Shauchalay Yojana 2026: Rs 12,000 Toilet Scheme, Apply Online
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
Rs 12,000 incentive for an individual household latrine (IHHL).
Who Can Apply
Eligible rural households without a toilet: BPL and identified APL households (SC/ST, small and marginal farmers, landless labourers with homestead, PwD, women-headed households).
Status / Deadline
Helpline 1969 not re-verified.
Official Portal
Helpline
1969 (verify)
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
What is the Scheme?
Rs 12,000 incentive to build a household toilet, plus village solid and liquid waste management (ODF Plus).
Also known as: toilet yojana, shauchalay yojana 12000
Who is it for?
Eligible rural households without a toilet: BPL and identified APL households (SC/ST, small and marginal farmers, landless labourers with homestead, PwD, women-headed households).
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rs 12,000 incentive for an individual household latrine (IHHL). | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- No toilet at home.
- Falls in an eligible category.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ Aadhaar
- ✓ Bank account
- ✓ Category proof
- ✓ Photo of the site / completed toilet
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Apply on the SBM-G citizen corner (IHHL application) on swachhbharatmission.ddws.gov.in.
How to Apply Offline
- Apply at the Gram Panchayat or block office.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- Check on the SBM-G portal with the application number.
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://swachhbharatmission.ddws.gov.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | 1969 (verify) |
| Nodal Ministry | Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Important Dates & Milestones
Phase II runs to 2026-27. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ How much for a toilet?
Rs 12,000.
❓ Is it paid before building?
Usually after the toilet is built and verified (geo-tagged).
❓ Who is eligible?
BPL and identified APL categories.
❓ Urban areas?
Urban areas come under SBM-Urban.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
- SBM-G FAQ: https://swachhbharatmission.ddws.gov.in/faq [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- PIB on SBM-G Phase II: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2200341&lang=1®=3 [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- Cabinet: SBM-G Phase II: https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/cabinet-approves-swachh-bharat-mission-grameen-phase-ii/ [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
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