Introduction Mukhya Mantri Janjatiya Mhaje Ghar Yojana is a welfare initiative launched by the Government of Goa to provide financial support to Scheduled Tribe (ST) families who have secured ownership or regularisation of their dwelling houses under the Mhaje Ghar Yojana. The scheme aims to ensure that the cost involved in obtaining legal housing rights does not become a burden for tribal households. Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries can claim reimbursement for the amount paid towards the purchase or regularisation of their house and land through approved provisions of the Mhaje Ghar framework. The assistance is available only after completion of the regularisation process and submission of the prescribed documents. The reimbursement amount varies based on the age of the house. Eligible pre-1972 houses can receive reimbursement up to 100% of the eligible amount, while post-1972 houses can receive reimbursement up to 50%, subject to a maximum limit of ₹1 lakh. The approved amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme serves as a financial assistance component linked to the Mhaje Ghar framework and is implemented by the Directorate of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa, for the benefit of eligible Scheduled Tribe families across the state. Benefits Financial reimbursement for expenditure incurred under the Mhaje Ghar framework. Maximum assistance of up to ₹1,00,000 per eligible beneficiary. Pre-1972 houses are eligible for reimbursement up to 100% of the eligible amount. Post-1972 houses are eligible for reimbursement up to 50% of the eligible amount. Assistance is transferred directly into the beneficiary's bank account through DBT. Helps reduce the financial burden of house and land regularisation. Supports ST families in obtaining legally recognised housing rights. Eligibility Applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe community recognized in Goa. Total annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹5 lakh. Applicant must have already availed benefits under the Mhaje Ghar Yojana. A valid order for purchase or regularisation of the dwelling house and land must have been issued by the competent authority. The prescribed application form must be submitted along with required supporting documents. Eligible Mhaje Ghar Categories Section 38A of the Goa Land Revenue Code, 1968. Article 372-B of Legislative Diploma No. 2070 dated 15 April 1961. 20-Point Programme Scheme. Goa Regularization of Unauthorized Construction (Amendment) Act, 2025. Financial Assistance House Category Reimbursement Maximum Assistance Pre-1972 House 100% Reimbursement Up to ₹1,00,000 Post-1972 House 50% Reimbursement Up to ₹1,00,000 Documents Prescribed application form. Order issued by the competent authority for purchase or regularisation of the house and land. Payment receipt or challan under the Mhaje Ghar Yojana. House Tax Receipt. Recent photograph of the applicant with the house. Income Certificate. Scheduled Tribe Certificate. Aadhaar Card. Ration Card. Bank Passbook copy or bank mandate form. Self-declaration regarding authenticity of submitted information. Process to Apply Obtain the prescribed application form from the Directorate of Tribal Welfare or the concerned Deputy Director office. Fill in all personal, income and Mhaje Ghar-related details correctly. Attach all required supporting documents. Submit the completed application to the Directorate of Tribal Welfare, Panaji, or the concerned Deputy Director of Tribal Welfare. The department verifies the applicant's eligibility and submitted records. After approval, the reimbursement amount is sanctioned. The approved assistance is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT. Application Processing Verification of ST status and income eligibility. Scrutiny of purchase or regularisation orders. Verification of payment receipts and supporting records. Approval by the competent authority. Release of assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer. Important Points The scheme is exclusively for Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries of Goa. Financial assistance is provided only as reimbursement and not as advance payment. The annual family income limit is ₹5 lakh. The beneficiary must first obtain benefits under an eligible Mhaje Ghar route. The maximum reimbursement available under the scheme is ₹1 lakh. Incorrect information or forged documents may result in rejection and recovery of benefits. The scheme is initially valid for two years from the date of notification and may be extended by the Government. Important Links Directorate of Tribal Welfare, Goa GoaOnline Portal Mukhya Mantri Mhaje Ghar Notification & Form Contact Details Department: Directorate of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa Address: Shram Shakti Bhavan, 5th Floor, Patto, Panaji, Goa Phone: 0832-2438024 Email: dir-tw.goa@nic.in Application Assistance: Concerned Deputy Director of Tribal Welfare Office FAQs Q1. What is Goa Mukhya Mantri Janjatiya Mhaje Ghar Yojana?Goa Mukhya Mantri Janjatiya Mhaje Ghar Yojana is a reimbursement scheme that provides financial assistance to eligible Scheduled Tribe (ST) families who have purchased or regularised their dwelling house and land under the Goa Mhaje Ghar Yojana. Q2. Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?Scheduled Tribe residents of Goa who have already availed benefits under an approved Mhaje Ghar category, possess the required regularisation or purchase order, and have an annual family income of up to ₹5 lakh are eligible to apply. Q3. What is the maximum financial assistance available?Eligible beneficiaries can receive reimbursement of up to ₹1 lakh under the scheme. Q4. How much reimbursement is available for pre-1972 houses?For eligible houses constructed before 1972, beneficiaries can receive reimbursement of up to 100% of the eligible amount, subject to a maximum limit of ₹1 lakh. Q5. How much reimbursement is available for post-1972 houses?For eligible houses constructed after 1972, beneficiaries can receive reimbursement of up to 50% of the eligible amount, subject to a maximum limit of ₹1 lakh. Q6. What is the income limit for applicants?The total annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹5 lakh. Q7. How is the reimbursement amount paid?The approved financial assistance is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. Q8. Can applications be submitted online?No. Applications under the scheme are accepted only through the offline mode at the Directorate of Tribal Welfare or the concerned Deputy Director of Tribal Welfare office. Q9. Is this scheme different from the Mhaje Ghar Yojana?Yes. The Mhaje Ghar Yojana provides legal regularisation or ownership rights, whereas this scheme offers financial reimbursement to eligible ST beneficiaries after they have availed benefits under the Mhaje Ghar framework. Q10. Which documents are required for applying?Applicants generally need the Mhaje Ghar regularisation or purchase order, payment receipt, income certificate, ST certificate, Aadhaar card, ration card, bank account details, house photograph, and other prescribed documents. Q11. For how long will the scheme remain operational?The scheme is initially valid for two years from the date of notification, and the Government may extend its duration if required.