Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY): Cash Assistance for Institutional Delivery, ₹1,400 in Rural Rajasthan
Under this 100% centrally sponsored National Health Mission scheme, a pregnant woman gets cash assistance for delivering at a government or accredited private institution. Rajasthan is a Low Performing State, so all women are eligible here.
Scheme at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) |
| Launched | 12 April 2005 |
| Nature | 100% centrally sponsored safe motherhood programme |
| Objective | Reduce maternal and infant mortality by promoting institutional delivery |
| Nodal | National Health Mission, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| Rajasthan's Category | Low Performing State (LPS) |
| Payment | DBT to an Aadhaar-linked bank account |
Latest Status
- The scheme is running and we found no new change in the amounts. Payment is now by DBT into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
- The Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) runs alongside, with free delivery, medicines, tests, diet and transport at government hospitals.
- A state's category (low or high performing) can change over time. Confirm the amount with your health centre.
- The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a separate scheme worth checking.
Cash Assistance (for Delivery at an Institution)
| Category | To Mother | To ASHA | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Performing States (incl. Rajasthan), rural | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹2,000 |
| Low Performing States, urban | ₹1,000 | ₹400 | ₹1,400 |
| High Performing States, rural | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹1,300 |
| High Performing States, urban | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
The ASHA's share is for arranging antenatal checks and helping with institutional delivery, and is paid after the post-delivery visit and the child's BCG vaccination.
Other Support
- ₹500 for a home delivery by a Below Poverty Line (BPL) woman, up to two live births
- Up to ₹1,500 per delivery for hiring a specialist in a caesarean or complication
- At least 3 free check-ups before delivery
- Janani Suraksha card and Mother-Child health card
Who Is Eligible
- In Low Performing States (including Rajasthan), all pregnant women delivering at a government or accredited private institution. No age or number-of-children limit.
- In High Performing States, BPL, SC or ST women aged 19 and above, up to two deliveries.
- For delivery at an accredited private institution, a BPL or SC/ST certificate and a referral slip from the ASHA/ANM are required.
- The government does not bear the delivery cost at a private institution, only the fixed cash amount is given.
Documents Required
- Janani Suraksha card and Mother-Child health card
- Aadhaar and an Aadhaar-linked bank account
- BPL/SC/ST certificate, where applicable
- Mobile number and ID
How the Benefit Reaches You
- Inform the ASHA worker or ANM about the pregnancy and register for antenatal care.
- Get at least three antenatal check-ups, a TT injection and iron-folic acid tablets.
- Deliver at the government or accredited institution identified in advance with the ASHA.
- If eligible, the amount comes by DBT into the bank account. It is paid only to the mother, not a relative.
- After delivery, have the ASHA's visit and the baby's BCG vaccination done.
Important Government Links
Helpline and Contact
Emergency Ambulance108
Rajasthan Sampark181
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every woman in Rajasthan get JSY?
- Yes. Rajasthan is a Low Performing State, so all eligible women delivering at a government or accredited private institution are covered.
What is given for a home delivery?
- ₹500 to a BPL woman, up to two live births. Institutional delivery is encouraged.
Who gets the money?
- Only the mother, in her bank account. Nobody else.
Important Notes
- Rules, dates and amounts can change. Check an official source before deciding.
- Emitrawala.com is not a government website. This page is for information only.
- Do not pay money or share OTPs in the name of this scheme.
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