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Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) pays a pregnant or nursing mother 5,000 rupees for her first child in two parts, and 6,000 rupees as a single payment when the second baby is a daughter. The money goes straight to her own Aadhaar seeded bank or post office account, to make up part of the wages she loses and to help her eat and rest well.
The scheme is part of Mission Shakti, under the women and child development ministry. Most mothers sign up with help from the local anganwadi worker or ASHA, who fills the form on the PMMVY portal. A woman who gives birth in a hospital may also get the separate Janani Suraksha Yojana cash, so the total for a first child averages about 6,000 rupees.
You will see the scheme written as PM Matru Vandana Yojana, Pradhanmantri Matru Vandana Yojana, Matra Vandana Yojana or Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana. All of these names mean the same benefit.
At a glance
Run by
Ministry of Women and Child Development, under Mission ShaktiFirst child
5,000 rupees in two parts: 3,000 and 2,000Second child
6,000 rupees in one part, only if the child is a girlPaid to
The mother's own Aadhaar seeded bank or post office accountRegister with
Anganwadi worker, ASHA, or online at pmmvy.wcd.gov.inNot for
Women in regular government or PSU jobs, or getting a similar paid benefit
What pradhan mantri matru vandana yojana pays and when
| Part | Amount | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| First child, part 1 | 3,000 rupees | Pregnancy registered and at least one antenatal check up done, within six months of the last period |
| First child, part 2 | 2,000 rupees | Birth registered and the child's first round of vaccines done (by about 14 weeks) |
| Second child, if a girl | 6,000 rupees in one part | Birth registered and the first round of vaccines done |
The extra benefit for a second girl is meant to support the birth of daughters. If the second child is a boy, there is no PMMVY payment for that child. If twins or triplets with at least one girl are born at the second pregnancy, the girl benefit can apply; ask the anganwadi worker how your case is counted.
Who can get it
A pregnant or nursing woman who falls in at least one of these groups is eligible:
- SC or ST woman, or a woman with 40% or more disability
- BPL ration card or NFSA ration card holder
- Holder of an Ayushman Bharat card, e-Shram card or MGNREGA job card
- Woman farmer who receives PM Kisan
- Family with net income below 8 lakh rupees a year
- Pregnant anganwadi workers, helpers and ASHAs
Women in regular jobs with central or state governments or public sector units, or who already get a similar paid maternity benefit by law, are not covered.
Documents for registration
- Aadhaar of the woman. The husband's Aadhaar is no longer compulsory under the current rules; the woman can apply on her own.
- MCP card from the health centre, showing the date of last period and check ups.
- Bank or post office account in her own name, with Aadhaar seeding done for DBT. A Jan Dhan account is fine.
- One eligibility proof from the list above, such as a ration card, e-Shram card or caste certificate.
- For the later part: the child's birth certificate and vaccination record.
- A mobile number for OTP and updates.
How to register
- Meet your anganwadi worker or ASHA as soon as the pregnancy is confirmed.
- Collect your MCP (mother and child health) card at the health centre and complete the first antenatal check up.
- The anganwadi worker enters your details on the PMMVY portal, with Aadhaar authentication. You can also register online on pmmvy.wcd.gov.in as a citizen with Aadhaar OTP.
- After the birth, give the birth certificate and vaccination details for the second part.
- For a second girl child, register after the birth with her birth certificate.
Late registration is allowed for some time after the birth, but registering early keeps both parts on track.
Status check and payment problems
Log in on the PMMVY portal with your registered mobile number and OTP to see each part's status, or ask your anganwadi worker, who can see it on her dashboard.
| Payment issue | Why | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Payment failed | Aadhaar seeding missing, or account dormant | Seed Aadhaar and enable DBT at the bank or post office |
| Name mismatch | Different spelling in Aadhaar and bank | Correct one of them, then ask for resubmission |
| Second part pending | Vaccination not entered | Show the MCP card to the anganwadi worker |
| Rejected for eligibility | No eligibility proof uploaded | Give a valid proof and ask for review |
Similar state schemes
Some states run their own maternity cash schemes, for example the Dr Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme in Tamil Nadu, with their own amounts and rules. These are separate from PMMVY and may or may not be paid together. For other help for women and girls, see the schemes for women hub and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
Frequently asked questions
How much money does matru vandana yojana give?
5,000 rupees in two parts for the first child, plus 6,000 rupees in a single payment when the second baby is a daughter.
Can I apply for the pmmvy scheme without my husband's Aadhaar?
Yes. Under the current rules the woman's own Aadhaar is enough.
Does the second child get money if it is a boy?
No. Only a daughter born as the second child brings the extra payment.
How do I do the pradhan mantri matru vandana yojana status check?
Log in to the PMMVY portal with your registered mobile and OTP, or ask your anganwadi worker to check it.
Is PMMVY the same as Janani Suraksha Yojana?
No. Janani Suraksha pays for giving birth in a health facility. PMMVY is a separate maternity benefit, and a woman can get both if eligible.
Can I do pradhan mantri matru vandana yojana online registration myself?
Yes, through citizen login on the PMMVY portal with Aadhaar OTP, though most women register through the anganwadi worker.
Official sources
- PMMVY official portalpmmvy.wcd.gov.in
- Ministry of Women and Child Developmentwcd.gov.in
- PIB: PMMVY under Mission Shaktipib.gov.in
Rules, amounts and portals can change. Check the official source before you apply or deposit.