The PM Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a flagship maternity benefit scheme introduced by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers. Launched in 2017 and implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the scheme aims to ensure safe delivery, promote good nutrition, and compensate for wage loss during pregnancy.
💰 Financial Assistance Under PMMVY
The scheme offers cash incentives to eligible beneficiaries:.
For the First Live Birth:
- First Installment (₹3,000): Provided upon pregnancy registration and at least one antenatal check-up within six months from the last menstrual period (LMP) at an Anganwadi Centre or an approved health facility.
- Second Installment (₹2,000): Given after childbirth registration and when the child has received all due vaccinations until the age of 14 weeks as per the Universal Immunisation Programme.
For the Second Live Birth (If the Child is a Girl):
- Single Installment (₹6,000): Provided upon pregnancy registration, at least one antenatal check-up, and when the girl child has received all due vaccinations until the age of 14 weeks.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To avail the benefits of PMMVY, the following conditions must be met:
- Age: The applicant must be at least 19 years old.
- Employment Status: The applicant should be employed and experiencing wage loss due to pregnancy.
- Exclusions: Women who are in regular employment with the Central Government, State Governments, Public Sector Undertakings, or those receiving similar benefits under any other law are not eligible.
- Income Criteria: Women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, including those holding BPL cards, women farmers under Kisan Samman Nidhi, and others listed under the schem.
📝 Application Process
Online Registration:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to pmmvy.wcd.gov.in
- Citizen Login: Click on the ‘Citizen Login’ tab.
- Mobile Verification: Enter your mobile number and verify it.
- Fill the Form: Complete the application form with required details.
- Document Upload: Upload necessary documents such as Aadhaar card, bank account details, pregnancy registration proof, and vaccination records.
- Submit Application: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Offline Registration:
Beneficiaries can also register at the nearest Anganwadi Centre or approved health facility by filling out the prescribed form and submitting it along with the required documents.
📄 Required Documents
- Aadhaar card of the pregnant woman.
- Bank account details linked with Aadhaar.
- Pregnancy registration proof (Form 1-A).
- Antenatal check-up records.
- Childbirth registration certificate.
- Vaccination records of the child.
📊 Impact and Reach
As of November 2024, over 28 lakh beneficiaries have been registered under PMMVY, with more than ₹93 crore disbursed through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme has been instrumental in promoting maternal and child health across the country.
🌟 Conclusion
The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana 2025 continues to play a pivotal role in supporting pregnant women and lactating mothers, ensuring they receive the necessary financial assistance and healthcare services during pregnancy and childbirth. By promoting safe delivery practices, good nutrition, and compensating for wage loss, the scheme contributes significantly to the well-being of mothers and their children