Water & Sanitation
Jal Jeevan Mission - Har Ghar Nal Se Jal
Complete 2026 guide to JJM: Tap water to all 19 crore rural households by 2024 extended 2026 with IoT monitoring and 55LPCD supply.
Last updated: 3/8/2026
Overview
Why launched: Only 17% rural households had tap water 2019. Jal Jeevan Mission aims 100% coverage by 2024 (achieved 75% by 2026) at ₹3.6 lakh crore investment.
Core Benefits: 55 liters/person/day safe water within premises. JJM funds 50-90% based on state category. Community ownership via VWSC. IoT sensors for quality monitoring.
Success Stats: 14 crore households covered, 11 crore villages ODF plus.
Who is Eligible?
- All rural households uncovered
- Villages without PWS systems
- SC/ST majority habitations
- Water scarce areas priority
- 100% village coverage mandatory
Documents Required
- Gram sabha resolution
- Household list verification
- Water source details
- Contribution collection record
- O&M fund creation
How to Apply
- 1Step 1: District water plan preparation
- 2Step 2: Village action plan Gram Sabha
- 3Step 3: Tender source development
- 4Step 4: Pipeline + household connection
- 5Step 5: VWSC formation training
- 6Step 6: IoT monitoring dashboard