The Gujarat Palak Mata Pita Yojana 2025, launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, provides financial support to foster parents caring for orphaned and destitute children. The scheme aims to ensure a family environment for children instead of institutional care.
Key Highlights of Gujarat Palak Mata Pita Yojana 2025
✅ Financial Assistance: ₹3,000 per month per child
✅ Eligibility: Orphaned/destitute children (0–18 years)
✅ Application Mode: Online/Offline
✅ Official Website: esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
- Child’s Age: 0–18 years
- Eligible Cases:
- Both parents deceased
- Father deceased & mother remarried
- Condition: Child must be studying (school/Anganwadi)
- Assistance Ends When:
- Child turns 18 OR
- Stops education
Required Documents
- Child’s Documents:
- Birth certificate (age proof)
- Aadhaar card
- School study certificate (from Principal)
- Death certificate of parents (if applicable)
- Foster Parents’ Documents:
- Income certificate (₹27,000 rural / ₹36,000 urban limit)
- Aadhaar card, Election card, Ration card
- Passport-size photos (child & foster parents)
How to Apply for Palak Mata Pita Yojana 2025?
Online Application:
- Visit esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
- Download the application form or apply online.
- Fill in details & upload documents.
- Submit and note the application number.
Offline Application:
- Get the form from the District Social Security Office or Child Protection Unit.
- Submit with required documents for approval.
Important Links
🔹 Download Application Form
🔹 Apply Online
🔹 Official Notification (Gujarati)
🔹 Official Website
FAQs
Q1. What is the financial assistance amount?
✅ ₹3,000/month per child until age 18 or education completion.
Q2. Who is eligible for the scheme?
✅ Orphaned/destitute children (0–18 years) with deceased parents or single parent remarriage cases.
Q3. Where to submit the application?
✅ Online: esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in
✅ Offline: District Social Security Office