The Goa Government has launched a new housing-and-land-rights scheme known as Majhe Ghar Scheme Goa, which means My Home. The behind launching this scheme is to recognise, regularise and grant legal rights to people who live in houses on state or community land. Basically, under this scheme, the government will give them official ownership rights through a document called a Class I Sanad. Once they get this, their house will become legally recognised, and they won’t have to worry about losing it in the future. So, to know more about this scheme in detail, keep reading this article till the end.
Motive of the Majhe Ghar Scheme
The main goal behind launching Majhe Ghar Scheme is to make sure that every Goan family can proudly say that the house they live in truly belongs to them. As you know, many families have lived in the same house for generations, but due to missing documents or unclear land titles, their homes were never officially theirs. So this scheme fixes this problem. Also, through this scheme government wants to give legal ownership to people who live on government or comunidade land, Also to bring peace and security to people who fear eviction.
Key Highlights of Goa Majhe Ghar Scheme 2025
| Scheme Name | Goa Mhaje Ghar Scheme 2025 |
| Launched by | Government of Goa |
| Beneficiaries | Goans living in houses built before 28 February 2014 on government or comunidade land |
| Main Goal | To give legal ownership rights to people living in houses built on government or comunidade land without proper documents |
| Type of Ownership Given | Class I Sanad |
| Transfer/Selling Rule | The house cannot be sold or transferred for 20 years without government permission |
| Proof Needed | Bills, tax receipts, ID proof, and documents showing the house existed before 2014 |
| Expected Beneficiaries | Around 11 lakh people |
| Launch Year | 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
- The house should be on government or comunidade land
- The house must have been built before 28 February 2014
- The total area of the house should not exceed the limits set by the government.
- The applicant must show proof that they have been living there for many years
Number of Beneficiaries
- The scheme is quite large so the government expects that:
- Around 11 lakh people could benefit.
- In the first phase, about 50,000 homes are expected to be regularised.
Detailed Fee Structure
The fees depend on when the house was built and where it is located.
On Government Land
- Built before 1972 → ₹25 per square meter
- Built between 1973–1986 → 50% of the official land rate
- Built between 1987–2000 → 75% of the official land rate
- Built between 2001–2014 → 100% of the official land rate
On Comunidade Land
- Same as above, but with an extra 20% charge
Required Documents
- Aadhar Card or Voter ID
- Electricity or water bills
- House tax receipts or survey records
- Proof that the house existed before 2014
- Land details like survey number or plot number
- Consent letter from the comunidade
- Filled application form of the Mhaje Ghar Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Under this scheme you will get a legal ownership certificate called sanad.
- You can use that document to take bank loans or build a new house legally.
- Also, you don’t have to fear losing your home.
- Your property value will increase because it’s now legally recognised.
- You can plan your family’s future more safely
Salient Features
- It gives long-awaited ownership rights to Goans
- It covers both government and comunidade lands.
- It helps old families who have stayed in the same home for decades
- It creates a proper and fair record of land ownership.
Application Process
- Visit the official website of the Goa Housing Board at https://ghb.goa.gov.in/.
- Click on form and Fill in all details like name, address, income, and category carefully.
- Attach the required documents such as ID proof, income certificate, and photographs
- Submit the form either online or at the Housing Board office.
- After verification, the eligible applicants will be shortlisted.
- Once selected, the applicant will be notified and must complete the payment or loan process to take possession.
Helpline Number
- Goa Housing Board Helpline: 0832-2432726
- Office Address: Goa Housing Board, Porvorim, Goa – 403521
FAQs
Who can apply for the Goa Mhaje Ghar Scheme 2025?
Any Goan resident who does not own a house and falls under the EWS, LIG, or MIG income categories can apply.
Can NRIs of Goan origin apply?
No, the scheme is meant only for residents currently living in Goa
How will the houses be allotted?
Allotment will be done through a transparent draw of lots after document verification
Neha Sharma is an experienced content writer with 4 years of expertise in government schemes and public welfare programs. She shares in-depth, well-researched, and verified information from official government sources to help readers stay informed about the latest yojanas.