Jal Jeevan Mission 2026: Har Ghar Jal, JJM 2.0 Till 2028
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
Functional household tap connection.
Who Can Apply
All rural households.
Status / Deadline
Changed: extended to Dec 2028 as JJM 2.0 (Mar 2026) with focus on service delivery and O&M.
Official Portal
Helpline
See portal / State PHED
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
What is the Scheme?
Piped tap water to every rural home, with regular and safe supply.
Also known as: Har Ghar Nal, Har Ghar Jal
Who is it for?
All rural households.
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Functional household tap connection. | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
| 2 | Target: all 19.36 crore rural homes by Dec 2028. | Direct Support |
| 3 | Village water committees manage supply and O&M. | Direct Support |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Rural household. No individual subsidy form.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ None at central level; village plan decides.
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Check your village status on the JJM dashboard.
How to Apply Offline
- Talk to the Gram Panchayat / Village Water and Sanitation Committee (Pani Samiti) or the State PHED / Jal Nigam.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- JJM dashboard on jaljeevanmission.gov.in.
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://jaljeevanmission.gov.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | See portal / State PHED |
| Nodal Ministry | Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti |
Important Dates & Milestones
Extended to Dec 2028. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Do I pay for the tap connection?
Community contribution rules vary by State.
❓ Who maintains the supply?
Gram Panchayat / Pani Samiti, with State support.
❓ Water quality issue?
Report to the panchayat or PHED; testing labs are listed on the portal.
❓ Is there an online application?
No central individual form.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
- JJM portal: https://jaljeevanmission.gov.in/ [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- Cabinet: JJM extended to Dec 2028: https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/cabinet-approves-extension-of-jal-jeevan-mission-jjm-period-up-to-december-2028-with-enhanced-outlay-and-restructured-implementation-focusing-on-structural-reforms-in-rural-drinking-water-supply-sec/ [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- PIB on JJM 2.0: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2245008&lang=1®=3 [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
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