What do you get under Rural job guarantee?
Up to 125 days of paid work a year for every rural household whose adults are willing to do unskilled manual work, at the wage rate notified for your state. It replaced MGNREGA (100 days) from 1 July 2026.
Wage rates are notified state by state; check the official site for your state’s current rate.
Who is eligible for Rural job guarantee?
- Adult members (18+) of a rural household willing to do unskilled manual work.
- You need a job card from your gram panchayat.
Documents needed for Rural job guarantee
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Rural job guarantee
- Apply for a job card at your gram panchayat (existing MGNREGA job cards carry over).
- Ask for work in writing and keep the dated receipt.
- Wages are paid to your bank account.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Rural job guarantee?
Adult members (18+) of a rural household willing to do unskilled manual work. You need a job card from your gram panchayat.
How much do I get under Rural job guarantee?
Up to 125 days of paid work a year for every rural household whose adults are willing to do unskilled manual work, at the wage rate notified for your state. It replaced MGNREGA (100 days) from 1 July 2026. Wage rates are notified state by state; check the official site for your state’s current rate.
What documents do I need for Rural job guarantee?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Passport-size photo; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Job card (rural employment).
How do I apply for Rural job guarantee?
Apply for a job card at your gram panchayat (existing MGNREGA job cards carry over). Ask for work in writing and keep the dated receipt. Wages are paid to your bank account. Official site: https://vbgramg.dord.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Rural job guarantee?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
- VB-G RAM G official site, Ministry of Rural Development
- MGNREGA portal (old NREGASoft)
- Govt of West Bengal portal: job cards under VB-G RAM G / MGNREGS (central scheme summary, updated June 2026)
Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.