AI SummaryNAMO Shree Scheme gives ₹12,000 in financial support to pregnant women and lactating mothers across Gujarat to help them manage expenses from conception through delivery. Gujarat government launched this scheme in 2024 and it is still open for registration, so eligible women can apply through their local Anganwadi Centre.
The scheme is run by the Women and Child Development Department of the Government of Gujarat. It supports maternal health, better nutrition and institutional delivery in a government or private hospital, so that women and their newborns get proper care.
NAMO Shree Scheme - Introduction
NAMO Shree Scheme is a state level scheme made for pregnant women and lactating mothers of Gujarat. It gives direct cash support to eligible women so that they can meet the cost of regular check-ups, food, transport and other needs during pregnancy and after the birth of the child.
The full amount of ₹12,000 is paid in planned installments straight into the bank account of the beneficiary. This helps a woman manage her expenses at the right time instead of waiting for one single payment. As of 2026, the scheme continues to run and new applicants can register at their nearest Anganwadi Centre during the first antenatal visit with the help of an Accredited Social Health Activist or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife worker.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | NAMO Shree Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Gujarat |
| Launched In | 2024 |
| Benefit Amount | ₹12,000 |
| Beneficiaries | Pregnant women and lactating mothers |
| Category | Health and Wellness |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Transfer Mode | Direct Bank Transfer |
| Main Department | Women and Child Development Department |
| Application Mode | Offline at Anganwadi Centre |
| Official Website | Mari Yojana Portal |
Benefits
Eligible women receive total financial support of ₹12,000 for their first two live children. The money is sent directly into their bank account in planned installments, so they do not need to go anywhere to collect it.
| Pregnancy Number | Stage of Payment | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First | Registration | ₹5,000 |
| First | After 6 months | ₹2,000 |
| First | After delivery | ₹3,000 |
| First | After 14 week vaccination | ₹2,000 |
| Second | Registration | ₹2,000 |
| Second | After 6 months | ₹3,000 |
| Second | After delivery | ₹6,000 |
| Second | After 14 week vaccination | ₹1,000 |
For the second pregnancy, the post-delivery installment of ₹6,000 comes from the central government when the child is a girl and from the state government when the child is a boy. Women should keep the certificate from the hospital where they deliver, because this document is needed to release the final payment.
NAMO Shree Scheme can be used along with other maternity schemes. Eligible women can also apply under Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana and Janani Suraksha Yojana to get more help during pregnancy and delivery.
Eligibility
To get the benefit of this scheme, a woman should meet the following conditions:
- Must be a resident of Gujarat and a pregnant woman or a lactating mother.
- Must belong to one of the prescribed categories such as Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Below Poverty Line family, E-Shram card holder, woman farmer, or beneficiary of National Food Security Act, Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana or Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
- Total family income should be ₹8,00,000 or less in a year.
- Delivery must take place in a government or private hospital, and registration should be done during the first antenatal check-up.
Application Process
Registration for NAMO Shree Scheme is done offline through the Anganwadi network of Gujarat. There is no separate online application form for the scheme itself, so the steps below explain how to enroll.
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest Anganwadi Centre and tell the worker that you want to register for NAMO Shree Scheme. This should ideally be done during your first antenatal check-up.
STEP 2 - Ask the Accredited Social Health Activist or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife worker to fill your registration and note your pregnancy details. This is an important step, so make sure all your basic details are correct.
STEP 3 - Submit the required documents along with your bank account details so that the payment can reach you directly. Keep a copy of the application for your record.
STEP 4 - The Women and Child Development Department checks and approves the registration, and the installments are then transferred to your bank account at the planned stages.
For example, a woman who visits her local Anganwadi early in her pregnancy and gets enrolled by the worker receives the first installment on time, which helps her cover the initial care needs.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready when you register at the Anganwadi Centre:
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details
- Mobile number
- MAMTA Card
In addition, a birth certificate or a document from the hospital where you delivered your baby is needed to claim the final installment after delivery.
References
NAMO Shree Scheme - CMO Gujarat
Official Government of Gujarat Website
FAQ's
What is the income limit for this scheme?
Your family must earn ₹8,00,000 or less in a year to qualify for NAMO Shree Scheme.
Is there an online application for NAMO Shree Scheme?
Registration is done offline at the Anganwadi Centre through the Accredited Social Health Activist or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife worker. General scheme details can be checked on the official Mari Yojana portal of Gujarat.
Can I use other government schemes with NAMO Shree Scheme?
Yes, you can combine these benefits with Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana and Janani Suraksha Yojana.
What document is required for the final installment?
You must submit a certificate issued by the hospital where you delivered your child.
Does the scheme cover all pregnancies?
No, you can receive these benefits for your first two live children only.
Will I receive the payment in cash?
No, the government sends the money directly into your bank account, so you do not need to go anywhere to collect it.