What do you get under Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
Up to ₹18,000 per pregnancy in instalments (cash plus two nutrition kits), together with PMMVY.
Instalments: nutrition kit in month 3, ₹6,000 in month 4, kit in month 6, ₹6,000 after delivery and ₹2,000 after month 9 (first pregnancy).
Who is eligible for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
- Pregnant women from SC/ST, BPL or NFSA ration card families, PM-JAY, PM-Kisan or e-Shram card holders, women with disabilities, ASHA and Anganwadi workers and other low-income groups.
- Full ₹18,000 for the first pregnancy and for a second child that is a girl; smaller amounts in other cases.
Also check:
- Register the pregnancy early with the Village Health Nurse or PHC to get a PICME number; instalments depend on check-ups and institutional delivery.
Documents needed for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity
- Register at the nearest Village Health Nurse, PHC or Government hospital; the pregnancy is entered in PICME and payments follow each milestone.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
Pregnant women from SC/ST, BPL or NFSA ration card families, PM-JAY, PM-Kisan or e-Shram card holders, women with disabilities, ASHA and Anganwadi workers and other low-income groups. Full ₹18,000 for the first pregnancy and for a second child that is a girl; smaller amounts in other cases.
How much do I get under Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
Up to ₹18,000 per pregnancy in instalments (cash plus two nutrition kits), together with PMMVY. Instalments: nutrition kit in month 3, ₹6,000 in month 4, kit in month 6, ₹6,000 after delivery and ₹2,000 after month 9 (first pregnancy).
What documents do I need for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card; Ration card.
How do I apply for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
Register at the nearest Village Health Nurse, PHC or Government hospital; the pregnancy is entered in PICME and payments follow each milestone. Official site: https://nhm.tn.gov.in/picmee/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Muthulakshmi Reddy maternity?
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
- Health and Family Welfare Department Policy Note 2026-27 (6.6.1)
- National Health Mission Tamil Nadu: PICME
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.