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Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)

Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Mission). Cash help for giving birth in a government or accredited hospital. Who qualifies: Pregnant women who deliver in a government or accredited private facility. Applying is free on nhm.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Mission)
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under Janani Suraksha?

Cash help for giving birth in a government or accredited hospital. In low-performing states it is ₹1,400 in rural areas and ₹1,000 in urban areas; elsewhere it is ₹700 and ₹600 for eligible mothers.

Who is eligible for Janani Suraksha?

  • Pregnant women who deliver in a government or accredited private facility.
  • In most states: BPL, SC or ST mothers. In low-performing states: all mothers delivering in government facilities.

Documents needed for Janani Suraksha

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Janani Suraksha

  1. Register your pregnancy with the ASHA or ANM, or at the government health centre.
  2. Deliver at a government or accredited hospital; the money goes to your bank account.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Janani Suraksha?

Pregnant women who deliver in a government or accredited private facility. In most states: BPL, SC or ST mothers. In low-performing states: all mothers delivering in government facilities.

How much do I get under Janani Suraksha?

Cash help for giving birth in a government or accredited hospital. In low-performing states it is ₹1,400 in rural areas and ₹1,000 in urban areas; elsewhere it is ₹700 and ₹600 for eligible mothers.

What documents do I need for Janani Suraksha?

Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Ration card.

How do I apply for Janani Suraksha?

Register your pregnancy with the ASHA or ANM, or at the government health centre. Deliver at a government or accredited hospital; the money goes to your bank account. Official site: https://nhm.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Janani Suraksha?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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