PMMVY 2026: Rs 5,000 + Rs 6,000 for Girl Child, Apply, Status
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
First child: Rs 5,000 in two instalments (Rs 3,000 after registration and ANC, Rs 2,000 after birth registration and first round of vaccines).
Who Can Apply
Pregnant women and lactating mothers for the first child, and for the second child if it is a girl. Women in regular government jobs are excluded.
Status / Deadline
Helpline changed to 1515 from 1 Nov 2025.
Official Portal
Helpline
1515 (replaced 14408 from 1 Nov 2025)
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
🌐 Official Portal ↗📝 Apply Online ↗🔎 Check Status ↗
📞 Helpline: 1515 (replaced 14408 from 1 Nov 2025)
What is the Scheme?
Cash help for pregnant women and new mothers, so they can rest and eat well.
Also known as: Matru Vandana, pregnancy Rs 5000 yojana
Who is it for?
Pregnant women and lactating mothers for the first child, and for the second child if it is a girl. Women in regular government jobs are excluded.
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | First child: Rs 5,000 in two instalments (Rs 3,000 after registration and ANC, Rs 2,000 after birth registration and first round of vaccines). | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
| 2 | Second child, if a girl: Rs 6,000 in one instalment after birth. | Direct Support |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Belongs to a listed group such as SC/ST, women with 40% disability, BPL ration card, PM-JAY, e-Shram card, KCC farmers, MGNREGA job card, net family income below Rs 8 lakh, ASHA/AWW workers, and others listed in the guidelines.
- Register within 270 days of the child's birth.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ Aadhaar
- ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank or post office account
- ✓ MCP card (mother and child protection card)
- ✓ Proof of eligibility category
- ✓ Child's birth certificate and vaccination record (later instalments)
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Self-register on pmmvy.wcd.gov.in (citizen login) or through UMANG.
- Fill details, upload documents, submit.
How to Apply Offline
- Register at your Anganwadi centre or through the ASHA worker.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- Log in on pmmvy.wcd.gov.in to check, or ask the Anganwadi worker. Call 1515.
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://pmmvy.wcd.gov.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | 1515 (replaced 14408 from 1 Nov 2025) |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Women and Child Development |
Important Dates & Milestones
Ongoing. Helpline 1515 from 1 Nov 2025. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Do I get money for the second child?
Only if the second child is a girl: Rs 6,000.
❓ What is the last date to apply?
Within 270 days of birth.
❓ What if I lose the pregnancy?
Rules for miscarriage and stillbirth are in the guidelines. Ask your Anganwadi worker.
❓ Is Aadhaar compulsory?
Yes, with an Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
- WCD PMMVY page: https://www.wcd.gov.in/offerings/pradhan-mantri-matru-vandana-yojana [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- PMMVY FAQs (PDF): https://wcd.gov.in/images/uploaded/1710098119_HDEXdpWMb1.pdf [resolves (HTTP 206)] ↗
- PIB on new helpline 1515: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2182173&lang=2®=48 [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
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