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PM Ujjwala Yojana - Clean Cooking Fuel
Complete 2026 guide to PM Ujjwala: Free LPG connections for 10Cr+ BPL women, refill subsidies, eligibility via SECC database, and distributor application process.
Last updated: 8 March 2026
Overview
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), launched in 2016, aims to provide deposit-free LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households, safeguarding their health from smoke inhalation. The scheme has delivered 10.34 crore connections by 2026, with Phase 2 extending benefits to forward caste women and migrant households.
Each beneficiary receives one free LPG connection with the first subsidized refill, plus a pressure regulator, safety hose, and pamphlet. Phase 2 offers 12 subsidized refills annually at ₹200 discount each. The program targets smoke-free kitchens, reducing health costs by 80% for women and children while promoting clean energy transition. Aadhaar authentication ensures transparent delivery through 75,000+ distributors nationwide.
Who is Eligible?
- Adult woman as head of BPL family (SECC 2011 list)
- No existing LPG connection in household name
- SC/ST/obc/women-headed households priority
- Phase 2: Forward caste BPL women also eligible
- Migrant households without permanent address
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of adult woman (mandatory)
- BPL/AAY Ration Card
- Bank account passbook (DBT)
- Photograph of applicant
- Verification by distributor/Gram Panchayat
Process & Guidelines
Step 1: Visit nearest LPG distributor or apply via ujjwala.gov.in
Step 2: Fill application form with Aadhaar and BPL details
Step 3: Distributor verifies SECC/BPL status
Step 4: Receive connection kit (stove not included)
Step 5: First refill free; subsequent at subsidized rate
Step 6: Track application via SMS/portal