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)
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Scheme code: CRECHE-2025