PMMVY Maternity Scheme: 9 Years of Benefits
Why in the news
The flagship maternity scheme marked nine years in January 2026.
Key facts
- Ministry: Women and Child Development.
- Aid goes to pregnant and lactating women for the first living child.
| Installment | Amount | Trigger |
|---|---|---|
| First | ₹1,000 | Early pregnancy registration |
| Second | ₹2,000 | One antenatal check-up at least |
| Third | ₹2,000 | Birth registered, first immunisation cycle done |
Objectives
- Better nutrition and health; early registration.
- Institutional delivery, vaccination and post-natal care.
- Partial wage-loss compensation.
Exam angle
- Total with JSY: ₹6,000.
- Payment mode: DBT.