Official geotagging is separate. Under PMAY, the stage-wise geotagged inspections that release instalments are done through the scheme's own official apps and portals by authorised officials or as the scheme directs. Fixlens is not affiliated with PMAY or any ministry, and it does not replace those apps. Use Fixlens for your own records and for sharing with family, contractors or lenders.
Why keep your own record
Your own stamped photos help you answer questions quickly, show a contractor or lender how far the work has reached, and keep a history of the house that does not depend on anyone else's system.
Stages to photograph
| Stage | What to capture |
|---|---|
| Before work starts | The empty plot from the road, with neighbouring houses visible |
| Foundation or plinth | The full foundation outline and plinth level |
| Lintel | Walls up to lintel level from at least two sides |
| Roof | Roof slab or roof structure in place |
| Completion | The finished house from the front, with the family if they agree |
How to take the photos
- Stand in the same spot each time, ideally the road in front of the plot, so stages compare easily.
- Wait for the GPS fix and check the accuracy figure on the stamp.
- Add a note such as "Plinth complete" so the stage is written on the photo.
- Ask before including people, and avoid photographing neighbours' homes up close.
Related guides
See construction progress photos for a contractor's routine, and how to add GPS location to a photo for the basics.