TN Pregnant Women Registration 2026: PICME 3.0 Online Pre-Registration for RCH ID and Birth Certificate

Pre-Registration of Pregnancy in Tamil Nadu | PICME 3.0 Login | TN Pregnant Women Registration / Login | PICME registration | RCH ID registration | Documents Required for Pregnancy Registration. PICME stands for Pregnancy and Infant Cohort Monitoring and Evaluation. PICME is a system started by Tamil Nadu government to track all pregnant women. Tamil Nadu pregnant women registration is available on the official PICME 3.0 portal at picme3.tn.gov.in and can be done from the starting of pregnancy until a birth certificate for the newborn is obtained.

Women registered under PICME get a 12 digit RCH ID. This RCH ID is used by the Public Health Department to track all aspects of the pregnancy. There is also the option of pre online self registration for pregnant mothers. PICME registration is a must for getting a free birth certificate through the new CRS PICME software.

As of 2026, the official PICME platform runs on the upgraded PICME 3.0 version at picme3.tn.gov.in. The portal is owned and maintained by the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Government of Tamil Nadu, and is developed by National Informatics Centre (NIC) Chennai. The registration process and the RCH ID system remain the same as before.

Tamil Nadu Pregnant Women Registration / Login

STEP 1 - First go to the official portal at picme3.tn.gov.in on a computer or phone browser.

STEP 2 - On the portal homepage, click on the "Pre Registration by Public" link.

STEP 3 - The PICME Public Pre Registration of Pregnancy page will appear. Enter all details like name, mobile number, address, expected delivery date and other personal information asked in the form.

STEP 4 - Complete the OTP verification on the registered mobile number and submit the form. A pre-registration ID will appear on the screen and also come on SMS.

STEP 5 - The pre-registration details will be shared with the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse of your area. They will contact the mother and complete the registration. After that the mother gets the 12 digit RCh ID.

Pre-Registration for CSC - Common Service Centers also help with this registration through the Tamil Nadu e-District portal - TN e-District CSC login.

Pre-Registration of Pregnancy in Tamil Nadu

Government of Tamil Nadu has made it required to register all pregnancies. Registration is normally done by Village Health Nurse (VHN) or Urban Health Nurse (UHN). To make the process easier for pregnant mothers, the government has added the option of pre-registration of pregnancy. This way a mother can inform the health department about her pregnancy early through one of these 4 ways:

1. Online self-registration: The mother can do this herself on the official portal picme3.tn.gov.in by entering the details. On completion, an acknowledgement with pre-registration ID gets generated.
2. Through e-Seva Centres: The pregnant mother can go to the nearest e-Seva centre and pre-register free.
3. Through Call Centre 102: The pregnant mother can call the toll free number 102 and pre-register the pregnancy.
4. Through Government Hospitals: The pregnant mother can go to the nearest Government Hospital and pre-register.

Once part of the pre-registration is complete, an SMS is sent to the registered mobile number. The pre-registration details are forwarded to the concerned Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse. They contact the mother and complete the registration. On completion of the registration, the mother is given the 12 digit RCH ID.

PICME Registration for Check Ups / Delivery in Private Hospitals

Wherever you go for ante-natal visits during pregnancy, it is required to register your pregnancy in PICME. Women whose delivery takes place in private hospitals in the state also need PICME registration. Expectant mothers can get PICME registration through the nearest government health care centers, hospitals and primary health centers. They can also contact the local nurses or Anganwadi center workers for the 12 digit registration code. The application is also available at all village level Common Service Centers (CSCs).

Once registered on the system, the expectant mothers can also get benefits under the RCH scheme. The local nurses monitor the mothers registered under the PICME during the ante-natal stage. The nurse can also help upload document details on the official PICME software.

Download Acknowledgement through Mobile Number

Visit picme3.tn.gov.in and you can track your registration. Using your mobile number you can find your pre-registration ID and RCh ID and download the acknowledgement.

Birth Certificates

In order to get a birth certificate for a child born to a mother with PICME registration is simple. After the birth, the mother gives the RCH ID to the hospital and gets the birth certificate for the newborn quickly.

Amount Given after PICME Pre Registration

If the mother registers herself with 12 weeks of pregnancy and is found eligible for the maternity benefit scheme, she will get the first instalment of Rs. 2,000.

Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme

In addition to good health care, pregnant mothers registered under PICME having money needs can get benefits under the Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme. Under this, Tamil Nadu Government gives financial support of up to Rs. 18,000 for pregnant women. The full detail of instalments and kind benefits is given in the table below.

PICME registration is required before getting these benefits and financial support under the Dr. Muthakalayam Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme.

Documents Required for Getting Maternity Benefit Scheme

Mothers who apply for the maternity benefit under PICME should keep these documents ready:

• Bank pass book with photo: payments come directly to the bank account.
• Voter ID: used as photo identity proof.
• Ration Card: accepted as identity proof.
• Passport: accepted as photo identity.
• Driving License: accepted as photo identity.
• MGNREGS Job Card: used for rural workers.
• Chief Minister's Full Health Insurance Card: accepted as an identity document.
• Any other photo ID issued by the Government: accepted as identity proof.

What is Reproductive and Child Health (RCH ID)

RCH stands for Reproductive and Child Health. All women in the 15 to 49 age group can be given a unique ID number (RCH ID), which can be used for any number of pregnancies. Only the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse can give the RCH ID.

How many days will it take to issue RCH ID?

It depends on the area and availability of the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse. Normally RCH ID is issued within 1 month.

Importance of RCH ID

Government of Tamil Nadu has made it required to register all pregnancies and to give RCH ID for registration of births. Even if the mother does not have an RCH ID at the time of delivery, she must register immediately after delivery and submit the RCh ID to the hospital concerned. Without RCH ID, one cannot get a birth certificate.

If you already have a RCH ID, use it for pre-registration of the next pregnancy. If the mother becomes pregnant again and cannot reach the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse immediately, she can pre-register using the existing RCh ID. For a new RCh ID, the mother should personally meet the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse at least once at the Health Care Center before getting the RCh ID.

Is RCH ID given to only Pregnant Mothers?

No. RCH ID can be given to any married woman even if she is not pregnant.

FAQ's

I am an Sri Lankan Refugee. Should I register my Pregnancy in PICME and get RCH ID?

Yes. All should register their pregnancy in PICME no matter which background they come from.

I am a Member of Farmers. Should I register my Pregnancy in PICME and get RCH ID?

Yes. All should register their pregnancy in PICME.

I am doing all my check-ups in a Private Hospital and will deliver there. Is PICME registration necessary?

Yes. Wherever you go for AN Visit and wherever you deliver, it is required to register your pregnancy in PICME.

I lost the Pre-Registered application. Can I download the acknowledgement through mobile No.?

Please visit picme3.tn.gov.in. You can track your registration and find your pre-registration ID and RCh ID using your mobile number.

I moved to my mother's place 2 years back, but VHN asked me to register at my husband's place. What should I do?

Anyone who resides for more than 6 months in one place and stays there is treated as a resident. In your case, you are a resident at your mother's place and should be registered by the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse of your current residence.

I am living abroad. Can I pre-register my pregnancy before coming to Tamil Nadu?

No. Pre-registration should only be done after reaching Tamil Nadu.

I live with my husband in another state or country and came to my mother's place in Tamil Nadu. Is RCh ID necessary and where can I register?

Yes, all pregnancies should be registered. Contact the local Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse. If you cannot locate them, pre-register online through the PICME portal or call 102 or go to an e-Seva centre or nearest government hospital. The nurse will issue the RCH ID.

I am a resident of a neighboring state? Where should I register for RCH ID?

Register with the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse in whose area the hospital is located. You will be registered as a migrant from other state. Take the help of the hospital authorities.

Is Husband Aadhaar required for registering my pregnancy?

Aadhaar number is not required for pregnancy registration. But if the pregnant mother is going for her first delivery and applying for the maternity benefit scheme, then submission of Aadhaar of the mother and her husband is required.

How to choose the Administrative Unit while doing pre-registration?

Administrative Unit is the name of the Block in which the pregnant mother lives.

If my Village / Street is not listed, how do I proceed?

If your village name is not listed, select the nearby village or street.

If OTP is not received, what should I do?

If OTP is not received during pre-registration it may be a mobile network or server issue. Try again after sometime.

Will I get an acknowledgement once pre-registration is completed?

Yes, SMS will be sent to the registered mobile with the pre-registration ID. You can also take a copy from picme3.tn.gov.in using the pre-registration ID or mobile number.

How do I check the pre-registration application status?

Use the PICME portal to check whether your pregnancy has been registered. Once registered you can view your RCH ID.

I typed my name wrongly during pre-registration. How do I change it?

Inform the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse at the time of registration and they will register you with the correct name.

I have not registered with PICME and moved to my mother's place for delivery. Where should I register?

All mothers should get registered with the VHN or UHN in their usual place of residence. Since you moved already, pre-register and use the pre-registration ID for the birth certificate.

Do I need to meet personally meet VHN or UHN to get RCh ID?

Yes. The pregnant mother should meet the Village Health Nurse or Urban Health Nurse at least once before getting the RCh ID.

Is address proof required for pregnancy registration in PICME?

Not required.

Is mother Aadhaar required for pregnancy registration?

Aadhaar is not required for PICME registration. But if you apply for the maternity benefit scheme, submitting the Aadhaar number is required.