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MGNREGA

100 days of guaranteed wage employment per year to every rural household.

Ministry of Rural Development · Last updated: July 2026
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Quick facts

Benefit
100 days/year guaranteed
Category
Employment
Level
Central
Published
Jul 2026

1 Scheme details

Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) provides 100 days of guaranteed wage employment per financial year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work.

Benefit
100 days/year guaranteed
Ministry
Ministry of Rural Development

2 Eligibility

  • Must be an Indian citizen meeting the scheme criteria.
  • Check specific eligibility requirements on the official portal.
  • Aadhaar may be required for DBT schemes.
  • Bank account linked with Aadhaar and mobile number.
  • Specific exclusions may apply based on income, landholding, or employment status.

3 How to apply

  1. Visit the official portal for this scheme.
  2. Register with your mobile number and Aadhaar.
  3. Fill in personal details carefully.
  4. Upload required documents.
  5. Submit and note the application reference number.