Mumbai, India — The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has launched the online sale of 118 ready-to-buy homes in Mumbai using a First-Come, First-Served (FCFS) process, offering a fresh opportunity for prospective buyers to secure housing across multiple city locations.
Online Applications Now Open
Online applications for the 118 flats began at 11:00 am on February 17, 2026, and candidates can register through MHADA’s official portal (bookmyhome.mhada.gov.in). These homes were part of previous lottery rounds but remained unsold, prompting MHADA to introduce the FCFS model to expedite sales and improve accessibility. These 118 units are previously unsold inventory from earlier lottery rounds, now consolidated into this direct-sale model to improve urban inventory management and accessibility.
The sale includes housing units in diverse localities throughout Mumbai, from South Mumbai’s Tardeo to suburbs like Kandivali, Powai, Malad, Andheri, Ghatkopar, Vikhroli, Wadala, Sion, Byculla, Lower Parel, Juhu and Antop Hill.
Wide Price Range Appeals to Multiple Buyer Segments
The available units span a broad price range to cater to various income groups. The least expensive flat is priced at around ₹38 lakh, while the most premium unit in Tardeo exceeds ₹8 crore — reflecting the diversity in housing demand and location preferences across Mumbai’s property market.
The online application and booking process are scheduled to formally begin on March 4, 2026. Applicants are required to complete their online application, pay a security deposit and application fee, and then select the desired flat. Once selected, buyers must pay 10% of the flat’s sale price within 48 hours to confirm the allotment.
Eligibility and Documentation Requirements
MHADA has specified eligibility criteria for applicants, including Indian citizenship, a minimum age of 18, and possession of a Maharashtra domicile certificate issued after January 2018. Required documentation generally includes Aadhaar, PAN cards and, for married applicants, corresponding spouse documentation. Loan applicants must provide a pre-sanction letter from a financial institution to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from MHADA.
Real Estate Market Impact
• Affordable Housing Boost: The FCFS sale improves market access for affordable units in a city known for high property prices.
•Financial Readiness:Once a flat is selected, a 10% payment is mandatory within 48 hours. For those requiring finance, MHADA requires a pre-sanction letter from a bank to issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
• Clearance of Unsold Inventory: By converting previously unsold homes into FCFS stock, MHADA helps optimise housing inventory management.
• Broad Geographic Spread: Availability across central, suburban and premium zones provides options for a wide range of buyers.
MHADA also plans a larger sale campaign with around 5,000 affordable homes across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in coming months, indicating sustained focus on addressing housing demand.
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