PM JUGA Scheme 2026: Benefits, Budget, Villages List @ tribal.nic.in
PM JUGA Scheme 2026 - Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan, 63,843 Tribal Villages, Budget Rs 79,156 Crore, Benefits List
PM JUGA Scheme 2026: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM JUGA) also known as Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) is a flagship tribal development mission launched by PM Narendra Modi on 2nd October 2024 from Hazaribagh, Jharkhand. This is biggest tribal village development mission in India after independence with total budget Rs 79,156 Crore for 5 years (2024-2029). The scheme is implemented by 17 Ministries together and monitored on PM Gati Shakti Portal. Nodal Ministry is Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
📌 Quick Update 2026: PM-JUGA targets 63,843 tribal villages in 549 districts, 2911 blocks, 30 States/UTs, benefiting 5+ crore tribal people with saturation of 25 interventions - Pucca house, tap water, electricity, LPG, road, mobile medical unit, anganwadi, hostel and internet in every selected village.
PM JUGA Scheme Key Highlights - Overview
| Scheme Name | PM JUGA - Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan / Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) |
| Launch Date & Place | 2nd October 2024, Hazaribagh, Jharkhand by PM Narendra Modi |
| Total Budget | Rs 79,156 Crore (Central Share Rs 56,333 Cr + State Share Rs 22,823 Cr) |
| Villages Covered | 63,843 tribal majority villages |
| Districts & Blocks | 549 Districts, 2911 Blocks across 30 States/UTs |
| Beneficiaries | 5+ Crore Tribal Population (ST Population) |
| Duration | 2024-25 to 2028-29 (5 Years) |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) |
| Implementing Ministries | 17 Ministries (Rural Development, Jal Shakti, Power, Petroleum, Road, Health, WCD, Education, Telecom, Tourism etc) |
| Monitoring Portal | PM Gati Shakti Portal + tribal.nic.in |
| Official Website | tribal.nic.in / pib.gov.in (PIB Release ID 2226311 dated 11 Feb 2026) |
What is PM JUGA Scheme 2026? - Full Form & Meaning
PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan is not a single benefit scheme like PMAY or Ujjwala, but a saturation mission. The aim is to ensure every eligible tribal household in selected 63,843 villages gets ALL benefits - No eligible family left out. This is called "Saturation Approach" - If your village is selected, 100% eligible families will get pucca house, tap water, electricity, LPG, road, mobile medical unit, anganwadi, hostel and internet.
Earlier tribal schemes worked in silo - PMAY gives house but no water. PM JUGA ensures house + water + electricity + road + health + education together in same village in same time by 17 ministries together. This is why budget is Rs 79,156 Crore - Biggest ever.
Objectives & Benefits of PM JUGA Scheme - 25 Interventions List
PM JUGA has 25 interventions / benefits across 17 ministries - Here is complete list with target:
| Benefit / Intervention | Ministry / Scheme Linked | Target Under PM JUGA |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Pucca House | Ministry of Rural Development - PMAY-G | 20 Lakh pucca houses for eligible ST families - Rs 1.20 lakh plain, Rs 1.30 lakh for Hill areas (Assam Hill) |
| 2. Tap Water (Har Ghar Jal) | Jal Shakti - Jal Jeevan Mission | Tap water in every tribal village + 5000 tribal hamlets with piped water where not feasible |
| 3. Electricity Connection | Ministry of Power - RDSS | 2.35 Lakh unelectrified households + Electrify public institutions (Schools, PHCs, Anganwadi) |
| 4. LPG Connection | Petroleum - PM Ujjwala Yojana | 25 Lakh new LPG connections + Free first refill + Stove |
| 5. Connecting Roads | Rural Development - PMGSY | 25,000 KM pucca roads connecting tribal villages to main road |
| 6. Mobile Medical Units | Health Ministry - NHM | 1000 Mobile Medical Units (MMU) where sub-centre >10 KM away - Doctor + Medicine van |
| 7. Anganwadi Centres | WCD Ministry | 2000 New Anganwadi Centres + 6000 Existing Upgradation with Poshan & Child Care |
| 8. Hostels for Tribal Students | Education - Samagra Shiksha | 1000 Hostels (500 Boys + 500 Girls) for tribal students in Ashram Schools, Eklavya Model Schools |
| 9. Internet & Broadband | Telecom - BharatNet | Broadband / 4G connectivity in 5000 tribal villages with BharatNet OFC + Mobile towers |
| 10. Tribal Marketing & Homestay | Tourism + TRIFED | 1000 Tribal Multipurpose Marketing Centres (TMMCs) + 1000 Homestays - Rs 5 lakh for new homestay room, Rs 3 lakh for renovation, Rs 5 lakh for community |
| 11. Ayushman Bharat Card | Health | Free Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY Card (Rs 5 Lakh health insurance) for every tribal household - Saturation |
| 12. Forest Rights (FRA Patta) | Tribal Affairs + Forest | Forest Rights Act patta for 22 lakh FRA holders linked to livelihood + MSP for MFP |
| 13. Education Infrastructure | Education | Upgrade Ashram Schools, Eklavya Schools, Skill centres |
| 14. Poshan Vatika | AYUSH Ministry | Nutrition garden in Anganwadi with medicinal plants |
Eligibility & Village Selection Criteria - Which Villages Covered?
Villages are NOT selected randomly. Selection based on Antyodaya gap analysis and ST population % as per Census 2011 & Tribal Affairs data:
| Area Type | Village Selection Criteria | Example for Assam |
|---|---|---|
| Plains Area | Population 500+ and 50%+ ST population in village | Bodoland villages with Bodo population 50%+ |
| North-East & Hill States (Assam included) | Population 250+ and 50%+ ST population - Relaxation for Hill | Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao villages - 250+ population enough |
| LWE Affected Districts | Population 100+ eligible - Even small villages covered if tribal majority | Not applicable much in Assam but in Jharkhand/Chhattisgarh |
| Aspirational Blocks | Blocks with 50+ tribal persons also included even if village not 50% ST | Some blocks in Kokrajhar, Chirang aspirational blocks |
Total 63,843 villages finalized - List available at tribal.nic.in -> PM JUGA Dashboard -> Village List. You can check your village name block wise.
PM JUGA Scheme Benefits in Assam - District Wise
In Assam, tribal majority villages in Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao, Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Udalguri, Goalpara, Sonitpur, Lakhimpur and other districts will benefit under PM JUGA. As per Tribal Affairs data, Assam has approx 3,500+ tribal majority villages eligible under PM JUGA criteria.
Special Benefits for Assam Hills:
- PMAY-G House: Rs 1.30 lakh per house in Hill areas (Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao) vs Rs 1.20 lakh plain - Rs 10,000 extra for hill transport cost
- Roads: PMGSY roads in Karbi Anglong & Dima Hasao - Hill roads cost 2x but under PM JUGA full funding
- Internet: 4G tower under BharatNet in remote tribal villages - Assam already getting 200+ new towers in tribal areas
- Homestay Scheme: Assam tribal homestay in Kaziranga fringe, Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao - State Tourism Dept implementing - Up to Rs 5 lakh subsidy for new rooms for tourists - Good income source for tribal youth
- Forest Rights Patta: In Assam, FRA patta holders in Kokrajhar, Chirang linking with Rubber plantation, Bamboo plantation under DAJGUA livelihood
- Ayushman Card: Free Rs 5 Lakh health insurance card for every tribal household in selected villages - Saturation camp happening in PHCs
How to Apply for PM JUGA Scheme 2026? - Step by Step Process
Important: There is NO direct online application for PM JUGA like PMAY or Ujjwala. The scheme works on saturation mode via Gram Sabha. District Administration identifies villages and implements through Block Development Officer (BDO) and Gram Panchayat.
Tribal families should do this:
- Check if your village is in PM JUGA List: Visit tribal.nic.in -> PM JUGA / DAJGUA Dashboard -> State -> District -> Block -> Village List (63,843 list). Or contact your Gaon Panchayat Secretary.
- Contact Gram Panchayat / BDO: Go to your Gaon Panchayat Office or Block Development Officer (BDO) office - Ask "Is our village selected under PM JUGA / Dharti Aaba Abhiyan?" - Panchayat has full list.
- Ensure your name in SECC / Beneficiary List: For PMAY house - Name must be in SECC 2011 list / Awas+ list. For Ujjwala LPG - SECC list. For Ayushman - SECC / PM-JAY list. Update your Aadhaar, Ration Card, Bank Account linking.
- Attend Gram Sabha Meeting: PM JUGA benefits are finalized in Gram Sabha meeting - Panchayat calls Gram Sabha for PM JUGA - Attend and give your demand - "We need house, water, road" - Your name will be included in gap analysis.
- For Homestay Scheme (Tourism Income): If you want to open tribal homestay for tourists, apply through State Tourism Department, Assam - Directorate of Tourism, Guwahati + District Tourism Officer. Documents: ST certificate, Land patta, Aadhaar, Bank account, Photo of house. Scheme: Up to Rs 5 lakh for new homestay rooms (2 rooms), Rs 3 lakh for renovation of old house, Rs 5 lakh for community homestay.
- No Agent / No Fee: PM JUGA is completely free, no agent, no fee. If anyone asks money in name of PM JUGA, complain to BDO / Deputy Commissioner / tribal.nic.in grievance.
PM JUGA vs PM JANMAN Scheme - Difference Explained
| Parameter | PM JANMAN Scheme (2023) | PM JUGA / DAJGUA Scheme (2024) - NEW |
|---|---|---|
| Full Form | PM Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) Development Mission | PM Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan / Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan |
| Launch Date | 15 Nov 2023 (Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas) | 2 Oct 2024 (Gandhi Jayanti) |
| Target Group | Only 75 PVTGs (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) - Most backward tribals - 18 States | ALL tribal majority villages (50%+ ST) - 63,843 villages - 30 States/UTs |
| Budget | Rs 24,104 Crore (3 Years) | Rs 79,156 Crore (5 Years) - 3 Times Bigger |
| Interventions / Benefits | 11 Interventions | 25 Interventions (House + Water + Electricity + Road + Health + Education + Internet + Tourism etc) |
| Villages Covered | Only PVTG habitations (Approx 22,000 villages) | 63,843 villages - Much bigger |
| Relation | PM JANMAN is part of PM JUGA now - Both run together - PVTG villages get double focus | PM JUGA is umbrella - Includes PM JANMAN + All tribal villages |
Official Website & How to Check Village List?
- Official Websites: tribal.nic.in (Ministry of Tribal Affairs Official), pib.gov.in (PIB Press Release ID 2226311 dated 11 Feb 2026 for PM JUGA)
- Dashboard: PM Gati Shakti Portal - PM JUGA Monitoring Dashboard (State/District/Block/Village wise progress)
- How to Check Village List: tribal.nic.in -> Schemes -> Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan -> Beneficiary / Village List -> Select State Assam -> Select District -> Select Block -> See if your village in list
- Grievance: If your village is tribal majority but not in list, you can submit representation to Deputy Commissioner (DC) -> DC will forward to Ministry of Tribal Affairs via State Tribal Department
FAQs - PM JUGA Scheme 2026
Q1. What is PM JUGA full form?
Ans: Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan, also called Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) - Named after Birsa Munda (Dharti Aaba).
Q2. What is the budget of PM JUGA Scheme?
Ans: Rs 79,156 crore for 5 years (2024-2029) - Centre Rs 56,333 Cr + State Rs 22,823 Cr. Biggest tribal budget ever.
Q3. How many villages under PM JUGA?
Ans: 63,843 tribal majority villages in 549 districts, 2911 blocks across 30 States/UTs, benefiting 5+ crore tribal people.
Q4. How to apply for PM JUGA Scheme 2026?
Ans: No direct online application. Scheme is saturation based. District administration selects villages from 63,843 list. Contact your Gaon Panchayat / BDO, check if village in list at tribal.nic.in, attend Gram Sabha, ensure name in SECC / Awas / Ujjwala list.
Q5. What are benefits for Assam tribal villages?
Ans: In Assam, Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao, Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa, Udalguri tribal villages get PMAY house Rs 1.30 lakh (hill), free Ayushman card, tap water, electricity, 25,000 km road, mobile medical unit, anganwadi, hostel, internet, homestay subsidy Rs 5 lakh.
Q6. What is difference between PM JUGA and PM JANMAN?
Ans: PM JANMAN (2023) was only for 75 PVTGs (Most backward tribals) with 11 benefits and Rs 24,104 Cr budget. PM JUGA (2024) is for ALL tribal majority villages with 25 benefits and Rs 79,156 Cr budget - Bigger and includes JANMAN.
Q7. What is official website of PM JUGA?
Ans: tribal.nic.in and pib.gov.in - PIB Release ID 2226311 dated 11 Feb 2026 has full details.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purpose based on Ministry of Tribal Affairs official website tribal.nic.in and PIB Press Release ID 2226311 dated 11 Feb 2026 and PM JUGA Guidelines. FutureAxom.in is not official website of Government of India or Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Please verify from official website tribal.nic.in before taking any decision. We are not responsible for any error. Always contact your BDO / Gaon Panchayat for official information.
Written by FutureAxom.in Team | Update: September 2026 | Source: PIB Release ID 2226311, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, tribal.nic.in | Kokrajhar, Assam
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