• Registration and Classification: Provides official recognition by classifying the establishment into Silver or Gold categories based on available facilities.

• Directory Listing: Includes the registered homestay in the official directory and website of the Department of Tourism for visitor awareness.
• Government Promotion: Promotes the registered homestays through social media handles and other departmental promotion platforms.

The scheme "Rajasthan Homestay (Paying Guest House) Scheme" implemented by the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan aims to regulate and promote Homestay accommodations through providing formal registration and classification to the intended beneficiary. The scheme classifies residential premises into Silver or Gold categories based on the facilities offered to visiting tourists. It ensures that tourists receive quality, safe, and hygienic boarding and lodging while experiencing the local lifestyle. The department also actively promotes these registered homestays through official directories and various promotional platforms.

• The applicant must be the owner, lessee, or a person holding a registered Power of Attorney of the establishment.
• The applicant must use the establishment purely as a residential unit.
• The applicant must physically reside in the establishment along with their family.
• The applicant must ensure the registered lease document or Power of Attorney clearly states permission to run the residence under this scheme.
• The applicant must let out a minimum of 1 room to paying guests.
• The applicant must let out a maximum of 5 rooms to paying guests.
• The applicant must offer a maximum of 15 beds to paying guests.
• The applicant must have a minimum lease period of at least 3 years at the time of application, if they are a leaseholder.
• The applicant must provide an attached bathroom and water closet with each lettable bedroom.
• The applicant must ensure adequate arrangements for water and power supply.
• The applicant must ensure proper ventilation, lighting, and suitable furniture.
• The applicant must keep the premises in a good state of repair.
• The applicant must maintain the required standard of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
• The applicant must maintain proper fire safety standards.
• The applicant must provide an adequate parking facility either within the same campus or in the vicinity.

• Property ownership/registered lease deed/ registered Power of Attorney (POA) papers.
• Electricity bill and water bill of the establishment not older than 3 months.
• Photo ID with address proof of the owner/lessee/the person holding POA.
• Enclose a separate sheet for particulars of owner/lessee/authorized person holding registered POA residing in the establishment giving age, profession, family members with their relationship and brief note on the back ground of owner/representative.
• Printed Colour photographs (at least 5x7 inch) of the property viz outer fagade, rooms, bathroom, kitchen, lounge, etc.

What is the objective of the "Rajasthan Homestay (Paying Guest House) Scheme"?

The scheme aims to regulate and promote Homestay (Paying Guest House) accommodations through official registration and classification to provide standard boarding facilities for tourists.

Which department implements the Rajasthan Homestay Scheme?

The Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan implements the scheme.

What are the classification categories available under this scheme?

The establishments are classified into either Silver or Gold categories based on the facilities provided.



What is the registration fee for the Silver category?

The registration and renewal fee for the Silver category is ₹1,000.

What is the registration fee for the Gold category?

The registration and renewal fee for the Gold category is ₹2,000.

How many rooms can an applicant let out to tourists?

The applicant can let out a minimum of 1 room and a maximum of 5 rooms to paying guests.

What is the maximum number of beds an applicant can offer?

A maximum of 15 beds are lettable to paying guests at any registered establishment.

How long is the Temporary Registration Certificate valid?

The Temporary Registration Certificate remains valid for a period of 6 months.

How long is the final registration valid?

The final registration and classification remain valid for 2 years from the date of issue.

When should an applicant apply for the renewal of their registration?

The applicant must apply for renewal 3 months before the expiry date of the current registration.

Are the application fees refundable if the application is rejected?

No, the application fee paid for registration is strictly non-refundable.

How long must the owner preserve the register of guest tourists?

The owner must maintain and preserve the register of guest tourists for at least 7 years.

What is the minimum lease period required for a leaseholder to apply?

The leaseholder must hold a minimum lease period of at least 3 years at the time of application.



Does the owner need to reside within the registered homestay establishment? Yes, the owner or authorized person must physically reside in the establishment along with their family.

Yes, the owner or authorized person must physically reside in the establishment along with their family.



What happens if the Prescribed Authority does not issue the Temporary Registration Certificate within 7 days?

If the Temporary Registration Certificate is not issued within 7 working days, the establishment is legally deemed to have been registered.

Step 1: The applicant must submit the application offline in Form-A to the Prescribed Authority (In-charge of Tourist Reception Centre or Tourist Information Bureau).

Step 2: The applicant must pay the non-refundable registration fee of ₹1,000 for the Silver category or ₹2,000 for the Gold category.

Step 3: The applicant must pay the fee through an e-challan payable to the Commissioner or Director, Department of Tourism, Jaipur.

Step 4: The applicant must attach the prescribed checklist, self-declaration, and required documents along with the application form.

Step 5: The Prescribed Authority will scrutinize the application and issue a Temporary Registration Certificate within 7 working days.

Step 6: The Prescribed Authority will inspect the temporary registered establishment within 3 months.

Step 7: The applicant will receive the final registration certificate if the establishment fulfills all prescribed norms during the inspection.

Step 8: The applicant must apply for renewal in Form-D at least 3 months before the date of expiry of the current registration.