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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Mother Teresa Asahay Matri Sambal Yojana

The main purpose of the Scheme to encourage under this Yojana, women who are helpless in upbringing their children (like widows, and destitute) are provided with financial assistance per child per annum for two children.

Authority

State

Region

Himachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial assistance of ₹5,000/- per child per year for up to two children. | - Support for expenses related to the child's upbringing, including education, nutrition, and healthcare. | - Empowering women who are unable to raise their children due to financial hardship. | - Encouraging education and reducing the dropout rate of children from underprivileged backgrounds. | - Promoting the welfare of children from marginalized sections of society. | - The assistance shall be given once the children attain age of 18 years.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.; The applicant must be a woman who is unable to raise her child/children due to financial hardship.; The applicant must have a maximum of two children with maximum age of 18 years.; The applicant must belong to a socially and economically weaker section of society.; The applicant's children must be studying in a recognized school.; The annual family income should not be more than ₹35,000/-.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who Can Apply For The Mother Teresa Asahay Matri Sambal Yojana?

Women who are unable to raise their children due to financial hardship and belong to a socially and economically weaker section of society can apply for the scheme.

How Much Financial Assistance Is Provided Under The Scheme?

The scheme provides financial assistance per child per annum for up to two children.

What Documents Are Required To Apply For The Scheme?

Panchayat Resolution copy for selection of beneficiary | Photocopy of Bonafide Himachali Certificate | BPL Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth of the children | Proof of Death of Parents (for orphan Children) | Proof of Annual Family Income of applicant | Affidavit by Mother

Is There Any Age Limit For The Applicant's Children To Be Eligible For The Scheme?

No, there is no age limit for the applicant's children to be eligible for the scheme.

Can A Woman With More Than Two Children Apply For The Scheme?

No, the scheme provides financial assistance per child per annum for up to two children only.

How Long Does It Take To Process The Application?

The processing time may vary depending on the verification process, but it usually takes around 15-30 days.

Can A Woman Living Outside Himachal Pradesh Apply For The Scheme?

No, the scheme is only for residents of Himachal Pradesh.

Is There Any Provision For Renewal Of The Scheme?

Yes, the scheme can be renewed annually based on the eligibility criteria and the beneficiary's continued need for financial assistance.

What Is The Aim Of The Mother Teresa Matri Sambal Yojana?

The aim of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to women who are unable to raise their children due to financial hardships and promote the welfare of children from marginalized sections of society.