Landless families in Punjab have a new chance to get farmland on lease. On 10 November 2026, the Punjab government announced the schedule for Phase-II of the Apna Khet Apna Rozgar scheme, with 142 agricultural plots on offer. Online applications opened the same day and will close on 30 November 2026.
The Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2 gives landless families a plot of government farmland on lease so they can earn a living from farming. This article explains the plots, the full schedule, who can apply, and how to apply online.
| Detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Apna Khet Apna Rozgar, Phase-II |
| Schedule announced | 10 November 2026 |
| Plots on offer | 142 agricultural plots |
| Where the plots are | 5 in Muzaffargarh, 137 in Alipur tehsil |
| Applications open | 10 to 30 November 2026, online only |
| Official portal | akar.pulse.gop.pk |
| Balloting date | 27 January 2027, by computerised draw |
Phase-II at a Glance
Phase-II is the second round of a scheme that gives government farmland to landless families on lease. The land is not sold; it stays government property.
- Total plots: 142 agricultural plots are available in this phase.
- Application window: online applications run from 10 to 30 November 2026.
- Selection method: allotment by computerised balloting, not first-come-first-served.
- Lease, not ownership: the land remains government property throughout the lease.
- Reported lease terms: Rs 100 per acre per year lease, plus Rs 50,000 per acre land-preparation assistance.
The 142 Plots
All 142 plots are in two tehsils: five in Muzaffargarh and 137 in Alipur tehsil.
- Muzaffargarh: 5 agricultural plots.
- Alipur tehsil: 137 agricultural plots.
- Total: 142 plots across the two tehsils.
- One plot per family: a family can receive only one plot under the scheme.
The Full Schedule
The schedule runs from November 2026 to February 2027, with a clear date for every step.
- Applications: 10 to 30 November 2026, online through the official portal.
- Provisional list: published on 1 December 2026.
- Scrutiny: completed by 24 December 2026.
- Final eligible list: published on 25 January 2027.
- Balloting: computerised balloting is held on 27 January 2027.
- Allotment letters: issued from 30 January to 5 February 2027.
- Possession and lease payment: from 6 to 27 February 2027.
Who Can Apply
The scheme is for families who do not own farmland. Per the portal’s FAQ, a landless person can apply, as can the owner of one residential parcel of up to 10 marlas. One plot is given per family, and applying does not guarantee allotment.
- Landless applicants: a person who owns no land can apply.
- Small residential parcel: the owner of one residential parcel of up to 10 marlas can also apply.
- One plot per family: each family can receive at most one plot.
- No guarantee: submitting an application does not guarantee allotment, because plots are decided by balloting.
How to Apply Online
Applications are online only. The window is short, so apply well before the closing date of 30 November 2026.
- Visit the portal: akar.pulse.gop.pk.
- Read the instructions: check the scheme details and eligibility conditions on the portal first.
- Fill the form: enter your personal and family details.
- Submit before the deadline: applications close on 30 November 2026.
- Keep your record: save any reference the portal gives after submission.
- Check the lists: provisional list on 1 December 2026, final list on 25 January 2027.
Apply only through the official portal. Ignore any agent asking for money to secure a plot, because allotment is decided by computerised balloting.
Lease Terms and What Phase 1 Delivered
The land stays government property and the family farms it on lease. The reported lease is Rs 100 per acre per year, with Rs 50,000 per acre in land-preparation assistance.
- Ownership: the land stays government property; the family holds it on lease.
- Reported lease: Rs 100 per acre per year.
- Preparation assistance: Rs 50,000 per acre reported for land preparation.
- Phase 1 scale: about 30,000 landless families received over 121,000 acres in July 2026 reports.
- Phase 1 lease length: a 20-year lease was reported for the first phase.
Phase 1 was reported in July 2026, when about 30,000 landless families received more than 121,000 acres on a 20-year lease. It shows the scale of the scheme.
| Contact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official portal | akar.pulse.gop.pk — online applications, 10 to 30 November 2026 |
| Scheme | Apna Khet Apna Rozgar, Punjab Government |
| Application mode | Online only, through the official portal |
| Allotment method | Computerised balloting on 27 January 2027 |
Conclusion
The Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2 offers 142 agricultural plots on lease — 5 in Muzaffargarh and 137 in Alipur tehsil — with online applications open from 10 to 30 November 2026 through the official portal at akar.pulse.gop.pk. The provisional list appears on 1 December 2026, scrutiny ends by 24 December 2026, the final list comes on 25 January 2027, and computerised balloting is held on 27 January 2027. Allotment letters follow from 30 January to 5 February 2027, with possession and lease payment from 6 to 27 February 2027. Landless families, and owners of one residential parcel up to 10 marlas, should apply online before the deadline. One family gets one plot, and applying does not guarantee allotment.
FAQs
How many plots are offered in Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2?
142 agricultural plots — 5 in Muzaffargarh and 137 in Alipur tehsil.
What is the last date to apply for Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2?
Online applications close on 30 November 2026.
Where do I apply for Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2?
Apply online through the official portal at akar.pulse.gop.pk.
When is the balloting for Apna Khet Apna Rozgar Phase 2?
Computerised balloting is scheduled for 27 January 2027.
Do I own the land under Apna Khet Apna Rozgar?
No. The land stays government property and is given on lease; applying does not guarantee allotment.
The editor of epdpunjab.pk, covering the Environment Protection & Climate Change Department, Punjab and the CM Punjab Climate Leadership Development Internship Program 2026, with information verified from official sources.
