Water Connection for ₹100 to BPL/Poor Families Residing in Urban Areas of Uttarakhand
Affordable Water Connections for BPL Families in Urban Uttarakhand
The Government of Uttarakhand has launched an initiative to ensure that economically disadvantaged families in urban areas have access to safe drinking water. This program, titled “Water Connection at ₹100 for BPL (Below Poverty Line) / Poor Families Residing in Urban Areas of Uttarakhand,” is targeted at providing affordable water connections to eligible households, thus promoting equitable access to this essential resource.
Overview of the Scheme
Implemented by the Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan under the Department of Drinking Water, this scheme aims to offer water connections at a minimal charge of just ₹100. The initiative is designed to benefit families classified as BPL or those belonging to economically weaker sections living in urban environments throughout Uttarakhand, ensuring their access to potable water.
Key Benefits
- Provision of a water connection for only ₹100 to eligible beneficiaries.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the water connection under this scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident of an urban locality in Uttarakhand.
- The applicant’s family must fall under the BPL category or be classified as economically weaker.
- The applicant must possess a plot of land that measures up to 100 square meters and must have constructed, be in the process of constructing, or intend to construct a building on that land.
Exclusions
Details regarding specific exclusions are not mentioned in the current framework of the scheme. However, it is advisable for applicants to verify their eligibility based on the provided criteria.
Application Process
Families eligible for a drinking water connection can apply through either of the following methods:
- Online Application: Visit the Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan’s official website at https://ujs.uk.gov.in to submit your application online.
- Offline Application: Obtain the application form directly from the nearest departmental collection center.
After submitting the application, applicants will receive notifications regarding the acceptance or rejection of their applications via SMS. If approved, the following steps must be taken:
- Pay the connection fee, which can be done online via the departmental website or in person at the collection center.
- The connection fee includes an application fee of ₹25, a non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100, and the domestic water connection fee of ₹100.
- Essential documents required include the Aadhaar card, BPL certificate or income certificate, and relevant housing documents.
Approval Timeline
The timeline for approval of applications is as follows:
| Connection Size | Approval Timeline | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| 15 mm or 20 mm | 15 days after technical evaluation | Concerned Executive Engineer |
| 25 mm to 40 mm | 30 days after technical evaluation | Concerned Executive Engineer |
| 50 mm | 30 days after technical evaluation | Concerned Superintending Engineer |
| 50 mm or larger | 30 days after technical evaluation | Concerned General Manager |
Once the site inspection is completed and all details verified, the approved water connection will be granted to the applicant.
Official Source
For more information, please visit the official site: myScheme.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of an urban area in Uttarakhand.
The applicant’s family must belong to a BPL (Below Poverty Line) or economically weaker category.
The applicant must own a plot of land measuring up to 100 square meters and have constructed, be constructing, or plan to construct a building on the same plot; such applicants will be eligible for a water connection at ₹100/-.
Benefits
Under this scheme, a water connection is provided for a nominal fee of ₹100/- to eligible beneficiaries.
Application Process
Apply OfflineUttarakhand Jal Sansthan allows BPL/poor families residing in urban areas of the state to apply for a drinking water connection either online through the departmental website https://ujs.uk.gov.in
or offline by obtaining the application form directly from the nearest departmental collection center.
Applicants will be notified of the acceptance or rejection of their applications via SMS. If the application is approved, the applicant must pay the connection fee. The connection fee can be paid online at https://ujs.uk.gov.in
by clicking on Online Services and selecting the New Connection Payment link using a debit/credit card, net banking, or cash card, or it can be paid directly at the collection center.
Applicants are required to pay an application fee of ₹25/-, submit a non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100/-, and a domestic water connection fee of ₹100/-. Aadhaar card, BPL certificate or income certificate, and relevant housing documents are also required.
Applications for 15 mm or 20 mm drinking water connections, or for personal sewer connections of any size, will be approved or rejected by the concerned Executive Engineer within 15 days after technical evaluation.
Applications for 25 mm to 40 mm drinking water connections will be approved or rejected by the concerned Executive Engineer within 30 days after technical evaluation.
Applications for 50 mm drinking water connections or colony/institution sewer connections will be approved or rejected by the concerned Superintending Engineer within 30 days after technical evaluation.
Drinking water applications of 50 mm or larger will be approved or rejected by the concerned General Manager within 30 days after technical evaluation.
Once the site inspection is complete and the details are verified, the approved water connection will be provided to the applicant.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Water Connection for ₹100 to BPL/Poor Families Residing in Urban Areas of Uttarakhand |
| Short Title | WCBPLPFRUAUK |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Utility & Sanitation |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | Any — 100 years |
| Caste/Category | EWS, BPL |
| Area | Urban |
| Income Limit | ₹100,000/year |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 10 May 2026
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