Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme (Mathrupoorna Yojane) 2026 - Rs. 6,000 Aid for Pregnant Women of BPL Families

Karnataka government's Mathrushree Scheme 2026 provides financial support of Rs. 6,000 to pregnant women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. Under this Mathrupoorna Yojane, the amount is paid through direct benefit transfer (DBT) in six monthly installments of Rs. 1,000 each, covering three months before delivery and three months after delivery.

Karnataka Govt. started Mathrushree Scheme on 1 November 2018 and it is still running. The scheme is open to pregnant women from BPL families and covers only the first two pregnancies. The money goes directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the eligible mother.

Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme 2026 - Rs. 6,000 Mathrupoorna Yojane

The main features and highlights of Mathrushree Scheme are given below:-

All pregnant mothers from poor families get help from this scheme, and this amount supports them during delivery. The state government will transfer the pregnancy aid amount directly through DBT into the Aadhaar-linked bank accounts of the eligible expecting mothers.

Mathru Purna Scheme Benefits for Pregnant and Lactating Women

The state government of Karnataka is implementing Mathru Purna Scheme or Matru Poorna Scheme for pregnant and lactating poor women across the state. The aim of Mathrupoorna Yojane is to provide at least one nutritious meal every day to pregnant women, particularly those living in rural areas of the state.

The guidelines and framework of Mathrushree Scheme are operated by the Department of Women and Child Development, government of Karnataka. This scheme includes rice, dal or sambar, green vegetables, pulses, egg and groundnut-jaggery chikki to meet the nutritional needs of pregnant and lactating women in rural areas.

In addition, this scheme provides two kinds of sprouts for those pregnant women who do not eat eggs. The responsibility to implement this scheme is of all the anganwadis working among rural women across the state.

Matru Poorna Scheme Objectives

The objective of Matru Poorna scheme is to improve maternal health that has a direct effect on the nutrition of women and child. Under the scheme, the estimated cost of each meal could be around Rs. 21 per meal. The meal to pregnant women would be provided for 15 months, meaning it starts from the time of pregnancy up to six months after delivery. This scheme helps in curbing child malnutrition across the state.

The state government had even launched micro nutrients for pregnant and lactating women living in backward taluks under Mathru Pushtivardhini Scheme, under National Health Mission (NHM). In a recent budget, Karnataka government announced extending the scheme to all 30 districts in the state and made a provision in budget and allocated funds for effective rollout of Mathrushree scheme.

The workers of anganwadis can change the diet in case the stipulated items are not easily available in the region, and the food preference of beneficiaries is taken into consideration at the time of providing meals. The rollout process of Matru Poorna scheme has started at all anganwadi centres across the state. The state government is providing all requirements and grants to procure utensils and gas cylinders for cooking food at anganwadis.

Eligibility and Documents for Mathrushree Scheme

Before applying, every applicant should check that she meets all the conditions set by the government. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Karnataka and belong to a BPL family with a valid BPL ration card. The scheme covers only the first two pregnancies, so women who have already had two children cannot apply again. The applicant must have a bank account linked to her Aadhaar number so that the DBT payment can be processed without any problem.

The required documents for the application are given below:-

• Aadhaar card or any government-issued identity card, which is also needed to link the bank account for DBT.
• BPL ration card, which confirms the household's below poverty line status and is required to process the application.
• Pregnancy reports from a registered medical practitioner or government health facility confirming the pregnancy and the expected delivery date.
• Bank account details linked to Aadhaar, with the account in the name of the pregnant woman herself.

How to Apply for Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme 2026

The Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme follows an offline application process through the Anganwadi network. There is no online application option, but the process is simple and easy to follow.

STEP 1 - Locate and visit the Anganwadi centre closest to your home. Anganwadi centres are present in almost every village, ward and urban block across Karnataka. If you are not sure of the nearest centre, your ASHA worker or village panchayat office can help you find it.

STEP 2 - At the Anganwadi centre, request the application form for the Mathrushree Scheme from the ASHA worker or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) stationed there. They are trained to assist applicants and can answer any questions about the scheme.

STEP 3 - Fill in all the details requested in the application form, including personal information, husband's name, residential address, BPL ration card number, bank account details, Aadhaar number and pregnancy details as confirmed by the medical reports. Make sure all entries match the details on the supporting documents exactly.

STEP 4 - Attach self-attested copies of all required documents, such as Aadhaar card, BPL ration card, pregnancy reports and bank account details, to the completed application form.

STEP 5 - Review every entry once more to make sure there are no errors or missing information, then submit the completed application form along with all attached documents to the supervisor or ANM at the Anganwadi centre.

STEP 6 - Collect an acknowledgement or receipt from the centre after submission. This confirms that the application has been officially received and serves as a reference for any future follow-up. Once the application is verified and approved, monthly installments of Rs. 1,000 begin appearing in the linked bank account according to the payment schedule tied to the delivery date.

Other Schemes for Pregnant Women in Karnataka - Maternity Benefit Scheme

The following schemes for pregnant women are currently running in Karnataka:-

• Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY), which gives cash support to encourage institutional deliveries among BPL women.
• Thali Bhagya, which provides free food grains to eligible families.
• Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, the central maternity benefit scheme that gives Rs. 5,000 to first-time pregnant mothers.
• Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana, which offers health insurance cover to poor families.
• Janani Suraksha Yojane, which supports safe delivery for pregnant women.

For more details on the Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme, visit the official website of the Department of Women and Child Development at dwcd.karnataka.gov.in. Eligible women can also check related support such as the Madilu Kit Scheme and the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana.

FAQ's

What is the Karnataka Mathrushree Scheme?

It is a state government scheme launched on 1 November 2018 by former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy to provide financial support of Rs. 6,000 to pregnant women from BPL families in Karnataka, helping them access proper nutrition and healthcare during and after pregnancy.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

Only pregnant women who are permanent residents of Karnataka and belong to BPL families with a valid BPL ration card are eligible. Benefits are available only for the first two pregnancies.

How much financial support is given under the scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries receive a total of Rs. 6,000 paid in six monthly installments of Rs. 1,000 each, with three installments before delivery and three after.

Is online application available for this scheme?

No. The scheme follows an offline application process through Anganwadi centres. There is no online application option available.

How will the payment be received?

Payments are transferred directly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account in monthly installments. The bank account must be active and properly linked to Aadhaar before applying.