Understanding the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS)
The Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme ( CLSS) is a government initiative designed to make housing affordable for everyone, especially those belonging to the economically weaker sections of society. This scheme is part of the larger Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) introduced by the Indian government. What is CLSS? CLSS aims to provide interest subsidies on home loans taken by eligible beneficiaries. This means that if you qualify for the scheme, you can get a discount on the interest rate of your home loan, making it easier to buy or construct a house. Who can benefit from CLSS? The scheme targets various sections of society. It is divided into three main categories: Economically Weaker Section (EWS) : Households with an annual income up to ₹3 lakh. Lower Income Group (LIG) : Households with an annual income between ₹3 lakh and ₹6 lakh. Middle Income Group (MIG) : This is further divided into MIG I and MIG II: MIG I: Households with an annual income between ₹6 lakh and ₹12 lakh. MIG I...