PM Ujjwala Yojana 2.0: Free LPG Connection and Cylinder Refill Rules

The Promise: A smoke-free kitchen. A free gas connection, a free stove, and the first cylinder free. The Trap: "Click here to unlock your ₹900 subsidy" links that steal your bank details.

PM Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 isn't just about a cylinder; it's about dignity. But getting it requires navigating a specific process.

1. Who is Eligible? (The 3-Point Check)

1. Gender: Applicant must be a Woman (18+ years).
2. History: There should be no other LPG connection in the same household (ration card).
3. Category: SC/ST, Awas Yojana Beneficiary, Antyodaya, OR simply a "Poor Household" (verified via 14-point declaration).

[!warning] Scam Radar

• Red Flag: "Pay ₹1,000 for Ujjwala Registration Card." (Registration is FREE).
• Red Flag: "Ujjwala cash transfer scheme" links on WhatsApp.
• Action: Report phishing links to 1930.

2. How to Apply (The Safe Way)

Method A: Online (Do it yourself)

1. Visit pmuy.gov.in.
2. Click on "Apply for New Ujjwala 2.0 Connection".
3. Choose your distributor (Indane, Bharat Gas, or HP).
4. Fill the form and upload documents (Aadhaar + Ration Card).

Method B: Offline (Go to the source) Print the KYC form from the portal and visit your nearest gas agency. Do not go to a "middleman" or internet cafe agent.

3. The "Biometric" Update

Recently, there has been confusion about eKYC. Fact: To continue receiving subsidies, you MUST complete biometric authentication at your gas agency. This is to weed out "ghost" connections. If your subsidy has stopped, this is mostly the reason.

4. Migrant Workers Benefit

Ujjwala 2.0 allows migrant workers to get a connection without a permanent address proof (like a Ration card of that city). A simple self-declaration is enough. Use this provision if you have moved for work.