{"id":175107,"date":"2024-04-30T10:41:32","date_gmt":"2024-04-30T05:11:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=175107"},"modified":"2024-04-30T10:41:33","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T05:11:33","slug":"pm-matru-vandana-yojana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024 Features, Benefits and Eligibility"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana_2024\" >PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#Overview_table_of_PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana\" >Overview table of PM Matru Vandana Yojana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#%E0%A4%AA%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A8%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%80_%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%83%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B5_%E0%A4%B5%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%A6%E0%A4%A8_%E0%A4%AF%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%9C%E0%A4%A8%E0%A4%BE_2024\" >\u092a\u094d\u0930\u0927\u093e\u0928\u092e\u0902\u0924\u094d\u0930\u0940 \u092e\u093e\u0924\u0943\u0924\u094d\u0935 \u0935\u0902\u0926\u0928 \u092f\u094b\u091c\u0928\u093e\u00a02024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#What_is_PM_Matru_Vandana_Scheme\" >What is PM Matru Vandana Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana_Apply_Online\" >PM Matru Vandana Yojana Apply Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pm-matru-vandana-yojana\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/\">Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/category\/government-scheme\/\">Government Scheme<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024 Features, Benefits and Eligibility<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana_2024\"><\/span>PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024: <\/strong>The PMMVY is a crucial initiative launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, aimed at providing support to pregnant women and lactating mothers across the country. This flagship scheme, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana is designed to offer maternity benefits to women, particularly those from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring their well-being during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_table_of_PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana\"><\/span>Overview table of PM Matru Vandana Yojana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details <\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scheme Name<\/td><td>PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Launch Date<\/td><td>1<sup>st<\/sup>\u00a0January 2017<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Objective<\/td><td>Providing financial and healthcare support to pregnant and lactating mothers, promoting gender equality.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Benefits<\/td><td>Financial assistance, incentives for girl child, support for institutional deliveries, maternity benefits.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eligibility Criteria<\/td><td>Age requirement (at least 19), wage loss due to pregnancy, first live birth, application within 270 days, belonging to specific categories (e.g., SC\/ST, disabled, BPL).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Documents Required<\/td><td>Aadhaar card, Aadhaar-linked bank\/post office account, bank account details, eligibility proof, MCP\/RCHI card, LMP date, ANC date, child&#8217;s birth certificate, immunization details, proof of income below \u20b98 lakh per annum, MGNREGA job card, Kisan Samman Nidhi beneficiary status, e-Shram card, PMJAY beneficiary status, BPL ration card, disability certificate, caste certificate (for SC\/ST), proof of occupation and pregnancy\/lactation status (for ASHAs, AWWs, AWHs).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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id=\"What_is_PM_Matru_Vandana_Scheme\"><\/span>What is PM Matru Vandana Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PM Matru Vandana Scheme is a government initiative focused on providing financial assistance and support to pregnant and lactating mothers. It ensures that women, especially those from marginalized sections, receive adequate care and assistance during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PM Matru Vandana Yojana Objectives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary objectives of the PM Matru Vandana Yojana include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Maternity Benefits:<\/strong> Providing financial support to pregnant and lactating women for their maternal healthcare needs.<\/li><li><strong>Gender Equality:<\/strong> Encouraging positive attitudes towards the girl child through additional incentives for her birth.<\/li><li><strong>Sex Ratio Improvement:<\/strong> Addressing gender imbalances by promoting the value of daughters and discouraging gender-based discrimination.<\/li><li><strong>Social and Economic Support:<\/strong> Offering assistance to women from marginalized backgrounds to ensure equal access to healthcare and financial resources during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/central-government-schemes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Know More About Other Central Govt Scheme 2024<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PM Matru Vandana Yojana Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PM Matru Vandana Yojana Features are provided in the following points: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Financial Support:<\/strong> The scheme provides financial aid to pregnant and lactating mothers for their maternal and childcare expenses.<\/li><li><strong>Healthcare Incentives:<\/strong> It encourages institutional deliveries and immunization, ensuring safer childbirth and disease prevention for both mother and child.<\/li><li><strong>Gender Equality:<\/strong> Offering extra cash incentives for the birth of girls challenges gender bias and promotes equal value for daughters.<\/li><li><strong>Maternal and Infant Well-being:<\/strong> By focusing on financial assistance, healthcare incentives, and gender equality, the scheme aims to enhance the overall health and development of mothers and infants.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PM Matru Vandana Yojana Benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Financial Assistance for First Child:<\/strong> Mothers receive financial aid in two installments for the birth of their first child, covering pregnancy and childbirth expenses.<\/li><li><strong>Incentives for Girl Child:<\/strong> Extra cash incentives are provided for the birth of a girl child, promoting gender equality and challenging societal biases.<\/li><li><strong>Support for Institutional Deliveries and Immunization:<\/strong> Incentivizes safe childbirth practices and timely immunization, improving maternal and child health outcomes.<\/li><li><strong>Maternity Benefits:<\/strong> Eligible beneficiaries receive support for maternity expenses, ensuring access to essential healthcare services during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/li><li><strong>Promoting Well-being:<\/strong> Overall focus on improving the health and development of both mothers and infants through financial aid and healthcare incentives.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scheme Condition<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Conditions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Amount (in Rs.)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>First Instalment<\/strong><\/td><td>On registration of pregnancy and at least one Antenatal checkup within six months from last menstrual period date at the Anganwadi Centre or approved Health facilities may be identified by the respective administering State\/UT.<\/td><td>3,000\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Second Instalment<\/strong><\/td><td>Childbirth is registered. The child has received all due vaccines till the age of 14 weeks as admissible under the Universal Immunization Programme of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.<\/td><td>2,000\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Single Instalment<\/strong><\/td><td>On registration of pregnancy and at least one Ante-Natal Check-up (ANC) within six months from LMP at the Anganwadi Centre (AWC) approved Health facilities may be identified by the respective administering State\/UT. The girl child birth shall be registered under this Scheme.<\/td><td>6,000\/-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PM Matru Vandana Yojana Eligibility Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Age Requirement:<\/strong> The applicant must be at least 19 years old to qualify for the scheme.<\/li><li><strong>Pregnant Women:<\/strong> The scheme is specifically designed to support pregnant women who are experiencing wage loss due to pregnancy. This ensures that women who may face financial challenges during their pregnancy period are eligible for assistance.<\/li><li><strong>First Live Birth:<\/strong> The PM Matru Vandana Yojana is applicable only for the first live birth of the applicant. Subsequent pregnancies are not covered under this scheme.<\/li><li><strong>Application Period:<\/strong> Eligible beneficiaries can apply for the benefit under the PMMVY scheme within 270 days from the childbirth. This timeframe allows for timely application and disbursement of benefits.<\/li><li><strong>Additional Eligibility Categories:<\/strong> Apart from the general eligibility criteria mentioned above, the scheme also considers certain specific categories of women for assistance. These categories include:<ul><li>Women belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST).<\/li><li>Women who are partially (40%) or fully disabled (Divyang Jan).<\/li><li>Women holding Below Poverty Line (BPL) Ration Cards.<\/li><li>Women beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PMJAY) under Ayushman Bharat.<\/li><li>Women holding e-Shram cards.<\/li><li>Women farmers who are beneficiaries under Kisan Samman Nidhi.<\/li><li>Women holding Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) Job Cards.<\/li><li>Women whose net family income is less than Rs. 8 lakh per annum.<\/li><li>Pregnant and Lactating Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), and Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs).<\/li><li>Women holding Ration Cards under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013.<\/li><li>Any other category as prescribed by the Central Government.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Matru_Vandana_Yojana_Apply_Online\"><\/span>PM Matru Vandana Yojana Apply Online<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PM Matru Vandana Yojana offers an easy online application process for pregnant and lactating mothers in India. Through the PMMVY Apply Online portal, eligible beneficiaries can quickly register for financial assistance and support. This introduction highlights the simplicity and effectiveness of the online application system in aiding women during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit the official website of the Ministry and select the Citizen login tab.<\/li><li>Input your mobile number and complete the verification process.<\/li><li>Provide your Full Name, State, District, Area, Block, Village, and your relationship with the beneficiary.<\/li><li>Click on the create account button to proceed.<\/li><li>Once your account is successfully created, return to the main homepage of the website and click on the Login tab.<\/li><li>Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha code to access your account.<\/li><li>Apply for the scheme after logging in.<\/li><li>Upon successful login, navigate to the &#8220;Data Entry&#8221; tab and select &#8220;Beneficiary Registration.&#8221;<\/li><li>Fill in all the required personal details on the Beneficiary registration page.<\/li><li>Choose the appropriate option under the Scheme for either the First Child or Second Child.<\/li><li>Once all the form details are completed, click the Submit button to finalize your application.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PM Matru Vandana Yojana Documents Required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Documents required for the PM Matru Vandana Yojana are following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Aadhaar card: <\/strong>Essential for identification and verification purposes.<\/li><li><strong>Aadhaar-linked bank\/post office account: <\/strong>Needed for direct benefit transfer.<\/li><li><strong>Bank account details: <\/strong>Required for disbursing financial assistance.<\/li><li><strong>Eligibility proof: <\/strong>Documents proving eligibility criteria, such as income certificates or job cards.<\/li><li><strong>MCP\/RCHI card:<\/strong> Maternity and Child Protection or Reproductive and Child Health Immunization card for maternal and child health records.<\/li><li><strong>LMP date: <\/strong>Last Menstrual Period date, important for determining pregnancy stage.<\/li><li><strong>ANC date: <\/strong>Antenatal Care date, indicating prenatal health check-ups.<\/li><li><strong>Child&#8217;s birth certificate: <\/strong>Proof of childbirth, necessary for availing benefits.<\/li><li><strong>Child&#8217;s immunization details: <\/strong>Records of vaccinations administered to the newborn.<\/li><li><strong>Proof of income below \u20b98 lakh per annum: <\/strong>Document demonstrating income eligibility.<\/li><li><strong>MGNREGA job card:<\/strong> Proof of employment under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.<\/li><li><strong>Kisan Samman Nidhi beneficiary status:<\/strong> Proof of being a beneficiary under the Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.<\/li><li><strong>e-Shram card: <\/strong>Proof of registration under the e-Shram portal.<\/li><li><strong>PMJAY beneficiary status: <\/strong>Proof of enrollment in the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PMJAY).<\/li><li><strong>BPL ration card:<\/strong> Proof of belonging to Below Poverty Line category for ration entitlements.<\/li><li><strong>Disability certificate: <\/strong>Proof of partial or full disability status, if applicable.<\/li><li><strong>Caste certificate for SC\/ST women: <\/strong>Proof of belonging to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category.<\/li><li><strong>Proof of being a pregnant or lactating Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) or Anganwadi Worker\/Helper (AWW\/AWH):<\/strong> Documentation verifying the occupation and pregnancy\/lactation status.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, the PM Matru Vandana Yojana 2024 assists pregnant and lactating mothers, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds, through financial aid and healthcare incentives. With an easy online application process and strict eligibility criteria, it aims to improve maternal and child health and promote gender equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714451864784\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1) <strong>What is the PM Matru Vandana Scheme?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: The PM Matru Vandana Scheme is a government initiative focused on providing financial assistance and support to pregnant and lactating mothers, particularly those from marginalized sections, ensuring adequate care during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714452112303\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2) <strong>What are the objectives of PM Matru Vandana Yojana?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: The objectives include providing maternity benefits, promoting gender equality, improving sex ratio, and offering social and economic support to marginalized women for equal access to healthcare.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714452158477\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3) <strong>What are the eligibility criteria for PM Matru Vandana Yojana?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Eligibility criteria include being at least 19 years old, experiencing wage loss due to pregnancy, having the first live birth, applying within 270 days from childbirth, and belonging to specific categories such as SC\/ST, disabled, or below the poverty line.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714452190269\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4) <strong>Can women from specific occupational backgrounds apply for PM Matru Vandana Yojana?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Yes, women from various occupational backgrounds like Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs), farmers under Kisan Samman Nidhi, MGNREGA job cardholders, e-Shram cardholders, and beneficiaries under PMJAY are eligible to apply.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1714452261638\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5) <strong>Is there any financial assistance provided under PM Matru Vandana Yojana?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Yes, financial assistance is provided in the form of two installments: \u20b93000 for the first installment and \u20b92000 for the second installment, along with a single installment of \u20b96000 for specific conditions like registration of pregnancy, Antenatal Check-up (ANC), and birth of a girl child.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator 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