Women & ChildrenNational SchemeOngoing
National Creche Scheme (Palna)
Subsidised day-care facilities for children of working mothers from poor families.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
What you get
Creches for children 6 months to 6 years of working and ailing mothers. Services: daycare, nutritious food, pre-school education, health check-up, immunisation. Fee Rs 20/month for BPL; Rs 100/month for others. Operational 8 hours/day.
Who can apply
Working mothers or ailing mothers with children 6 months to 6 years. No income limit but priority to BPL families.
For: Children of working mothers (6 months to 6 years)
Documents required
General
- Child birth certificate
- Mothers employment proof
- Aadhar card
- BPL card (for fee exemption)
Scheme code: CRECHE-2025