In shortPM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana is a Rs 7,395.55 crore Centrally Sponsored Scheme approved on 28 October 2026 for 2026-27 to 2030-31. It strengthens Panchayats through development planning, training of about 32 lakh representatives, citizen awareness and online audits. It has no individual cash benefit.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry of Panchayati Raj
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2026
- Last date
- Scheme period 2026-27 to 2030-31
- Helpline
- Contact your State Panchayati Raj department
What is PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana?
The Union Cabinet approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana on 28 October 2026 as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31, running alongside the Sixteenth Finance Commission period. Its total outlay is Rs 7,395.55 crore, of which the Centre bears Rs 4,869.48 crore and the states Rs 2,526.07 crore.
What it aims to do
The scheme is meant to strengthen grassroots governance and local planning in villages. It focuses on raising citizen awareness of government schemes, building the capacity of elected Panchayat representatives, and improving transparency, accountability and the own-source revenue of Panchayats.
Annual targets
- 2.55 lakh Gram Panchayat Development Plans uploaded on the eGramSwaraj portal.
- Awareness drives reaching at least 1 crore citizens.
- Training for about 32 lakh elected representatives, functionaries and stakeholders.
- At least 2.55 lakh online audit plans through AuditOnline.
- PANCHAM, an AI-enabled multilingual communication platform in 17 languages.
Who it covers and how it works
It covers Panchayats and traditional local bodies in all States and UTs, including areas outside Part IX of the Constitution. States and UTs submit Annual Action Plans, which a Central Empowered Committee appraises and approves. No permanent posts will be created, though states may hire contractual staff at state, district and block levels.
This is not a scheme individuals apply to. As a villager, you benefit by taking part in your Gram Sabha and in preparing your Gram Panchayat Development Plan. Separately, the Sixteenth Finance Commission has recommended about Rs 4.35 lakh crore in grants for rural local bodies over the same period.
Source: Cabinet decision of 28 October 2026 (pmindia.gov.in).
What you get
Funds and support for Panchayats to prepare development plans, train elected representatives, run citizen awareness drives and strengthen audits and own revenue. It is an institutional scheme with no direct cash benefit to individuals.
Who is eligible
Panchayats and traditional local bodies in all States and UTs (over 2.55 lakh), and about 32 lakh elected representatives, functionaries and stakeholders.
Documents you need
Not applicable for individuals. States and UTs submit Annual Action Plans.
How to apply
State Governments and UT Administrations submit Annual Action Plans, which are appraised and approved by a Central Empowered Committee. Citizens take part through Gram Sabhas and Gram Panchayat Development Plans.
Frequently asked questions
When was PM Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana approved?
The Union Cabinet approved it on 28 October 2026.
What is the outlay?
Rs 7,395.55 crore: Rs 4,869.48 crore from the Centre and Rs 2,526.07 crore from states.
What is the scheme period?
Can individuals apply?
No. It funds Panchayats and training. Citizens take part through Gram Sabhas and Gram Panchayat Development Plans.
What is PANCHAM?
An AI-enabled multilingual communication platform in 17 languages planned under the scheme.
Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.
