Question 1

How much does it cost to construct a house in India in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Construction cost in India typically ranges from about ₹1,650 per sq.ft for standard quality to ₹2,750+ per sq.ft for luxury, varying by city, foundation and finishes. Use the NirmanDwar calculator for an accurate estimate.

Question 2

How much cement and steel is needed per square foot?

Accepted Answer

As a thumb rule, roughly 0.4 bags of cement and 4 kg of steel are needed per sq.ft of built-up area, along with ~1.2 cu.ft sand, ~1.35 cu.ft aggregate and ~8 bricks per sq.ft.

Question 3

What is the PMAY subsidy for home construction?

Accepted Answer

Under PMAY CLSS, eligible EWS/LIG families can get up to ₹2.67 lakh interest subsidy, MIG-I up to ₹2.35 lakh and MIG-II up to ₹2.30 lakh, subject to income and carpet area limits.