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Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme

Comprehensive school nutrition serving daily changing gourmet hot-cooked meals, 5 boiled eggs per week, peanut jaggery chikki, and morning fortified ragi java drinks to 40 Lakh students.

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Official Nodal Portal:jaganannagorumudda.ap.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 5–16 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Andhra Pradesh
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Daily hot nutritious school lunch with a rotating weekly menu (vegetable biryani, egg curry, dal sambar, leafy vegetable curry), 5 boiled eggs per week, 3 days of peanut-jaggery chikki, and sweet ragi malt (Ragi Java) served every morning to prevent child anemia.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹1,800 Crore annual school nutrition budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 40.5 Lakh school children nourished every single school day

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:5 to 16 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:school student, child
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (jaganannagorumudda.ap.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    Universal school nutrition served daily to all enrolled students from Class 1 to 10 in all government and aided schools.

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    Teachers and cook-cum-helpers log daily meal consumption on IMMS mobile app.

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    Village Education Assistant and Parents Committee verify meal hygiene daily.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Universal enrollment; zero student exclusion.

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You will be redirected to the secure official portal: jaganannagorumudda.ap.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the weekly menu under Jagananna Gorumudda?

The menu changes every day: Rice with dal and egg on Monday; Pulihora and boiled egg on Tuesday; Vegetable rice and chikki on Wednesday; Sambar rice on Thursday; and Biryani with kurma on Friday.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

When is Ragi Java served?

Ragi Java prepared with fortified ragi flour and jaggery is served 3 mornings a week as an energy drink before morning classes commence.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who supervises the food quality?

Daily meal quality is inspected by Village Secretariats, Mandal Education Officers, and food safety officers with zero tolerance for adulteration.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme application status?

Application status for Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme can typically be tracked through the official portal at jaganannagorumudda.ap.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Universal enrollment; zero student exclusion.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id191Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Andhra Pradesh Jagananna Gorumudda Mid-Day Meal & Ragi Java Scheme from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Over 40.5 Lakh school children nourished every single school day (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹1,800 Crore annual school nutrition budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2020
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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2026-09-28initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Directorate of Mid-Day Meals & School Sanitation

Anjaneya Towers, Ibrahimpatnam, Vijayawada - 521456

Helpline: 0866-2881234

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Andhra Pradesh)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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