PM POSHAN (Mid-Day Meal Scheme)
PM POSHAN provides school meals to eligible children in government and government-aided schools.
Check the official source before applying. Details can change; the official notice is the final authority.
- Scope
- Central
- Scheme category
- Not stated in official notice
- Application opens
- Not stated in official notice
- Application closes
- Not stated in official notice
About the scheme
This centrally sponsored programme provides cooked meals to children in covered school categories. It aims to improve nutritional intake, attendance and participation, while supporting inclusion through shared meals. Schools and local agencies manage menus, procurement, kitchens and food safety. Families generally do not apply separately.
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Eligibility
Children enrolled in participating school categories and covered by programme rules.
Benefits
Cooked school meals and nutrition support on covered school days.
Documents required
No separate family application usually; schools maintain enrollment, attendance and meal records.
How to apply
Eligible children receive meals through their school; parents can raise service issues with school or education officials.