What observers say
The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) is set to launch its much-anticipated Mumbai Lottery 2026, offering a total of 2,640 affordable homes for sale. The lottery draw results will be announced on May 15, 2026, a date eagerly awaited by many prospective homeowners.
The application submission process kicked off on March 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and will remain open until April 29, 2026. Interested applicants must ensure that their online earnest money deposits (EMD) are submitted by April 30, 2026. A provisional list of applications will be published by 3:00 PM on May 5, 2026, followed by the final list on May 12, 2026.
This year’s lottery includes a variety of housing options across different income groups: 145 apartments for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS), 858 for the Lower Income Group (LIG), 1,408 for the Middle Income Group (MIG), and 229 for the High Income Group (HIG). The most affordable house is priced at over ₹29 lakh, while the costliest apartment reaches a staggering ₹6.82 crore.
Notably, MHADA did not conduct its annual Mumbai lottery in 2025, making this year’s event particularly significant for those seeking affordable housing options. Since its inception in 1977, MHADA has constructed over 5.27 lakh dwelling units across Maharashtra, demonstrating its commitment to providing housing solutions.
The lottery covers prime locations in Mumbai, including Vikhroli, Goregaon, Borivali, Gorai, Chembur, Bandra, Ghatkopar, Wadala, Powai, and Dadar. This broad geographic reach is expected to attract a diverse pool of applicants.
As the application deadline approaches, many observers are keenly watching the process unfold. The anticipation surrounding the lottery results is palpable, with many hopefuls preparing for the possibility of securing their dream homes in Mumbai.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact number of applicants expected this year, but the interest in affordable housing remains high. The MHADA lottery continues to be a crucial avenue for many families looking to establish a foothold in one of India’s most competitive real estate markets.
