CentralMinistry of Women & Child Development (with Health & Education)
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)
Campaign to protect the girl child and promote her education and equality.
Women & ChildrenEducation & Scholarships
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi
Anganwadi services: food, preschool, and health care for young children and mothers.
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi eligibility, benefits, and the application process are summarised below to help you decide whether this central government scheme from Ministry of Women & Child Development suits your needs. You are generally eligible if you are any eligible resident as per the official scheme guidelines. Key benefits include Supplementary nutrition for children under 6 and nursing/pregnant mothers, Non-formal pre-school education at Anganwadi centres and immunisation, health check-ups, and referral services. To apply for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi, visit the nearest Anganwadi centre to enrol children under 6 and pregnant/lactating women. Services are provided locally and free of cost.
Open official source ↗Ministry of Women & Child Development
About the scheme
ICDS is the country's flagship early-childhood programme delivered through Anganwadi centres. It provides supplementary nutrition, non-formal preschool education, immunisation, health check-ups, and referral services for children under 6 and pregnant/lactating women.
Launched: 1975
Benefits
- Supplementary nutrition for children under 6 and nursing/pregnant mothers
- Non-formal pre-school education at Anganwadi centres
- Immunisation, health check-ups, and referral services
How to apply
Visit the nearest Anganwadi centre to enrol children under 6 and pregnant/lactating women. Services are provided locally and free of cost.
Apply / read on official site ↗FAQ — eligibility, benefits & apply
What is the eligibility for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi?
Eligibility for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi broadly covers any eligible resident as per the official scheme guidelines. It is a central government scheme administered by Ministry of Women & Child Development.
What are the benefits of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi?
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi provides the following benefits: Supplementary nutrition for children under 6 and nursing/pregnant mothers; Non-formal pre-school education at Anganwadi centres; Immunisation, health check-ups, and referral services.
How do I apply for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi?
To apply for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi, visit the nearest Anganwadi centre to enrol children under 6 and pregnant/lactating women. Services are provided locally and free of cost. Submit your application only through the official source linked on this page.
What documents are required for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi?
Required documents vary by scheme and are listed on the official source. Commonly needed: Aadhaar, bank passbook, income or caste certificate, ration card, and (for farmer schemes) land records. Confirm the exact list on the official portal linked on this page.
How do I check my Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi application or status?
Status and applications are handled on the official government portal, not here. Open the official source linked on this page and use its tracking or beneficiary-search tool. SchemeKendra is informational and does not process applications.
Who is NOT eligible for Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) / Anganwadi?
Eligibility exclusions depend on the scheme's criteria (income, age, occupation, social category, state). Review the eligibility-at-a-glance panel and the official guidelines linked here to confirm whether you qualify.
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