Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act

An employment scheme by the MoRD, providing provide at least 100 days of guaranteed wage employment in a financial year to every rural household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled work. Any Indian citizen above the age of 18 years and residing in a rural area can apply to this scheme.

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Benefits

Guaranteed employment within 15 days, wages paid within 15 days, travel allowance if worksite is over 5km away, workplace facilities including shade and drinking water

Administered by Ministry Of Rural Development

Eligible categories: General

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Scheme details may change over time. Please verify eligibility and benefits on official government websites. For help applying, visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or contact your elected representative.