What do you get under Matritva Poshan?
₹6,000 in three instalments to women pregnant with their second child, for regular check-ups and a hospital delivery. With PMMVY, a second daughter brings ₹8,000 in all.
It was called Indira Gandhi Matritva Poshan Yojana until it was renamed; the rules did not change.
Who is eligible for Matritva Poshan?
- Women pregnant with their second child (from 1 April 2022 across the state).
- Instalments: ₹1,000 on registration within 120 days of the last period, ₹1,000 after at least two check-ups within six months, and ₹4,000 after an institutional delivery of a boy (or transgender child).
- If the second child is a girl, a one-time ₹6,000 is paid under PM Matru Vandana Yojana, so a daughter brings ₹8,000 in total.
- Anganwadi workers, helpers, ASHA sahyoginis and saathins can also benefit. Women in regular central, state or PSU jobs cannot.
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- This is for the second child only.
- Women in regular government or PSU jobs are not eligible.
Documents needed for Matritva Poshan
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How to apply for Matritva Poshan
- There is no form: register the pregnancy early at the anganwadi or with the ANM, and give your Jan Aadhaar and mobile number for PCTS entry.
- Attend the check-ups and deliver in a hospital; instalments are paid from the PCTS records to your bank account.
How to check Matritva Poshan status
- Ask the anganwadi worker or ANM whether your PCTS entries are complete, and check your bank SMS or passbook.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Matritva Poshan?
Women pregnant with their second child (from 1 April 2022 across the state). Instalments: ₹1,000 on registration within 120 days of the last period, ₹1,000 after at least two check-ups within six months, and ₹4,000 after an institutional delivery of a boy (or transgender child). If the second child is a girl, a one-time ₹6,000 is paid under PM Matru Vandana Yojana, so a daughter brings ₹8,000 in total. Anganwadi workers, helpers, ASHA sahyoginis and saathins can also benefit. Women in regular central, state or PSU jobs cannot.
How much do I get under Matritva Poshan?
₹6,000 in three instalments to women pregnant with their second child, for regular check-ups and a hospital delivery. With PMMVY, a second daughter brings ₹8,000 in all. It was called Indira Gandhi Matritva Poshan Yojana until it was renamed; the rules did not change.
What documents do I need for Matritva Poshan?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Matritva Poshan?
There is no form: register the pregnancy early at the anganwadi or with the ANM, and give your Jan Aadhaar and mobile number for PCTS entry. Attend the check-ups and deliver in a hospital; instalments are paid from the PCTS records to your bank account. Official site: https://wcd.rajasthan.gov.in/
How do I check Matritva Poshan status?
Ask the anganwadi worker or ANM whether your PCTS entries are complete, and check your bank SMS or passbook.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Matritva Poshan?
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.
How much does Matritva Poshan Yojana give?
₹6,000 in three instalments (₹1,000, ₹1,000 and ₹4,000) for the second child. If the second child is a girl, ₹6,000 comes under PMMVY in place of the last instalment, making ₹8,000 in all.
Do I need to fill a form?
No. Register the pregnancy at the anganwadi or with the ANM with your Jan Aadhaar and mobile number; payments follow the PCTS records.
Official sources
- Rajasthan government scheme portal: Mukhyamantri Matritva Poshan Yojana, ICDS (updated 1 October 2025)
- Women and Child Development Department, Govt of Rajasthan
Last checked 1 November 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.