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Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat

Free monthly nutrition kit of 1 kg tur dal, 2 kg chana, and 1 liter edible oil for pregnant and lactating mothers for 1,000 days.

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Official Nodal Portal:wcd.gujarat.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–45 yrs💰 No income ceiling♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Gujarat
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Gujarat
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Covers the crucial first 1,000 days of life from conception to the child's second birthday. Enrolled pregnant and lactating mothers receive a free monthly nutritional basket comprising 1 kg Tuver Dal, 2 kg Desi Chana, and 1 liter fortified groundnut/cottonseed cooking oil every month from local Anganwadi centres.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹811 Crore annual nutrition mission outlay

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 13.5 Lakh pregnant women and nursing mothers supported

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 45 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:pregnant mother, lactating mother, homemaker
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Resident of Gujarat who is pregnant or a nursing mother of an infant up to 2 years of age, registered on the state TeCHO+ tracking portal.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•2 mandatory document required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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  1. 1

    Register pregnancy at nearest Anganwadi Centre or Urban Health Centre within first trimester.

  2. 2

    Obtain Mamta Card (Mother and Child Protection Card) and enroll on TeCHO+ health portal.

  3. 3

    Collect monthly dry ration nutrition kit on designated Mamta Diwas (every 3rd Wednesday) from the Anganwadi worker.

✅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

Failure to register pregnancy on TeCHO+ or child aged beyond 24 months.

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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 concept of 1,000 days under this scheme?

Covers 270 days of pregnancy plus 730 days of the first two years of child life, critical for brain development.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is there any family income ceiling?

No, universal nutritional support is provided to all registered pregnant and lactating mothers across Gujarat.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Where are the food items collected?

From the local village or urban ward Anganwadi Centre on scheduled Mamta Diwas.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat. Age: min 18 max 45 years. Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Resident of Gujarat who is pregnant or a nursing mother of an infant up to 2 years of age, registered on the state TeCHO+ tracking portal..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat application status?

Application status for Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat can typically be tracked through the official portal at wcd.gujarat.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 Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat 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 Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat 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

Failure to register pregnancy on TeCHO+ or child aged beyond 24 months.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id182Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Suposhit Mata Swasth Bal Yojana (SMSBY) Gujarat guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous enrollment throughout pregnancy and lactation (up to 2 years post-delivery)

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 24d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 13.5 Lakh pregnant women and nursing mothers supported (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹811 Crore annual nutrition mission outlay budget allocation
📅Running since 2022
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

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2026-09-26initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Women & Child Development Department, Gujarat

Block No. 9, 6th Floor, New Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar 382010

Helpline: 079-23253725

Jurisdiction: State (Gujarat)

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