Uttarakhand government continues to run Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana in 2026, giving ₹3,000 every month to children who lost their parents or the family's sole earning member during the Covid-19 pandemic. Women Empowerment and Child Development department recently released about ₹4.39 crore to nearly 4,800 beneficiaries between April and June 2026 through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Support under this scheme started in May 2021 under former Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat, and the current government led by Pushkar Singh Dhami has kept it running for more than four years now. Along with the monthly amount, beneficiary children get free education, health cover and a share in job reservation.
What is Uttarakhand Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana
Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana is a welfare scheme for children in Uttarakhand who became orphans or lost their family's only earning member to Covid-19. District magistrates were made guardian officers for these children, responsible for their care and for protecting their share of ancestral property until they turn adults. Eligible children also get 5% horizontal reservation in Uttarakhand government jobs.
Latest Update on Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana 2026
Women Empowerment and Child Development minister Rekha Arya recently transferred quarterly funds to beneficiaries under this scheme. About ₹1.47 crore went to 4,917 beneficiaries for April 2026, ₹1.46 crore to 4,879 beneficiaries for May 2026, and ₹1.45 crore to 4,848 beneficiaries for June 2026. The scheme remains active and payments continue every month through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Notice how the number of beneficiaries drops slightly each month. That's because children exit the scheme once they turn 21 years old, get married, or secure a job, and no new Covid-19 orphan cases are being added since the pandemic has ended.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana |
| Launched By | Uttarakhand Government (May 2021) |
| Beneficiaries | Children who lost parents/sole earning member to Covid-19 |
| Benefit Amount | ₹3,000 per month till age 21 |
| Beneficiaries as of June 2026 | 4,848 children |
| Department | Women Empowerment and Child Development, Uttarakhand |
| Application Mode | Offline, through district administration |
| Official Website | wecd.uk.gov.in |
Benefits of Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana
Beneficiary children get support in several forms, not just the monthly cash amount. Here is what the scheme covers.
- ₹3,000 cash support every month, sent directly to the child's or guardian's bank account till the child turns 21.
- Free education support, including help with school and college fees, till the child completes their studies or turns 21.
- Free health facilities and ration support for the child and the family.
- Protection of the child's share in ancestral property until they become an adult, overseen by the district magistrate.
- 5% horizontal reservation in Uttarakhand government jobs for these children once they are eligible to apply.
Who Can Apply - Eligibility for Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana
Child must be a resident of Uttarakhand and must have lost both parents, or the family's sole earning parent or guardian, due to Covid-19. Age of the child should be below 21 years at the time of application. Legal guardian or the district administration can apply on behalf of the child.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying at the district office.
- Birth certificate of the child as age proof.
- Death certificate of the parent(s) or sole earning member, showing Covid-19 or related cause.
- Residence proof showing the child belongs to Uttarakhand.
- Aadhaar card of the child and guardian.
- Bank account details for Direct Benefit Transfer.
How to Apply for Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana
STEP 1 - Guardian or a family member should visit the district administration office or the Women Empowerment and Child Development department office in their district.
STEP 2 - Collect the application form for Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana from the office, or download it from the district website where available.
STEP 3 - Fill in the child's details, guardian details and bank account information, then attach the required documents listed above.
STEP 4 - Submit the form at the district office. Officials verify the documents and forward eligible cases for approval and monthly payment.
When Does a Beneficiary Exit the Scheme
Support under this scheme is not lifelong. A child stops getting the monthly amount once they turn 21 years old, get married, or secure a job. This is why the number of active beneficiaries keeps reducing every few months.
Other Uttarakhand Welfare Schemes for Children and Families
Uttarakhand government runs several other schemes for children and families, such as Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana for girl children and Kisan Pension Yojana for farmers. Full list of state schemes is available on the Uttarakhand Government Schemes List page.
FAQ's
Is Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana still active in 2026?
Yes. Uttarakhand government released about ₹4.39 crore to nearly 4,800 beneficiaries between April and June 2026, so the scheme continues to run and pay eligible children every month.
How much monthly amount does a beneficiary child get?
Each eligible child gets ₹3,000 per month through Direct Benefit Transfer, along with free education, health and ration support.
What happens once a child turns 21?
Monthly payments stop once the child turns 21, gets married or secures a job, whichever happens first.
Source / Reference Link: https://pioneeredge.in/rs-4-39-crore-released-to-beneficiaries-under-mvy/