AI SummaryGujarat government is providing ₹50,000 financial support to pilgrims from the state who complete the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Kailash Darshan Yatra scheme, run by Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board under the Tourism Department, has been helping pilgrims since 2001, and the online application portal is open till 30 November 2026.
This one-time support is given to pilgrims who were officially selected by the Ministry of External Affairs and successfully finished their journey. The approved amount is sent directly to the bank account of the pilgrim through DBT payment, so there is no middleman involved.
Kailash Darshan Yatra - Introduction
Kailash Darshan Yatra is a state-level scheme of Gujarat government that gives cash support to residents who complete the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. The scheme is managed by Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board (GPYVB) under the Tourism Department, Government of Gujarat. It was launched in 2001 and is still running in 2026.
Earlier, pilgrims had to apply offline by sending a printed form to the board office in Gandhinagar. Now the process has moved online. Pilgrims can fill the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra application form on the official yatradham portal and upload their documents directly. The application portal will remain open for online applications till 30 November 2026.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Kailash Darshan Yatra |
| Launched By | Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board, Tourism Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Launched In | 2001 |
| Beneficiaries | Pilgrims from Gujarat who completed Kailash Mansarovar Yatra |
| Benefit Amount | ₹50,000 one-time support |
| Payment Mode | DBT to bank account |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Official Website | yatradham.gujarat.gov.in |
Benefits
Eligible pilgrims get ₹50,000 as one-time financial support after completing the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. This amount helps cover part of the travel and other expenses of the pilgrimage, which is costly because of the distance and the difficult route.
The support is available only once in a lifetime for each pilgrim. If a pilgrim has already received this support earlier, another application will not be accepted. The amount is credited directly to the bank account of the applicant through DBT payment after the board checks the documents.
Eligibility
To get this support, the applicant must meet the following conditions:
- Resident of Gujarat - The applicant must be an original resident of Gujarat and should provide proof of residence such as Aadhaar card or passport showing the address.
- Selected by Ministry of External Affairs - The pilgrim must have been officially selected by the Ministry of External Affairs for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
- Completed the yatra - The applicant must have successfully completed the journey and should have the Certificate of Participation issued by the Ministry of External Affairs.
- No income limit - There is no personal or family income limit for this scheme. People from all castes and classes, including General, SC, ST and OBC, can apply.
- One-time benefit - The applicant should not have received this support earlier.
Application Process
Application for Kailash Darshan Yatra support is now fully online. There is no application fee. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Go to the official website of Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board at yatradham.gujarat.gov.in and open the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Application page.
STEP 2 - Fill in the online form with your name, date of birth, gender, address, district, pin code, mobile number and email address. Upload a recent passport-size photo in PDF format, with file size below 1 MB.
STEP 3 - Upload the required documents, including the self-attested copy of your passport, the Certificate of Participation from the Ministry of External Affairs, and your Aadhaar card.
STEP 4 - Enter your bank details, including bank name, branch, account number and IFSC code, and upload the original cancelled cheque. The bank account must be in the name of the applicant.
STEP 5 - Check all the details, sign the declaration and submit the form. Keep the acknowledgement or reference number safe for future use.
For example, if a pilgrim completes the yatra in June 2026, the application should reach the board within 90 days of completing the trip. The board will verify the details and credit the approved amount directly to the bank account.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before starting the online application:
- Aadhaar card - Aadhaar number and a copy of the card are required as proof of residence.
- Passport - A self-attested copy of the passport showing the name and address clearly.
- Certificate of Participation - The official certificate issued by the Ministry of External Affairs after completing the yatra.
- Bank details - Bank passbook or original cancelled cheque with the account number and IFSC code.
- Recent photo - A recent passport-size photo in PDF format.
References
Official details and the online application form are available on the official portal: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Online Application. The old offline application form and guidelines can also be downloaded from Official Guidelines and Application Form.
FAQ's
How much financial support is given under Kailash Darshan Yatra?
Eligible pilgrims from Gujarat get ₹50,000 as one-time financial support after completing the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
What is the last date to apply for Kailash Darshan Yatra support?
The online application portal is open till 30 November 2026. Apart from this, the application should be submitted within 90 days of completing the yatra.
Is the application process online or offline?
The application process is now fully online. Pilgrims can fill the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra application form on the official yatradham.gujarat.gov.in portal and upload the required documents.
Can I apply for this support more than once?
No, this is a one-time benefit. If a pilgrim has already received this support earlier, another application will not be accepted.
Who is eligible to apply for this financial support?
Only pilgrims who are original residents of Gujarat and were officially selected by the Ministry of External Affairs can apply. There is no income limit, and people from all castes and classes can apply.
What documents are needed for the online application?
You need a recent passport-size photo, self-attested copy of passport, Aadhaar card, Certificate of Participation from the Ministry of External Affairs, and bank account details with a cancelled cheque.
How will I receive the financial support if my application is approved?
Once the board verifies the documents, the approved amount is credited directly to the bank account of the applicant through DBT payment.
What happens if I apply after the 90-day deadline?
Applications submitted after the 90-day period are generally rejected according to the scheme rules.