PMMVY Maternity Benefit is ₹5,000 paid to a mother for her first living child, to support her nutrition and rest during pregnancy and after delivery. It is paid in instalments into the mother’s Aadhaar-seeded bank or post-office account, and it is claimed through the Anganwadi centre or the PMMVY portal. This guide explains the PMMVY Maternity Benefit: who can apply, how much is paid, and how to apply in AP.
PMMVY Maternity Benefit at a Glance
| Point | What to know |
|---|---|
| What it is | Maternity benefit under Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY 2.0, Mission Shakti) |
| First child | ₹5,000, paid in instalments |
| Second child | ₹6,000 if the second child is a girl |
| Payment | Direct Benefit Transfer to the mother’s Aadhaar-seeded bank/post-office account |
| Apply at | Anganwadi centre or the PMMVY portal, with MCP card and Aadhaar |
PMMVY Maternity Benefit: What It Is
PMMVY Maternity Benefit is the cash benefit paid under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, the national maternity benefit scheme, now run under Mission Shakti as PMMVY 2.0. It is paid to a pregnant woman for her first living child, so that she can eat well, rest, and take care of herself and the baby during pregnancy and after delivery. The benefit is meant to partly compensate for the wages a woman loses when she cannot work, and to encourage her to use health services.
The benefit is paid in instalments, linked to the stages of pregnancy and delivery: registration, antenatal check-ups, and the birth and immunisation of the child. The money is paid by Direct Benefit Transfer into the mother’s Aadhaar-seeded bank or post-office account. The scheme is run through the Women and Child Development Department, and the Anganwadi centre is the local point of contact. The Ministry of Women and Child Development publishes the national scheme details.
How Much Is Paid and When
The PMMVY Maternity Benefit for the first living child is ₹5,000, paid in instalments to the mother’s Aadhaar-seeded bank or post-office account. The instalments are linked to the stages of the pregnancy and the child’s early life, so the mother receives the money as she completes each stage — registration, check-ups, delivery and the child’s immunisation.
For the second child, the benefit is ₹6,000 if the second child is a girl. That is the rule under PMMVY 2.0, and it is meant to support the girl child. The exact instalment schedule is shown on the PMMVY portal and at the Anganwadi centre, and the mother should check it when she applies, because the schedule is the basis for when each payment arrives. Our guide to Anganwadi Services in AP explains the centre where the application is made, and the PMMVY portal is the official source for the scheme.
Who Can Apply
The PMMVY Maternity Benefit is for a pregnant woman expecting her first living child. She must be registered at the Anganwadi centre or the health centre, and she must have the documents the scheme asks for. Women who are already receiving a similar maternity benefit from another government scheme, or who are in regular government employment, are generally not eligible — the scheme is meant for women who do not have such support, and the exact eligibility is checked at the Anganwadi centre.
The mother should register as early as possible in the pregnancy, because the first instalment is linked to early registration and the antenatal check-ups. A late registration can delay or reduce the benefit, so the mother should go to the Anganwadi as soon as the pregnancy is confirmed. Our guide to Balika Raksha explains the scheme for the girl child, and Mission Shakti in Andhra Pradesh explains the wider programme for women.
How to Apply in AP
Applying for the PMMVY Maternity Benefit in AP starts at the Anganwadi centre. The mother goes to the Anganwadi with her Aadhaar card, her Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card, and her bank or post-office passbook. The Anganwadi Worker helps her fill the application, and the application is made on the PMMVY portal. The mother can also apply on the portal herself, but the Anganwadi is the easier route for most mothers, because the Worker knows the process and can check the documents.
After the application, the mother should keep the acknowledgement and the application number, and should attend the antenatal check-ups and the delivery at the health facility, because the instalments are linked to those stages. The Anganwadi Worker keeps the mother informed about the next stage and the next payment. The AP government portal lists the services available at Sachivalayams, and NTR Baby Kit Scheme 2025 explains the kit given to newborns.
Documents You Will Need
The documents for the PMMVY Maternity Benefit are the ones a pregnant mother should have in any case: the Aadhaar card, the Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card, and the bank or post-office passbook in the mother’s name, with the account seeded to her Aadhaar. The MCP card is the record of the pregnancy — the check-ups, the injections and the delivery — and it is the document that proves each stage for the instalments.
Make sure the bank account is in the mother’s name and is seeded to her Aadhaar, because the payment is made by Direct Benefit Transfer into that account. If the account is in someone else’s name, or is not seeded, the payment will fail. If the Aadhaar has an error — a wrong name or a wrong date of birth — correct it at an Aadhaar enrolment centre before applying. Our guide to Mission Vatsalya Scheme 2026 explains the wider child protection programme.
Tracking Your Application and Payment
After applying, the mother can track the PMMVY Maternity Benefit on the PMMVY portal, using the application number, or by asking the Anganwadi Worker. Each instalment is paid after the stage it is linked to is completed and verified, so the mother should check that the check-ups and the delivery are recorded on the MCP card and on the portal.
If a payment does not arrive after the stage is completed, the first step is to check the bank account and the Aadhaar seeding, and then to ask the Anganwadi Worker to check the application status. If the problem is not resolved, a grievance can be raised — our guide on raising a grievance on the NBM portal explains the route. Do not pay any agent who promises to get the benefit released — the application is free, and the payment is made by the government.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PMMVY Maternity Benefit?
It is ₹5,000 paid to a mother for her first living child, under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY 2.0, Mission Shakti), in instalments linked to pregnancy and delivery stages.
How much is paid for the second child?
₹6,000, if the second child is a girl. That is the rule under PMMVY 2.0.
How do I apply for the PMMVY Maternity Benefit in AP?
Apply at your Anganwadi centre or on the PMMVY portal, with your Aadhaar card, MCP card and bank or post-office passbook. The Anganwadi Worker can help with the application.
How is the benefit paid?
By Direct Benefit Transfer into the mother’s Aadhaar-seeded bank or post-office account, in instalments linked to registration, check-ups, delivery and the child’s immunisation.
What documents do I need for PMMVY?
Your Aadhaar card, your Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card, and your bank or post-office passbook in your name, seeded to your Aadhaar.
The PMMVY Maternity Benefit is ₹5,000 that a mother can count on for her first child — but only if she registers early, keeps her MCP card up to date, and makes sure her bank account is seeded to her Aadhaar. Go to the Anganwadi as soon as the pregnancy is confirmed, and let the Worker guide you through the stages.
Last updated: November 2026