Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan

Medical Services Provided

Comprehensive Antenatal Care: Special Antenatal Care services provided by Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialists, Radiologists, and Physicians at government health facilities.

Minimum Package of Services: A minimum package of investigations and medicines such as Iron Folic Acid and calcium supplements provided to all pregnant women attending Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan clinics.

High Risk Pregnancy Identification: Identification and follow-up of high risk pregnancies with red stickers added to Mother and Child Protection cards.

Fixed Day Service: Services provided on the 9th of every month at designated facilities.

Service Delivery Mechanism

Single Window System: Using principles of single window system for providing investigations and medicines.

Mobile Application Support: Mobile and web-based application to help pregnant women find their nearest Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan facility.

Cost: Completely free of cost to all beneficiaries.

Coverage Areas

Facility Types: Services provided at Government health facilities including Primary Health Centres, Community Health Centres, District Hospitals, and urban health facilities in both urban and rural areas.

Conditions

Regular attendance on the 9th of every month for antenatal check-ups.

Compliance with medical advice and treatment prescribed by healthcare providers.

Follow-up visits as recommended for high-risk pregnancies.

Carrying Mother and Child Protection card during visits.

The applicant must be a pregnant woman in her 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy.

The applicant must be an Indian citizen residing in India.

The applicant must be willing to visit designated government health facilities on the 9th of every month.

Trimester Specific Criteria

The applicant must have completed the first trimester of pregnancy (beyond 12 weeks of gestation).

The applicant must be in 2nd trimester (13-28 weeks) or 3rd trimester (29-40 weeks) of pregnancy.

Special Categories

The applicant identified as high-risk pregnancy cases receive priority attention and follow-up care.

The applicant who are dropouts from regular antenatal care services are encouraged to participate.

Offline

Step 1: Identify Nearest Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan Facility

The pregnant woman should visit the Official Portal of PMSMA or download the 'PMSMA' mobile application to find their nearest PMSMA facility using the 'Nearest Facility' search feature.

Step 2: Visit on Designated Day

The beneficiary must visit the identified government health facility (Primary Health Centre, Community Health Centre, District Hospital, or urban health facility) on the 9th of every month. If the 9th falls on Sunday or holiday, services are provided on the next working day.

Step 3: Registration at Facility

Upon reaching the facility, the pregnant woman should register herself at the PMSMA counter or reception desk by providing basic identity information and contact details.

Step 4: Medical Consultation and Examination

The beneficiary will receive comprehensive antenatal care services including medical consultation with Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialists, Radiologists, or Physicians as per the minimum package of services defined under the scheme.

Step 5: Investigation and Tests

Required medical investigations, tests, and screening procedures will be conducted as per the standardized protocol for 2nd and 3rd trimester pregnant women under the single window system.

Step 6: Medicine Distribution

The beneficiary will receive prescribed medicines including Iron Folic Acid tablets, calcium supplements, and other necessary medications free of cost from the facility pharmacy.

Step 7: Risk Assessment and Follow-up

Healthcare providers will assess pregnancy risk factors and if identified as high-risk, a red sticker will be placed on the Mother and Child Protection card with necessary follow-up instructions.

Step 8: Next Visit Scheduling

The healthcare provider will provide information about the next visit date (9th of following month) and any interim care requirements or emergency contact procedures.

*The beneficiary is advised to maintain their Mother and Child Protection card and keep track of visit dates for continuous care throughout pregnancy.



Grievance Redressal / Help & Support

National Portal: https://pmsma.nhp.gov.in/.

Toll Free Number: 18001801104.

Department: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.

Local Contact: District Health Officer or Chief Medical Officer of respective district.

Escalation: State Health Mission to National Health Mission.

At Health Facility Visit

Mother And Child Protection Card (If Available).

Aadhaar Card Or Any Government Issued Identity Proof.

Previous Medical Records (If Any).

Antenatal Care Records From Previous Visits.

Prescription Slips From Previous Consultations (If Applicable).

For Registration at Facility

Address Proof (Ration Card/Voter Identity Card/Utility Bills).

Mobile Number For Communication.

Emergency Contact Details.

Optional Documents

Bank Account Details (For Direct Benefit Transfer if applicable in future).

Husband's Identity Proof (If Required by Local Guidelines).