YEIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority is set to introduce a new residential plot scheme in January 2026, offering 973 plots across sectors 15C, 18 and 24A, strategically located near the upcoming Noida International Airport.
The proposed launch comes at a time when airport-linked infrastructure development is reshaping housing demand along the Yamuna Expressway corridor.
The authority plans to release plots in multiple size categories to cater to a wide range of buyers, from individual homebuilders to long-term investors looking at the region’s rapid transformation.
Plot sizes and pricing structure of YEIDA Plots
Under the scheme, YEIDA will offer residential plots in six size variants: 162 sq metres, 183 sq metres, 184 sq metres, 200 sq metres, 223 sq metres and 290 sq metres. The bulk of the inventory will consist of 162 sq metre and 200 sq metre plots, together accounting for most of the 973 units on offer.
The indicative rate for the scheme is expected to be Approximately Rs 35,000 per square meter, matching the rate offered by the authority, within the influence of the airport. The final rate and other payment terms are expected to be notified at the time of launch of the scheme.
Allotment through lottery after regulatory clearance
YEIDA will open applications only after completing mandatory registration with the Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UPRERA). Once registered, the scheme will follow a lucky draw-based allotment system, a process the authority has traditionally used for residential plot distributions.
Applicants will be required to deposit 10% of the total plot cost as registration money at the time of application. The registration window is expected to remain open for one month, after which the draw will be conducted. Successful applicants will receive allotment letters, followed by possession as per the scheme timeline.
Category-wise reservation
The plot allocation will follow YEIDA’s established reservation framework:
- 17.5% of plots reserved for farmers whose land was acquired for development
- 5% reserved for industrialists with functional units in the YEIDA area
- The remaining 77.5% available for the general category
This structure is aimed at balancing rehabilitation commitments with broader public access to residential land.
Airport-driven real estate momentum
The new airport set up by the government in Noida is currently at the final stage of testing and is set to become operational from early 2026, and this is emerging as the major development driver for the region. This is slated to be launched by YEIDA at the same time when the plots will be launched.
Over the past few years, infrastructure projects linked to the airport—including expressways, proposed metro connectivity and planned urban clusters, have significantly altered land and housing dynamics in the Yamuna Expressway belt. Residential plots, in particular, have seen heightened interest due to their flexibility for self-construction and long-term appreciation potential.
What buyers should watch for?
Prospective applicants should track:
- The official scheme notification
- UPRERA registration details
- Exact application dates and payment milestones
- Possession timelines and construction norms
After an official announcement, the January 2026 YEIDA plot sale scheme is set to witness high demand, particularly in the masses and investors looking for early entry into the rapidly evolving airport-developed zone in the north of India.
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