The Punjab Government has launched the Apni Zameen Apna Ghar Scheme 2025 under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. This initiative is part of her “Housing for All” vision, aiming to grant 3-marla free residential plots to homeless and low-income families across 19 districts of Punjab.
- Overview of the AZAG Scheme
- Main Objectives of AZAG Program
- Eligibility Criteria for AZAG 2025
- Documents Required for Scrutiny Committee
- District Quota for 3 Marla Plots – Phase 1
- How to Apply for AZAG Program 2025
- Common Mistakes That Can Cancel Your Application
- Feedback & Complaint Portal
- Why This Scheme Matters
- Phase 2 of Apni Zameen Apna Ghar Scheme
- Conclusion
Overview of the AZAG Scheme
- The scheme is managed by the Punjab Housing & Town Planning Agency (PHATA) under the Housing, Urban Development, and Public Health Engineering Department (HUD & PHED).
- In its first phase, 2,000 plots will be allocated across 23 schemes in 19 districts.
- These plots are provided free of cost, meaning beneficiaries receive full ownership without needing to pay for the land itself.
Main Objectives of AZAG Program
- Reduce homelessness in both urban and rural Punjab
- Provide land ownership to families who cannot afford property
- Empower women by allowing them to be joint applicants
- Ensure transparency in allotment through a scrutiny-based process
This initiative is designed as a welfare measure to give underprivileged families dignity, stability, and a permanent home.
Eligibility Criteria for AZAG 2025
Applicants must satisfy the following:
- Be a permanent resident of Punjab with a valid CNIC
- Must not own any residential property anywhere in Pakistan
- Belong to a low-income household, verified via NADRA and local data
- Priority is given to widows, orphans, laborers, and people with disabilities
- Submit complete documentation by the deadline
- Any false or incomplete information leads to disqualification
Documents Required for Scrutiny Committee
Applicants who applied before 16 July 2025 must submit required documents to their District Deputy Commissioner Office or PHATA Field Office by 30 October 2025. Required documents include:
- CNIC of applicant & spouse (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (to prove Punjab residency)
- Affidavit on Rs. 200 e-stamp paper declaring financial details
- Proof of non-ownership of property
- Police character certificate from local authorities
- Any additional documents demanded by the scrutiny committee
Missing deadlines or incomplete paperwork may disqualify the application.
District Quota for 3 Marla Plots – Phase 1
A list of districts and number of plots allocated:
| # | District | Scheme / Notes | Number of Plots |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jhelum | ADS-IV & ADS-I | 727 & 3 |
| 2 | Kasur | ADS Pattoki | 388 |
| 3 | Faisalabad | ADS Mamukanjan | 257 |
| 4 | Lodhran | ADS Lodhran | 218 |
| 5 | Okara | ADS Renal Khurd II & ADS Okara | 128 & 2 |
| 6 | Layyah | 3-Marla Housing Scheme (Extension) | 55 |
| 7 | Bhakkar | 03-Marla Housing Scheme & ADS-II | 36 & 16 |
| 8 | Sahiwal | 03‐Marla Housing Scheme | 33 |
| 9 | Sargodha | 3-M Sillan Wali | 25 |
| 10 | Khushab | 03-Marla Housing Scheme Jauharabad | 24 |
| 11 | Bahawalnagar | ADS Bahawalnagar | 20 |
| 12 | Mandi Bahauddin | ADS Mandi Bahauddin | 17 |
| 13 | Rajanpur | ADS Rajanpur | 15 |
| 14 | Attock | ADS Hazro | 11 |
| 15 | Gujrat | 03-Marla Housing Scheme | 8 |
| 16 | Bahawalpur | ADS-I (Extension) & ADS-I (Existing) | 6 & 1 |
| 17 | Vehari | 03-Marla Vehari | 4 |
| 18 | Jhang | ADS Jhang | 4 |
| 19 | Chiniot | ADS Chiniot | 2 |
Total: 2,000 plots
How to Apply for AZAG Program 2025
To apply:
- Visit the official portal: azag.punjab.gov.pk
- Register a new account or log in with existing credentials
- Fill out the application form: personal info, CNIC, income details, etc.
- Upload required documents (scanned)
- Review your information carefully and submit
- Track application status via the portal dashboard
Common Mistakes That Can Cancel Your Application
- Submitting multiple applications under the same CNIC
- Providing false income or property information
- Missing deadlines for submission
- Failing to meet eligibility criteria
Once disqualified in a phase, reapplying in that phase isn’t usually allowed.
Feedback & Complaint Portal
Applicants can submit feedback or complaints via the official AZAG website. Required information includes:
- Name, father’s name
- Contact number, CNIC
- Email, division, district
- CAPTCHA verification before finalization
Why This Scheme Matters
- Own your plot: 3-marla plots granted free of cost give security and dignity to underprivileged families.
- Reduce stress of rent: For many, owning a home means they won’t have to pay rent.
- Curb urban migration: With improved housing in smaller districts, fewer people need to move to big cities.
- Boost living standards: Infrastructure development in these schemes can improve local amenities.
Phase 2 of Apni Zameen Apna Ghar Scheme
- Following Phase 1, Phase 2 is expected to include new districts: Muzaffargarh, Rawalpindi, Sheikhupura, Narowal, etc.
- Around 5,000 additional 3-marla plots may be added.
- Official announcements will be published on the AZAG portal — applicants must stay updated.
Conclusion
The Apni Zameen Apna Ghar Scheme 2025 is a landmark initiative by the Punjab government offering life-changing opportunity for poor families. If you qualify and act early, you may secure a free 3-marla plot in your district. Just make sure to gather and submit all required documents by the deadline and follow the official portal instructions carefully.
