PMMVY Scheme: Pregnant Women to Get Rs 5,000 Benefit – Check Eligibility and How to Apply
PMMVY Scheme: The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a flagship maternity benefit program by the Government of India designed to provide financial support to pregnant women and lactating mothers. PMMVY Scheme: Pregnant Women to Get Rs 5,000 Benefit – Check Eligibility and How to Apply.
Under the updated PMMVY 2.0 (Mission Shakti) guidelines for 2026, the scheme provides significant benefits not just for the first child, but also an increased incentive for a second child if it is a girl.
- Benefits of the Scheme: The financial assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account in installments: (Child Category, Benefit Amount, Installment Breakdown):
First Child – Rs 5,000 – 1st Installment (Rs 3,000): After pregnancy registration and at least one Antenatal Check-up (ANC).
2nd Installment – (Rs 2,000): After child birth registration and first cycle of immunization.
Second Child – Rs 6,000 – Single Payout: This is provided only if the second child is a girl, to promote the welfare of the girl child.
Note: Combined with other schemes like Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY), many women receive an average total of ₹6,000 for their first delivery.
- Eligibility Criteria: To avail of these benefits in 2026, the following criteria must be met:
Age: The woman must be 19 years or older.
Income/Status: Targeted toward socially and economically disadvantaged sections. This includes women:
- With a net family income of less than Rs 8 lakh per annum.
- Belonging to SC/ST categories.
- Holding a BPL Ration Card or MGNREGA Job Card.
- Holding an e-Shram card.
Employment: Women in regular employment with the Central/State Government or PSUs are excluded, as they typically receive paid maternity leave.
- Documents Required: Keep these documents ready for a smooth application:
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory for the mother; husband’s Aadhaar is no longer mandatory).
- MCP Card (Mother and Child Protection Card) with registration and ANC details.
- Aadhaar-seeded Bank Account details (for Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Proof of Eligibility (Caste certificate, BPL card, or income certificate).
- Birth Certificate and Immunization records (for later installments).
- How to Apply:
You can apply both online and offline:
Online: Visit the official portal: pmmvy.wcd.gov.in.
Click on ‘Citizen Login’ and register using your mobile number.
Fill out the Beneficiary Registration form (Form 1A for the first child).
Upload the required documents and submit.
Offline:Visit your nearest Anganwadi Centre (AWC) or Government Health Facility.
ASHA workers or Anganwadi workers will help you fill out the forms and submit them to the Block/District officials.
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