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CentralEmploymentCentral Scheme
MGNREGA
Managed by: Ministry of Rural Development (Department of Rural Development)
About the Scheme
MGNREGA guarantees 100 days of wage employment per year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer for unskilled manual work.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •100 days guaranteed wage employment per rural household per year
- •Minimum wages as per state notification
- •Unemployment allowance if work not provided within 15 days
- •Worksite facilities (crèche, drinking water, shade)
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyIndian citizen in rural area
Age LimitsAdult members of rural household (18+)
Family Income CapNo income limit
Social Class / CategoryAll
Additional Prerequisites
- Must be willing to do unskilled manual work
- Job card mandatory
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your online application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1
Apply at nrega.nic.in
1
Apply at Gram Panchayat for Job Card issuance
2
Request work in writing to Gram Panchayat
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Adult members of rural households willing to do manual work
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Urban residents
Common Rejection Reasons
- •Not a rural resident
- •Job card not issued
Recent Updates & Changes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many days of work guaranteed?
100 days per household per financial year.
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Scheme Details
State / CentralCentral Government
AuthorityDepartment of Rural Development
SubcategoryRural Employment Guarantee
Launch DateFebruary 2006
Target Beneficiarygeneral, farmers
Official Helpline1800-111-555