Palak Mata-Pita Yojana
Palak Mata-Pita Yojana is a Gujarat state scheme that provides ₹3,000 per month to close relatives or guardians who are raising orphaned children — those who have lost both parents, or whose father has died and mother has remarried. The monthly amount is transferred directly to the caregiver's bank account via DBT. Apply online through the eSamajKalyan portal.
About This Scheme
Palak Mata-Pita Yojana is a Gujarat state scheme that provides ₹3,000 per month to close relatives or guardians who are raising orphaned children — those who have lost both parents, or whose father has died and mother has remarried. The monthly amount is transferred directly to the caregiver's bank account via DBT. Apply online through the eSamajKalyan portal.
Full official description
The "Palak Mata-Pita Yojana" introduced on 29th August, 2009 by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, aims to provide monthly assistance of Rs. 3000/- is paid to the close relative, guardian or relative who is taking care of the orphaned children who are studying and whose mother and father are both deceased or whose father is deceased and the mother has remarried. This assistance is paid through DBT.
Benefits
- ₹3,000 per month (₹36,000/year) per child
- Amount paid via DBT directly to the caregiver's bank account
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a close relative, guardian, or foster parent caring for the child
- Child must be between 0 and 18 years old
- Child must be an orphan (both parents deceased) OR father deceased and mother remarried
- Children aged 3–6 must be enrolled in an Anganwadi centre; children above 6 must be in school
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹27,000 in rural areas or ₹36,000 in urban areas
- Must submit an annual school enrolment certificate confirming the child's education
How to Apply
Step 1: Go to the eSamajKalyan portal and Register/Login. Step 2: Fill in the online application form under "Palak Mata-Pita Yojana". Step 3: Upload the required documents and Submit the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Palak Mata-Pita Yojana" and who benefits from it?
The Palak Mata-Pita Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Government of Gujarat that provides monthly financial assistance to foster parents or guardians who are taking care of orphaned children or children whose surviving parent has remarried after the death of the other parent.
Who is eligible to apply for financial assistance under this scheme?
A person is eligible to apply for this scheme if they are a close relative, guardian, or foster parent of a child between the ages of 0 to 18 years, and if the child’s biological parents are either both deceased or the father is deceased and the mother has remarried.
What is the financial assistance amount provided through the Palak Mata-Pita Yojana?
Under this scheme, the Government of Gujarat provides a monthly financial assistance of ₹3000 directly to the bank account of the eligible foster parent or guardian through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Is there an income limit that applicants must meet to receive benefits under this scheme?
Yes, to qualify for the Palak Mata-Pita Yojana, the applicant’s family income must not exceed ₹27,000/- per year in rural areas and ₹36,000/- per year in urban areas, as certified by a competent authority such as a Magistrate.
Is the scheme applicable to children who still have one surviving parent?
Yes, the scheme also applies to children whose father is deceased and whose mother has remarried, provided the child is not living with the biological parent who remarried.
Is there a specific authority that processes and approves applications under this scheme?
Yes, the applications are reviewed and approved by the Sponsorship and Approval Committee (SFCAC) at the district level, which functions under the leadership of the District Social Security Officer and ensures compliance with government rules.
Is there a cost involved in submitting the application for this scheme?
No, there is no cost or fee associated with submitting the application for the Palak Mata-Pita Yojana as it is completely free of charge.
Are children required to be enrolled in an educational institution to remain eligible for this scheme?
Yes, children above the age of 6 years must be enrolled in a recognized school, and the guardian must submit a certificate every year confirming that the child’s education is ongoing.
What educational requirement applies to children below 6 years of age?
Children between the ages of 3 and 6 years must be admitted to an Anganwadi center as part of the child development and education support requirements of the scheme.
What happens if the child discontinues education during the benefit period?
If the child discontinues education or is not enrolled in an educational institution as required, the financial assistance may be withdrawn or discontinued until compliance is re-established.
Where can applicants seek help or clarification regarding the scheme or the application process?
Applicants seeking assistance or clarification can contact the office of the District Social Security Officer or the District Child Protection Officer in their respective district, where they will be guided through the application process and other related procedures.
Is the "Palak Mata-Pita Yojana" applicable throughout the state of Gujarat?
Yes, the scheme has been implemented across all districts in the state of Gujarat since its launch on 29th August 2009, and it continues to be available to all eligible applicants statewide.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Age Proof.
- Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
- Birth Certificate.
- Children's Aadhar Card.
- Death Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Ration Card.
- School Leaving Certificate.
- Self Declaration (in Original).