Anant Nagar Yojana Phase 5, Lucknow (2026): Complete Guide for LDA Plot Buyers
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has opened Phase 5 of Anant Nagar Yojana on Mohan Road, offering 460 freehold residential plots in Aashish Khand, with online registration between 9 August 2026 and 9 September 2026. This guide explains the scheme in clear, practical language so that prospective buyers can understand the opportunity, the risks and the exact procedure before applying.
Scheme overview
Anant Nagar Yojana is a 785‑acre planned residential township of LDA on Mohan Road in the Pyarepur–Kalwa Kheda belt of Lucknow. The layout follows an international‑style grid pattern with wide roads and underground electricity cabling, planned parks, community centres and utility infrastructure.
The township is divided into several named “khands” (sectors), such as Akash Khand, Alekh Khand, Aashish Khand, Aabhash Khand, Alok Khand, Adarsh Khand, Aditya Khand and Aamod Khand. Phase 5 plots are being offered exclusively in Aashish Khand. Around 130 acres of the scheme are earmarked for parks and green space, and a significant portion is planned as an EduTech‑oriented area with facilities like EV charging stations, solid waste management and zero liquid discharge.
Regulatory status and RERA
Anant Nagar Yojana is registered with UP‑RERA under promoter number UPRERAPRM10102. Each khand carries its own separate project registration under this umbrella. Before depositing any substantial amount, applicants are advised to search for the specific Aashish Khand registration on the UP‑RERA portal and confirm that it is active and in good standing. It is not safe to assume that registrations for other khands like Akash or Alok automatically cover the plots being offered in Phase 5.
Phase 5 snapshot
Phase 5 of Anant Nagar has been structured as a fresh tranche of residential plots with the following key features.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Anant Nagar Yojana, Mohan Road, Lucknow (Lucknow Development Authority) |
| Location within Scheme | Aashish Khand |
| Total Plots on Offer | 460 residential plots |
| Plot Sizes | 112.5 sq.m, 162 sq.m, 200 sq.m |
| Registration Period | 9 August 2026 – 9 September 2026 (online only, no offline forms) |
| Registration Amount | 5% of estimated plot cost (2.5% for eligible reserved categories) |
| Registration Booklet | ₹1,100 including GST, non‑refundable |
| Allotment Method | Lottery draw; results published on LDA website and notice board |
| Official Helpline | Toll‑free 1800‑1800‑5000, Monday to Saturday |
Across the first four phases of Anant Nagar, about 1,700 plots have already been allotted, and more than 35,000 people have deposited registration money to participate in the lotteries. This history underlines that the scheme has remained one of the most competitive government plot offerings in Lucknow.
Plot sizes and distribution
In Phase 5, LDA is concentrating heavily on the smallest plot size to keep the entry ticket relatively affordable. The distribution of plots is as follows.
| Plot Size (sq.m) | Category | Approx. Area (sq.ft) | No. of Plots | Share of Total (460) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112.5 | E | ≈ 1,210 | 425 | 92.4% |
| 162 | D | ≈ 1,743 | 12 | 2.6% |
| 200 | C | ≈ 2,152 | 23 | 5.0% |
| Total | — | — | 460 | 100% |
Because reservation quotas are applied separately within each size pool, the smaller 162 sq.m and 200 sq.m pools can end up with only a handful of plots in certain reserved categories. The 112.5 sq.m pool, having 425 plots, offers better odds in absolute numbers but will also attract the largest number of applications, especially from end‑users looking for lower overall cost. Applicants are allowed to choose only one category, so the decision must be based on their realistic funding capacity up to registry, not only on which pool appears numerically easier.
Pricing and registration amount
LDA has historically used at least two land rates in Anant Nagar: ₹41,150 per sq.m at the launch stage and ₹44,731 per sq.m in Phase 4. The rate applicable to Phase 5 is finalised in the Phase 5 registration booklet, and that booklet remains the only authoritative document for pricing.
To give an indication of the possible range, prior calculations show that at these older rates a 112.5 sq.m plot works out to roughly ₹46–50 lakh, with the 5% registration amount in the ballpark of ₹2.3–2.5 lakh. Similarly, 162 sq.m and 200 sq.m plots fall into proportionately larger total‑cost and registration‑amount brackets. However, these are purely arithmetic illustrations based on previously notified rates and must not be treated as the final Phase 5 price.
Before finalising any budget, the applicant must buy the ₹1,100 booklet through the LDA portal, read the printed allotment rate, tentative category‑wise cost and precise registration amount, and rely on those figures instead of unverified quotes from brokers or websites.
Additional charges beyond land cost
The base plot price in Anant Nagar does not include several important heads of cost, which buyers must factor in at the planning stage. These additional charges include:
- Freehold charge at 12% of the land value, payable before registry.
- Location premiums: 10% extra for corner plots, 5% extra for park‑facing plots and 10% extra for plots on roads 18 metres or wider.
- A plot that is simultaneously corner, park‑facing and located on an 18‑metre or wider road can cost about 20% more than a standard plot.
- Registry and stamp duty charges, which are entirely borne by the allottee as per prevailing state rules.
- Ongoing maintenance charges with GST payable to LDA until the scheme is handed over to the Municipal Corporation, and thereafter a maintenance fee of ₹25 per sq.m per year for undeveloped plots.
It is equally important to remember that the number of plots, their exact locations and even their areas and prices remain tentative until LDA completes development and final costing.
Eligibility conditions
Phase 5 eligibility broadly follows the general rules that LDA has been applying to Anant Nagar in earlier phases. The key conditions are:
- The applicant must be at least 18 years old on the date of application.
- The applicant must be a citizen of India; Non‑Resident Indians (NRIs) may also apply, subject to additional conditions mentioned in the booklet.
- Neither the applicant nor any member of their “family” (defined as self, spouse and minor children) may own any plot or building in Lucknow developed by LDA, the Housing and Development Board, any Improvement Trust, local body or cooperative society.
- The family should not own more than one plot or building in any other urban area of Uttar Pradesh developed by these agencies.
- Husband and wife may file a joint application; in such cases, scanned signatures of both must be uploaded.
Any specific exceptions, clarifications or recent modifications must be read from the Phase 5 booklet and any updated LDA orders.
Reservation and quota structure
Reservation in Anant Nagar Phase 5 is governed by the current Government Orders of Uttar Pradesh and mirrors the pattern used in the earlier phases of the scheme. Vertical reservations by category are as follows.
| Category | Reservation % |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 21% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 27% |
| MLA / MLC / MP and Freedom Fighters | 5% |
| Serving Government & Security Personnel (aged 50 years or more) | 5% |
| Development Authority / Housing Board / Local Body Employees | 2% |
| Ex‑servicemen and their dependents | 3% |
| General Category | Balance |
| Total | 100% |
In addition, there are horizontal reservations which operate within these categories rather than as separate pools. Persons with disabilities receive 5% horizontal reservation and senior citizens receive 10% horizontal reservation, both subject to valid certificates issued by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. If an applicant does not upload a valid reservation certificate, they are treated as a General category applicant and must pay the full 5% registration amount instead of 2.5%.
Step‑by‑step online application process
Phase 5 applications are accepted only through the LDA Citizen Portal, and LDA does not entertain late applications under any circumstances. The broad steps are:
- Create or log in to your LDA Citizen Portal account
Applicants must visit the LDA’s online registration portal and either create a new user ID or log in to an existing account, ensuring that their mobile number and email ID are active for OTP and communication. - Purchase and download the Phase 5 registration booklet
The applicant pays ₹1,100 including GST online and downloads the Anant Nagar Phase 5 booklet from the portal. The booklet contains the official rate, tentative cost category‑wise, reservation distribution, installment schedule and other conditions, and it must be read carefully before filling the form. - Fill the online application form
Applicants must fill their name, complete postal address and other details fully; incomplete or partially filled forms can be rejected. The spelling and format of the name should match Aadhaar, PAN and bank account details to avoid mismatches later. Married applicants may opt for a joint application with their spouse if they wish. - Upload required documents
A recent photograph, Aadhaar card, PAN card, scanned signatures, reservation category certificate (if applicable) and the affidavit in the prescribed format must be uploaded with the application. Any missing or mismatched document can render the application ineligible or delay refunds. - Pay the registration amount online
Applicants must pay 5% of the estimated plot cost (or 2.5% for eligible reserved category applicants) through the official LDA portal only. LDA does not authorise any broker, agent or individual to collect the registration amount, and payments to personal bank accounts are inherently unsafe. - Provide correct bank and nominee details and save the receipt
The bank account for refund must be in the applicant’s name; refunds often stall when account details differ from the application. Nominee and legal‑heir details must also be filled correctly. After submission, applicants should save their application number and payment receipt, which will be required to check the eligibility list and the lottery result.
Payment schedule, discount and penalties
LDA has maintained broadly similar payment terms across recent Anant Nagar phases, and Phase 5 is expected to follow that pattern, subject to confirmation from the booklet. The main elements are:
- After allotment, the balance plot cost is payable either as a single one‑time payment or in eight quarterly instalments, with an interest rate of 9% per year on the instalment plan.
- If an instalment is not paid by the due date, penal interest at 11% per year (compounded) is charged on the delayed amount.
- If the allottee pays the entire remaining amount within 60 days from the date of digital signing of the allotment letter, a 5% discount is granted on 75% of the amount (excluding freehold charge).
- Allottees are advised not to self‑deduct this discount in their payments, as the Authority adjusts the benefit against other payable heads at the final calculation stage.
- A freehold charge of 12% of the land value, including applicable premiums, must be paid before registry.
Because the penalties for default are strict, applicants should prepare a realistic cash‑flow plan for the entire payment schedule rather than focusing only on the initial registration amount.
Allotment, possession and refund
Anant Nagar plots are allotted purely by lottery, and there is no mechanism for pre‑booking or direct allotment in any applicant’s name. The sequence after applying generally runs as follows.
- LDA publishes an eligibility list of valid applicants on its website before the lottery date, giving applicants a chance to check their status.
- The lottery draw is held in the presence of applicants, and in recent phases LDA has live‑streamed the process on its official channels.
- The lottery result is published on the LDA website and at the office notice board.
- Approximately 15 working days after the draw, the digitally signed allotment letter becomes available on the portal; LDA does not issue a separate physical letter by post.
Once the allottee has paid the full plot value, freehold charge and other dues and has completed registry, possession of the plot is given within the period prescribed by RERA. All registration and agreement expenses, including stamp duty, are borne by the allottee.
For unsuccessful applicants, the registration amount is refunded without interest if the refund is made within three months of the lottery date. If the refund is released after three months, LDA pays simple interest at 4% per year on the deposited amount.
If an allottee chooses to cancel their plot after allotment, 20% of the registration amount plus GST is deducted, and the balance is refunded without interest. In case an allottee fails to pay three consecutive instalments, the allotment is cancelled without notice, and the same 20% plus GST deduction is applied before refund.
Allottees may mortgage their plots to raise loans for paying LDA dues, but this requires permission or a no‑objection certificate from the Authority.
Past phases and competition level
LDA’s own announcements across previous phases of Anant Nagar show that demand has consistently been much higher than supply. In Phase 1, held in April–May 2025, 334 plots in Adarsh Khand (Sector‑6) were allotted by lottery in June 2025. Phase 2, opened in July 2025, added another 332 plots, and together these first two phases saw more than 22,000 applications for about 666 plots.
Phase 3, held between 20 December 2025 and 12 January 2026, offered 637 plots in Akash Khand and Adarsh Khand, bringing the cumulative total for Phases 1–3 to around 1,283 plots and over 29,000 applicants. Phase 4, conducted between 28 April and 27 May 2026, listed 498 plots in the booklet but ultimately allotted 540 plots in Alok, Adarsh and Akash Khand during the draw on 12 June 2026, among 5,181 applicants.
In all, LDA states that roughly 1,700 plots have been allotted across the first four phases and more than 35,000 people have deposited registration money to participate. Because Phase 5 offers fewer plots than Phase 4 and focuses mainly on the smallest and cheapest plot size, it is reasonable to expect similar or even higher competition per plot in the 112.5 sq.m category.
Location and connectivity
Anant Nagar Yojana’s location on Mohan Road gives it strong connectivity with both intra‑city and inter‑city corridors. According to the LDA booklet, key connectivity points from the scheme (approximate travel times) are:
- Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport and the nearby metro station: around 10 minutes.
- Agra–Lucknow Expressway connectivity point: around 10 minutes.
- Amausi Railway Station: about 5 minutes.
- Shaheed Path: about 15 minutes.
- Kisan Path: approximately 2 km.
- TS Misra Medical College (nearest medical university): about 1 km.
- Alambagh Bus Stand: around 12 km.
- Charbagh Railway Station: roughly 15 km.
This combination of proximity to the airport, expressway and key city corridors enhances the appeal of Anant Nagar for both self‑use and long‑term investment.
Key risks and precautions for applicants
Before registering in Phase 5, applicants should note a few critical risks and precautions. All payments must be made only through the official LDA registration portal; no broker, agent or middleman is authorised to accept applications, reserve plot numbers or “improve” lottery chances, and any such claims are strong indicators of fraud.
Because LDA has used more than one rate in Anant Nagar, any Phase 5 rate quoted outside the booklet—including older figures like ₹41,150 per sq.m still displayed on some websites—must be treated as unconfirmed. Plot numbers, areas and prices are all tentative until final costing after development; Phase 4 illustrated this when the booklet listed 498 plots and 540 were ultimately allotted.
If an allotted plot becomes disputed after allocation, LDA does not promise a replacement plot; instead, the deposited amount is refunded with simple interest at the State Bank of India’s MCLR rate, which may not compensate for the opportunity loss of a preferred location. If any material fact is hidden or mis‑stated in the application, the LDA Vice‑Chairman has the power to cancel registration or allotment, confiscate the entire registration amount and initiate further legal action.
Finally, applicants must understand that missing three consecutive instalments triggers automatic cancellation without notice and refund only after deducting 20% of the registration amount plus GST. With these conditions in mind, it is essential to budget not only for registration but for the full payment schedule and to maintain complete transparency in all declarations.
