Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) 2026: ₹6000 Maternity Benefit, Status Check, Eligibility & Form 1A, 1B, 1C Download

The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a maternity benefit scheme launched by the Government of India on 1 January 2017. The scheme aims to provide financial support to pregnant and lactating women so that they can maintain proper nutrition and healthcare during pregnancy and after childbirth.

The program is implemented under Section 4 of the National Food Security Act 2013, which guarantees maternity benefits for eligible women. Financial assistance provided under the scheme helps compensate for wage loss during pregnancy and encourages mothers to take proper rest before and after delivery.

Under PMMVY, eligible beneficiaries can receive ₹5000 for the first child, while ₹6000 is provided for the second child if the child is a girl, under the updated PMMVY 2.0 guidelines.

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) - Overview 

Scheme Name	Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
Launched by	Government of India
Launch Date	1 January 2017
Implementing Ministry	Ministry of Women and Child Development
Benefit Amount	₹5000 for first child, ₹6000 for second child (girl child)
Payment Mode	Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Application Mode	Offline through Anganwadi Centre or government health facility
Status Check	Available online through the PMMVY Portal
Official Website	https://pmmvy.wcd.gov.in/

Objectives of PMMVY Scheme

The main objective of the PMMVY scheme is to improve maternal and child health by providing financial assistance to pregnant women.

Key objectives include:

• Providing cash incentives to compensate for wage loss during pregnancy
• Encouraging pregnant women to take adequate rest before and after childbirth
• Improving nutrition and healthcare for mothers and newborn children
• Promoting institutional delivery and regular antenatal check-ups
• Encouraging positive social attitudes toward the girl child

Benefits of Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

The scheme provides financial assistance mainly to women belonging to economically and socially disadvantaged sections of society.

Major benefits include:

• ₹5000 maternity benefit for the first child
• ₹6000 financial assistance for the second child if it is a girl
• Direct transfer of funds to the beneficiary's bank or post office account
• Support for maternal nutrition and healthcare
• Encouragement for institutional delivery

Eligible women may also receive incentives under Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) after institutional delivery. Together, these schemes may provide around ₹6000 or more in total support, depending on eligibility.

PMMVY Financial Assistance and Installments

Financial assistance under PMMVY is provided after certain conditions are fulfilled.

Benefits for First Child
Eligible women receive ₹5000 in two installments.

Installment	Condition	Amount
First Installment	Pregnancy registration and at least one antenatal check-up within 6 months	₹3000
Second Installment	Childbirth registration and completion of the first vaccination cycle	₹2000

Benefits for Second Child (Girl Child Only)
If the second child is a girl, the beneficiary receives:

• ₹6000 in a single installment after the birth of the girl child

This provision aims to encourage the birth of girl children and improve the sex ratio at birth.

PMMVY Eligibility Criteria

The PMMVY eligibility rules are designed to support pregnant women from socially and economically disadvantaged sections of society.

Eligible beneficiaries include:

• Women belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST)
• Women with 40% or more disability
• Women holding BPL ration cards
• Beneficiaries under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
• Women holding E-Shram cards
• Women farmers receiving benefits under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
• Women with MGNREGA job cards
• Families with annual income up to ₹8 lakh, depending on scheme eligibility conditions
• Pregnant Anganwadi Workers (AWW), Anganwadi Helpers (AWH), and ASHA workers

Women who are regular employees of the central government, state government, or public sector undertakings and already receive maternity benefits under other laws are not eligible under PMMVY.

Aadhaar Requirement

To ensure transparency and prevent duplication, PMMVY benefits are linked to the Aadhaar number of the beneficiary. Aadhaar verification helps confirm beneficiary identity and ensures that payments are transferred directly to the bank account.

PMMVY Application Process

There is no direct online application process for beneficiaries under PMMVY. Eligible women must apply through their nearest Anganwadi Centre (AWC) or approved government health facility.

Step-by-Step Application Process

• Visit the nearest Anganwadi Centre or government health facility.
• Collect the required PMMVY application forms.
• Fill in the form with personal details, pregnancy information, Aadhaar number, and bank account details.
• Attach the necessary documents.
• Submit the form to the Anganwadi Worker or ASHA Worker.
• The application details are verified and uploaded to the official PMMVY Portal by authorized officials.
• After approval, the benefit amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT.

Applications should preferably be submitted during pregnancy and not later than 730 days from the date of childbirth as per scheme guidelines.

PMMVY Status Check Online

Applicants who have already submitted their application under PMMVY can perform a PMMVY status check online through the official portal.

Steps to Check PMMVY Status
1. Visit the official status tracking page 

https://pmmvy.wcd.gov.in/ManageTrackBeneficiary/TrackBeneficiary

2. Enter the required details such as:

• Beneficiary ID
• Registered Mobile number

3. Click on the "Validate" option.
4. Validate your entry and click on the "Track / Search" option. 

5. The current status of the application and payment details will appear on the screen.

This feature allows beneficiaries to monitor their application progress and confirm whether their maternity benefit has been approved.

PMMVY Form Download (Form 1A, 1B, 1C)

Beneficiaries must submit specific forms to receive maternity benefits under PMMVY. The PMMVY form download facility is available through official government resources.

Form 1A - Registration and First Installment
Form 1A is used for pregnancy registration and claiming the first installment under the scheme.

Form 1B - Second Installment Claim
Form 1B is used to claim the second installment after completing antenatal check-up requirements.

Form 1C - Final Claim After Childbirth
Form 1C is used after childbirth registration and completion of the first vaccination cycle to process the remaining benefit under the scheme.

Official Resources:

PMMVY Official Portal
https://pmmvy.wcd.gov.in/

Mission Shakti Guidelines
https://pmmvy.wcd.gov.in/Content/assets/PDF/MissionShaktiGuidelines.pdf

Forms Page
https://wcd.delhi.gov.in/wcd/pradhan-mantri-matru-vandana-yojana-pmmvy

PMMVY FAQ PDF Download

Beneficiaries can also download official FAQ documents to understand the scheme better.

General PMMVY FAQ
https://wcd.delhi.gov.in/sites/default/files/WCD/generic_multiple_files/pmmvyfaq.pdf

PMMVY 2.0 FAQ
https://wcd.delhi.gov.in/sites/default/files/WCD/generic_multiple_files/faqs.pdf

These documents explain eligibility rules, required documents, installment conditions, and other important details.

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

All payments under PMMVY are made through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The maternity benefit amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank or post office account, ensuring transparency and reducing delays in payment.

Implementation of PMMVY

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development at the central level.

At the state and union territory level, implementation may be carried out through:

• Women and Child Development Department
• Social Welfare Department
• Health Department

The scheme is monitored through a web-based system called PMMVY-CAS (Common Application Software).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is PMMVY?
PMMVY is a government maternity benefit scheme that provides financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women to improve maternal and child health.

Q2. How much financial assistance is provided under PMMVY?
Eligible women receive ₹5000 for the first child and ₹6000 for the second child if the child is a girl.

Q3. Can I apply online for PMMVY?
No. Beneficiaries cannot apply online directly. Applications must be submitted through Anganwadi centres or government health facilities.

Q4. How can I perform PMMVY status check?
You can perform PMMVY status check online through the official PMMVY portal using your beneficiary ID, Aadhaar number, or mobile number.

Q5. Which forms are required for PMMVY?
Applicants must submit Form 1A, Form 1B, and Form 1C to claim benefits under the scheme.