Mission Vatsalya — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Mission Vatsalya 2026 — Child Welfare & Protection | Child Care Institutions + Sponsorship ₹4,000/Month |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2021 |
| Benefit | ₹4,000/month sponsorship for vulnerable children + foster care support + shelter in CCIs |
| Category | Women |
| Last Verified | 2 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://wcd.nic.in/schemes/mission-vatsalya |
What is Mission Vatsalya?
Mission Vatsalya is the umbrella child protection and welfare scheme of the Government of India launched in 2021-22 (replacing earlier ICPS). It ensures every child lives in a safe and nurturing environment. Key benefits: Sponsorship Scheme (₹4,000/month for vulnerable children), Foster Care Support, Child Care Institutions (CCIs) for orphans and abandoned children, and After Care (₹2,000/month for youth aged 18-21 leaving CCIs).
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹4,000/month sponsorship for vulnerable children + foster care support + shelter in CCIs. The scheme was launched in 2021 and is implemented by the Government of India.
मिशन वात्सल्य 2021-22 में लॉन्च भारत सरकार की बाल कल्याण और संरक्षण की छाता योजना है (ICPS की जगह)। मुख्य लाभ: Sponsorship Scheme (₹4,000/माह कमजोर बच्चों को), Foster Care, बाल देखभाल संस्थान (CCIs) और After Care (₹2,000/माह, 18-21 वर्ष)।
₹4,000/माह sponsorship (कमजोर बच्चे) + foster care सहायता + CCI में आश्रय
Benefits of Mission Vatsalya
₹4,000/month sponsorship for vulnerable children + foster care support + shelter in CCIs
Who is Eligible for Mission Vatsalya?
- ✓Children in difficult circumstances: orphans, abandoned, street children, children in conflict with law
- ✓Sponsorship: Children with single parent/no parent with family income < ₹1.5 lakh/year
- ✓Foster Care: Children aged 0-18 in need of family environment
- ✓After Care: Youth aged 18-21 leaving Child Care Institutions
- ✓CCI admission: Through Child Welfare Committee (CWC) order
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Documents Required for Mission Vatsalya
How to Apply for Mission Vatsalya Online?
- 1Visit the official portal at https://wcd.nic.in/schemes/mission-vatsalya
- 2Click on Apply Now or Register button on the homepage
- 3Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
- 4Fill in the online application form with required details
- 5Upload the required documents including Aadhaar and bank passbook
- 6Review all details and submit the application
- 7Note down the application reference number for future tracking
- 8Wait for verification and approval from the concerned authority
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on wcd.nic.in/schemes/mission-vatsalyaFrequently Asked Questions — Mission Vatsalya
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How to apply for PM Ujjwala Yojana?+
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What is the current interest rate for Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana?+
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Where can I open a Sukanya Samriddhi account?+
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What are the key benefits of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao?+
Benefits include financial incentives for families with girl children, free education support, improved healthcare for girls, and community awareness programs to prevent female foeticide.
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