About the Scheme
PMUY provides free LPG connections to BPL women to replace biomass cooking fuels. PMUY 2.0 (2021) extended to migrants. As of Nov 2025: 10.33 crore connections; Cabinet approved 25 lakh more connections (total 10.58 crore). ₹12,000 crore subsidy approved for FY2025-26. Budget: ₹300/cylinder subsidy.
Target Beneficiaries: 10.33 crore BPL women beneficiaries (Nov 2025); 25 lakh additional approved; SC/ST/OBC/migrants eligible under PMUY 2.0
Key Features
- Free LPG connection for BPL women (deposit-free; first refill and chulha also free)
- PMUY 2.0 (Aug 2021): migrants eligible with self-declaration of address (no proof required)
- 10.33 crore connections given (Nov 2025); 25 lakh more approved — total 10.58 crore
- ₹300/cylinder targeted subsidy for PMUY beneficiaries; ₹12,000 crore approved for FY2025-26
- Cost per new connection: ₹2,050; total spend ₹676 crore for 25 lakh connections
- EMI facility for subsequent cylinder refills through oil marketing companies
- Special focus on 112 Aspirational Districts and tribal/forest areas
Eligibility Criteria
- Women above 18 years belonging to BPL families
- Names available in SECC-2011 database
- No LPG connection in the household name
- Adult women member is the applicant and connection holder