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100% Penalty Mafi Yojana

The scheme aims to provide financial relief to beneficiaries of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell who have pending installment dues by offering a complete waiver of penalty amounts. It benefits tenants and property allottees by waiving 100% penalties on arrears if paid by 31st March.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Urban Development and Urban Housing Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Housing & Shelter, Utility & Sanitation

Sub-categories: Housing

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Housing, Penalty, Waiver, Tenant, Urban

Details

The scheme "100% Penalty Mafi Yojana" was launched by the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial relief to beneficiaries of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell who have pending installment dues by offering a complete waiver of penalty amounts, thereby reducing the financial burden on property allottees and encouraging them to clear their outstanding dues. The scheme provides 100% waiver on penalty amounts if all arrears of installments are paid in one go by 31st March and facilitates the transfer of property ownership to eligible applicants. The applications for this scheme are accepted Online.

Benefits

- The applicant receives 100% waiver on the penalty amount accumulated on pending installments
The waiver is applicable on all arrears of installments pertaining to old schemes of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell
The benefit is a one-time waiver granted upon fulfillment of payment conditions
The waiver is applied at the time of final settlement of dues. Conditions All arrears of installments must be paid in one go (lump sum payment). The payment must be completed by 31st March. The waiver applies only to the penalty component; the principal installment amount must be paid in full

The applicant receives 100% waiver on the penalty amount accumulated on pending installments.
The waiver is applicable on all arrears of installments pertaining to old schemes of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell.
The benefit is a one-time waiver granted upon fulfillment of payment conditions.
The waiver is applied at the time of final settlement of dues.

Conditions
*All arrears of installments must be paid in one go (lump sum payment).
*The payment must be completed by 31st March.
*The waiver applies only to the penalty component; the principal installment amount must be paid in full.

Eligibility

The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
The applicant must be a beneficiary of the Gujarat Housing Board or Slum Clearance Cell.
The applicant must have pending installment arrears under the old schemes of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell.
The applicant must clear all arrears of installments in one lump sum payment.
The applicant must complete the payment by 31st March.
The applicant must be either the original tenant, a successive power of attorney holder, or the existing occupant of the property.

Exclusions

Application Process

Online

Step 1: Access the online application form. Enter all mandatory personal information. Verify that all mandatory fields marked with asterisk (*) have been filled.
Step 2: For document upload, click "Choose File" or drag and drop documents into appropriate upload fields. Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and within the specified file size limits.
Step 3: Carefully review all entered information and uploaded documents for accuracy and completeness. Click "Submit". Note down any application reference number or acknowledgment number provided for future tracking and correspondence.
Step 4: After successful application submission, proceed to pay all pending arrears of installments in one lump sum payment through designated Gujarat Housing Board payment channels by 31st March. Retain payment receipts for record and verification purposes.
Application Deadline
The critical deadline for completing the lump sum payment of all arrears is 31st March of the respective year.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

If I am the existing occupant of a property originally allotted to someone else, can I still benefit from this waiver if I hold valid successive power of attorney and clear all dues by the deadline?: Yes, existing occupants who hold valid successive power of attorney from the original tenant are eligible to apply. You must provide certified copies of all successive power of attorney documents and pay all arrears in one lump sum by March 31, 2025.
What types of properties under the Gujarat Housing Board are covered, and does this include both old scheme allotments and properties under the Slum Clearance Cell?: The scheme covers properties allotted under old schemes of both the Gujarat Housing Board and the Slum Clearance Cell. All beneficiaries with pending installment arrears under these old schemes are eligible for the penalty waiver.
Will I need to submit any death-related documents if the original tenant or power of attorney holder has passed away, and what specific documents are required in such cases?: If the original tenant or power of attorney holder has deceased, you must submit a Death Certificate, a firm name on stamp paper of ₹300/-, and a Title Consent Form on stamp paper of ₹300/-.
Are there any income-related restrictions or financial eligibility limits that would prevent me from applying for this penalty waiver regardless of my current economic status?: No, there are no personal or family income limits specified for this scheme. The scheme is applicable to all citizens of Gujarat who meet the other eligibility criteria, regardless of their economic status.
What is the maximum file size and acceptable format for uploading documents, and are there different requirements for photographs versus other documentary evidence?: For the latest photograph of the house, acceptable formats are .jpg or .jpeg with a maximum file size of 10 Megabytes. All other documents must be in Portable Document Format (.pdf) with the same 10 Megabytes size limit.
How much time do I have remaining to complete the entire payment of my pending dues to qualify for the complete waiver of penalties under this financial relief initiative?: You must complete the lump sum payment of all pending arrears by 31st March, to qualify for the 100% penalty waiver under this scheme.
Does this scheme require me to pay only the penalty amount, or do I need to clear the principal installment amount as well to receive the waiver benefit?: You must pay the full principal amount of all pending installments in one lump sum. The scheme provides a 100% waiver only on the penalty amount; the principal installment arrears must be paid in full.
If my property ownership documents are registered under a different name, what specific identity and financial documents will I need to provide for the person in whose name the deed is being transferred?: You must provide the Aadhaar Card and Permanent Account Number Card of the person in whose name the property is to be deeded. Both documents are mandatory for the application process.
Can applicants from any educational background, professional field, gender, or social category apply, or are there specific demographic restrictions that limit who can benefit from this scheme?: The scheme is open to all categories, genders, professions, education levels, and social and economic standards. There are no demographic restrictions; any eligible citizen of Gujarat can apply.
Is there any application fee charged for submitting the form online, and do I need to make any payment at the time of initial application submission?: There is no application fee charged for submitting the online form. The application is completely free of cost. However, you must pay the full principal amount of pending installments separately to avail the penalty waiver.
What proof of previous payments to the Gujarat Housing Board must I furnish, and in what format should these payment receipts be submitted during the application process?: You must furnish Xerox copies of all receipts of amounts previously paid to the Gujarat Housing Board. These receipts must be submitted in Portable Document Format (.pdf) with a maximum file size of 10 Megabytes.
If I need to prove my residence or tenancy status, what documents related to rent agreements or landlord communications will be accepted as valid proof for this application?: Acceptable proof includes a copy of rent agreement, delivery of rent receipt, or a letter from the landlord. These documents substantiate your occupancy status and tenancy relationship with the property.
Will I receive the penalty waiver immediately upon payment, or is there a specific processing time and disbursal mechanism that determines when the waiver benefit will be applied to my account?: The penalty waiver is a one-time benefit applied at the time of final settlement of dues. Once you complete the lump sum payment of all arrears by the deadline, the 100% penalty waiver is processed and applied to your account during settlement.
What document do I need to obtain from the local municipal corporation to verify property tax compliance, and must it be from the most recent fiscal year?: You must obtain and submit a Xerox copy of the municipality or municipal corporation's last year's tax bill for the building. This document must be from the most recent fiscal year available.

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

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Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Residence Proof
Bank Account Details
Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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