PMMVY 2025: Even today, many women in our country face situations where they lack proper nutrition after childbirth. These challenges are exacerbated, especially in economically disadvantaged families. During these times, pregnant women need not only care but also financial support, which is a vital support. Keeping these needs in mind, the Central Government has launched the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), to ensure that every mother receives better nutrition and care during pregnancy, ensuring a strong start to every child’s life.
This scheme symbolizes security, trust, and respect for women. Its objective is to ensure that no mother compromises her or her unborn child’s health due to financial difficulties. With this amount, which is directly deposited into their bank accounts, women can meet their nutritional needs and receive essential medical care during pregnancy.
What is the PMMVY?
This is an important flagship scheme run by the Central Government, aimed at providing financial assistance to pregnant women. The funds received under this scheme are transferred directly to women’s bank accounts, ensuring they receive better nutrition and care during pregnancy.
This is extremely helpful for women who do not have regular jobs and work in the unorganized sector. The government wants every woman to experience a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
This scheme is only for Indian women and includes certain key eligibility criteria. Benefits are available only to women over 19 years of age. This scheme is specifically for women who work in the unorganized sector, such as labor or other similar jobs.
Women with regular jobs or government service are not eligible for this scheme. Registration is also important, which can be done after six months of pregnancy.
Financial assistance is provided in installments
Benefits under the scheme are disbursed in stages. The amount is disbursed in three installments for the first child—₹1,000 at the time of registration, ₹2,000 after the six-month checkup, and ₹2,000 after birth and vaccination. The total benefit for the first child is ₹5,000.
If the second child is a girl, the government provides an additional ₹6,000 to the woman. This brings the total amount to ₹11,000, which helps meet the needs of both the child and the mother.
How to Apply?
Women wishing to benefit from the scheme can apply online by visiting its official website, pmmvy.wcd.gov.in. An identity card, bank passbook, ration card, and other necessary documents must be submitted during the application process.
The government is striving to ensure a smooth application process so that more women can join the scheme and benefit from it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this scheme open to all women?
No, this scheme is only for Indian women who work in the unorganized sector and are over 19 years of age.
Q: Is the benefit also available for the second child?
Yes, if the second child is a girl, an additional benefit of ₹6,000 is provided.
Q: Where can I apply?
The application is made online on the official website pmmvy.wcd.gov.in.
Q: How is the scheme amount received?
The amount is transferred directly to the bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Disclaimer: This article is written for informational purposes only. The scheme rules, eligibility, and amount may be changed by the government from time to time. Before making any decisions, please verify the information from the official website or a government source.
