total Amount of Pension Including 3% DR in Rupees (Per Month):30,900/-Category of Freedom Fighters:Freedom Fighters Who Suffered Outside British India/SpousesBasic Pension w.e.f. 15.08.2016 in Rupees (Per Month):28,000/-Total Amount of Pension Including 3% DR in Rupees (Per Month):28,840/-Category of Freedom Fighters:Other Freedom Fighters/ spouses including INABasic Pension w.e.f. 15.08.2016 in Rupees (Per Month):26,000/-Total Amount of Pension Including 3% DR in Rupees (Per Month):26,780/-Category of Freedom Fighters:Dependent parents/eligible daughters (maximum 3 daughters at any point of time)Basic Pension w.e.f. 15.08.2016 in Rupees (Per Month):50% of the sum that would have been admissible to the Freedom Fighter i.e. in the range of ₹ 13,000/- to ₹ 15,000/-Total Amount of Pension Including 3% DR in Rupees (Per Month):50% of the sum that would have been admissible to the Freedom Fighter i.e. in the range of ₹ 13,390/- to ₹ 15,450/-

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant must be a woman and at least 18 years old.
Her household should not have any existing LPG connection.
The applicant's household must belong to one of the following categories:

Scheduled Caste (SC) Households
Scheduled Tribe (ST) Households
Beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin)
Most Backward Classes (MBC)
Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)
Tea and Ex-Tea Garden tribes
Forest Dwellers
People residing on Islands and River Islands
SECC Households (AHL TIN)
Poor Household as per a 14-point declaration

How To Apply

You can apply both online and offline.
Online: Visit the official website or contact your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) to submit your application online.
Offline: You can also visit your nearest LPG distributorship to fill out and submit the application form.

For the latest application links and details, please refer to the official sources.

Documents Required

Know Your Customer (KYC) form
Ration Card issued by the State from which you are applying, or any other State Government document that certifies your family composition. For migrant applicants, a Self-Declaration as per Annexure I is required.
Aadhaar card of the beneficiary and all adult family members listed in the document mentioned above (Sl. 2).
Proof of Address: If your Aadhaar card shows the address where you need the connection, it can serve as both Proof of Identity and Proof of Address. Otherwise, other valid address proofs might be needed.
Bank Account Number and IFSC Code.

FAQ’s

What criteria determine if a household is considered 'poor' for Ujjwala 2.0?

The primary criterion for a poor household under Ujjwala 2.0 is the 14-point declaration submitted by the applicant. This declaration is mandatory for all applicants to be considered eligible.

Can a connection be given to a woman if her household has no other adult female members, or if the other members are minors?

Yes, a connection can be given if there's supporting documentation like a Ration Card confirming a single adult member in the family. If the Ration Card shows additional adult members, you'll need to provide a death certificate for deceased members or a marriage certificate for members who have moved out of the family.

Is Aadhaar authentication mandatory for Ujjwala 2.0 applications? How is it done?

Yes, Aadhaar authentication is generally mandatory through Biometric or Mobile OTP. However, this requirement is optional in the states of Assam and Meghalaya.

What kind of Ration Card is needed to apply?

Since the Ration Card is used solely to identify the family composition of the beneficiary, any type of Ration Card, whether APL (Above Poverty Line) or BPL (Below Poverty Line), will be accepted.

Can Aadhaar card serve as both Proof of Identity (POI) and Proof of Address (POA) if the connection address matches the Aadhaar address?

Yes, if your Aadhaar card contains the address where you wish to receive the LPG connection, it can be used as both your Proof of Identity and Proof of Address.

What documents must distributors upload when submitting KYC for Ujjwala 2.0?

Distributors need to upload the Proof of Identity (POI), Proof of Address (POA), Aadhaar of the Applicant (unless exempt in Assam & Meghalaya), Ration Card or equivalent family document (or self-declaration for migrants), the signed 14-point declaration, and any supporting document for specific categories. They also need to collect and confirm declarations for existing KYCs and Pre-Installation Check Reports.

Who is eligible to receive a connection under Ujjwala 2.0?

An adult woman from a poor household without an existing LPG connection is eligible. She should belong to categories like SECC 2011 list, SC/ST households, PMAY beneficiaries, Forest dwellers, MBC, Tea/Ex-Tea Garden tribes, or those living on river islands. If not in these groups, she can claim eligibility via a 14-point declaration for 'Poor household'.

What documents are required for an applicant to enroll in Ujjwala 2.0?

Applicants need a KYC form, POI, POA, Aadhaar of applicant and all adult family members (on Ration Card or similar document), bank details, a Ration Card or family document (or self-declaration for migrants), and supporting documents if applying under specific categories. A signed 14-point declaration for 'Poor household' is also mandatory.

What are the mandatory documents for an applicant's KYC submission by the distributor?

The distributor must upload Proof of Identity (POI), Proof of Address (POA), Aadhaar of the Applicant (unless exemption applies), Ration Card or family document (or self-declaration for migrants), the 14-point declaration, and any specific category supporting documents. They also need to confirm existing KYCs for Ujjwala 2.0 compliance and collect a Pre-Installation Check Report.

Can I apply for an LPG connection under Ujjwala 2.0 online or offline?

Yes, you have the option to apply both online through the official website or CSC centers, and offline by visiting your nearest LPG distributorship.

What happens if an applicant cannot provide Aadhaar for an adult family member listed on the Ration Card?

If an applicant cannot submit the Aadhaar card for an adult family member listed on the Ration Card, they generally cannot be enrolled. The distributor should try to facilitate Aadhaar enrolment for such adults, and the applicant can be enrolled upon showing proof. Exemptions are only granted with documentary evidence like a death certificate or marriage certificate in cases of death or separation.

What proof of identity and address can be submitted?

Aadhaar card usually serves as Proof of Identity (POI) and Proof of Address (POA) if the addresses match. If addresses differ, other POA documents are accepted. In Assam and Meghalaya, where Aadhaar is not mandatory, other POIs are accepted. Migrants can use a self-declaration form as per Annexure-I for POA, but it's not for non-migrants.

Can a PMUY connection be provided to a poor household that doesn't have any adult female members?

No, a Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) connection can only be released in the name of an adult female member belonging to a poor household.