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The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched the much-awaited DDA Premium Housing Scheme 2026, one of the finest real estate offerings in recent
years.
As part of the 2026 premium housing plan, the DDA is offering 582 residential apartments and parking garages in the High-Income Group (HIG), Middle-Income Group (MIG), Lower-Income Group (LIG), Janta, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories.
Additionally, the offer includes car and scooter garages in key Delhi locations, expanding the options available to investors and potential buyers.
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The scheme spans several well-connected and established neighbourhoods including:
- HIG apartments with spacious plinth spaces and prime locations in Jasola, Rohini, Vasant Kunj, Ghazipur, and Dwarka.
- MIG units at Dwarka, Jahangirpuri, Loknayakpuram, Nand Nagri, Dilshad Garden, Madhipur, and other places.
- LIG units spread through Karol Bagh, Dev Nagar, Dwarka, Mansarovar Park, Mukarji Park, Rohini, Rampura, Paschim Vihar, Shalimar Bagh, and Vikaspuri.
- Janta and EWS flats, including units in Shahpur Jat, Ashok Nagar (Faiz Road), Kondli Gharoli and Nasirpur Dwarka.
- Garages are also being auctioned in areas like Pitampura, Rohini, Mall Road and Ashok Vihar.
The reserve prices range widely depending on location, size, and category; HIG apartments attract higher base values, while LIG and Janta sectors provide more reasonably priced possibilities. Under the initiative, apartments beginning at ₹12.63 lakh are being offered in prominent locales, such as Dwarka Mor. The e-auction bids will decide the final prices.
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The authority has also ensured excellent connection with proximity of many units to vital infrastructure, with some apartments only 100 meters from metro stations.
E-Auction and registration details
The scheme operates entirely through online e-auction, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding environment. Here are the important details for participation:
- Registration and Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) submission begins on January 14, 2026 (11:00 AM).
- Individual buyers must apply online and pay a non-refundable booking fee of ₹4 lakh per apartment for LIG and EWS categories, which can be adjusted against the ultimate disposal cost in the event of a successful allocation.
- Last date to register and submit EMD is February 13, 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Final application submission deadline is on February 16, 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Auction schedule announcement: February 19, followed by demo sessions on February 20–22.
- Live e-auction will be held on February 23–27, 2026.
Applicants must register on the DDA e-auction site (dda.etender.sbi/SBI) and will be required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₹2,500 (including GST) for each property they want to bid on in order to participate.
Additionally, the following Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) requirements are applicable:
- ₹15 lakh for HIG flats
- ₹10 lakh for MIG/SFS Category-II
- ₹4 lakh for LIG/Janta/EHS units
- ₹4 lakh for car garages
- ₹1 lakh for scooter garages
According to the DDA, the full EMD will be forfeited if a successful bidder withdraws after being deemed H1. Homebuyers and investors have a unique chance to purchase ready-to-auction properties in a variety of capital sectors under the DDA Premium Housing Scheme 2026.
