First-Time Mothers to Receive ₹5,000 Support Under Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), a flagship scheme of the central government, is bringing relief and confidence to lakhs of women across the country. Designed especially for first-time mothers, the scheme offers financial assistance to support nutrition, medical checkups, and overall health during pregnancy.

Reeta, a 25-year-old homemaker, recently benefited from this programme. “When I learned that the government would deposit ₹5,000 into my bank account, I felt incredibly relieved. It helped me manage doctor visits and medication without worrying about money,” she shared.

Key Benefits of the Scheme

Under PMMVY, first-time pregnant women receive a total of ₹5,000 in three instalments, aimed at ensuring proper medical care and nutrition:

• 1st Instalment – ₹1,000: Provided after early registration of pregnancy.

• 2nd Instalment – ₹2,000: Given after completing at least one antenatal checkup and reaching six months of pregnancy.

• 3rd Instalment – ₹2,000: Released after registering the child’s birth and completing the first round of vaccination.

A notable feature of the revised scheme is that if the second child is a girl, the mother may receive an additional ₹6,000, helping promote girl-child welfare while reducing the financial burden on families. All payments are transferred directly to the mother's bank or post office account to ensure transparency and immediate access.

Eligibility and Important Conditions

The benefits of PMMVY are available to married women aged 19 or above whose first pregnancy occurred on or after 1 January 2017. Priority is given to:

• SC/ST women

• Women with disabilities

• Families holding BPL cards

• Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries

• Women registered under e-Shram

• PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi beneficiaries

Applications must be submitted within 270 days of childbirth, failing which the applicant may lose the benefits. For many rural women like Suman Devi, the scheme has been transformative. “Earlier, I struggled to manage money for checkups. Now everything feels much easier,” she said.

How to Apply

Women can apply both online and offline:

Online Application

Visit pmmvy.wcd.gov.in and upload required documents such as:

• Aadhaar card

• Bank passbook

• Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card

Offline Application

Submit the required forms at the nearest Anganwadi centre or health facility:

• Form 1A: For the first instalment

• Form 1B: For the second instalment

• Form 1C: For the third instalment

The government has simplified the application process to make it accessible for all eligible women. For any issues, applicants can reach out to the scheme’s helpline.