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PM POSHAN Scheme (Mid-Day Meal)
Free nutritious hot cooked meal every school day for children studying in government and aided schools.
Ministry of Education
What you get
Free cooked mid-day meal during school hours on every working day. Nutritional norms: 450 kcal and 12 g protein for primary (Class I-V), 700 kcal and 20 g protein for upper primary (Class VI-VIII). Includes pulses, vegetables, and cereals. Cooking cost covered by central and state government. Also covers school nutrition gardens, kitchen sheds, and utensils. Covers 11.8 crore students in 11.2 lakh schools.
Who can apply
Children studying in Classes I-VIII (age 6-14 years) in government and government-aided schools.
For: Students in government/aided primary and upper primary schools
Age: 6+ to 14 years
- Enrolled in government, government-aided, or local body schools
- Includes National Child Labour Project schools
- Madrasas and maktabs also covered
Documents required
General
- School enrollment record
- Aadhaar card (for older students)
Scheme code: PM-POSHAN