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Mission Vatsalya — Aftercare

Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India / State and District Child Protection authorities

Mission Vatsalya Aftercare provides structured financial and rehabilitation support of ₹4,000 per month to youth aged 18 to 21 leaving Child Care Institutions, helping them complete education, undergo vocational training, secure housing, and become self-reliant.

Last verified: 2026-10-22

Chandan Charitable Trust is not a government agency. It does not sanction benefits or process applications. Final eligibility, verification and sanction rest solely with the competent government authority.

How the process works

Step 1: Check eligibility
Young persons aged 18 to 21 years exiting Child Care Institutions with an approved individual aftercare plan. Applicant must have resided in a registered Child Care Institution (CCI) or special care home. Must have reached 18 years of age and be transitioning out of institutional care. Must have an approved Individual Aftercare Plan covering education, skill training, housing, or employment.
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Step 2: Prepare documents
The official source lists the following documents.
Documents needed for this step
- Proof of age and identity (Aadhaar / School record).
- Child Care Institution discharge certificate and care-history documentation.
- Child Welfare Committee (CWC) aftercare recommendation order.
- Individual Aftercare and Rehabilitation Plan.
- Education, vocational training, or apprenticeship enrollment proof.
- Bank account details of the young person.
Step 3: Apply
Through Child Care Institution superintendent or District Child Protection Unit (DCPU). Step 1: Begin transition planning prior to turning 18 at the Child Care Institution. Step 2: Social worker prepares Individual Aftercare Plan with educational, housing, and livelihood goals. Step 3: Submit aftercare case to District Child Protection Unit and competent approval committee. Step 4: Committee sanctions monthly financial assistance and support services. Step 5: Disburse ₹4,000 monthly stipend via DBT with periodic review up to age 21 (extendable to 23).
Step 4: Verification
Scrutiny of CCI records and approval by District Child Protection Officer.
Step 5: Sanction / decision
Decision authority, as stated by the official source: District Child Protection Officer and Sponsorship/Aftercare Approval Committee.
Step 6: Benefit
Monthly financial aftercare allowance of ₹4,000 per month. Support for accommodation, vocational training, higher education, and counselling linkage. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the youth's individual bank account.
Step 7: If delayed or rejected
This step has not yet been confirmed from an official source. Please refer to the official portal or the concerned department.
Step 8: Grievance / appeal
Child Helpline 1098, Mission Portal, and Central PG Portal https://pgportal.gov.in/

Eligibility details

Minimum age: 18 years
Maximum age: 21 years
Category: Open to all youth exiting institutional care regardless of caste.
Residency: Resident of Gujarat.

Official links

Sources

Official Government Source

Verified: 2026-10-22

Mission Vatsalya Official Portal

Disclaimer: Chandan Charitable Trust facilitates awareness of government schemes. Final eligibility, sanction, and disbursement are solely determined by the competent government authority.

Official Government Source

Verified: 2026-10-22

Mission Vatsalya Non-Institutional Care Guidelines

Disclaimer: Chandan Charitable Trust facilitates awareness of government schemes. Final eligibility, sanction, and disbursement are solely determined by the competent government authority.

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Mission Vatsalya — Aftercare

Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India / State and District Child Protection authorities

Last verified: 2026-10-22

How the process works

Step 1: Check eligibility

Young persons aged 18 to 21 years exiting Child Care Institutions with an approved individual aftercare plan. Applicant must have resided in a registered Child Care Institution (CCI) or special care home. Must have reached 18 years of age and be transitioning out of institutional care. Must have an approved Individual Aftercare Plan covering education, skill training, housing, or employment.

Step 2: Prepare documents

The official source lists the following documents.

Documents needed for this step

Proof of age and identity (Aadhaar / School record).
Child Care Institution discharge certificate and care-history documentation.
Child Welfare Committee (CWC) aftercare recommendation order.
Individual Aftercare and Rehabilitation Plan.
Education, vocational training, or apprenticeship enrollment proof.
Bank account details of the young person.

Step 3: Apply

Through Child Care Institution superintendent or District Child Protection Unit (DCPU). Step 1: Begin transition planning prior to turning 18 at the Child Care Institution. Step 2: Social worker prepares Individual Aftercare Plan with educational, housing, and livelihood goals. Step 3: Submit aftercare case to District Child Protection Unit and competent approval committee. Step 4: Committee sanctions monthly financial assistance and support services. Step 5: Disburse ₹4,000 monthly stipend via DBT with periodic review up to age 21 (extendable to 23).

Step 4: Verification

Scrutiny of CCI records and approval by District Child Protection Officer.

Step 5: Sanction / decision

Decision authority, as stated by the official source: District Child Protection Officer and Sponsorship/Aftercare Approval Committee.

Step 6: Benefit

Monthly financial aftercare allowance of ₹4,000 per month. Support for accommodation, vocational training, higher education, and counselling linkage. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the youth's individual bank account.

Step 7: If delayed or rejected

This step has not yet been confirmed from an official source. Please refer to the official portal or the concerned department.

Step 8: Grievance / appeal

Child Helpline 1098, Mission Portal, and Central PG Portal https://pgportal.gov.in/

Sources

Official Government Source

Verified: 2026-10-22

Mission Vatsalya Official Portal

Disclaimer: Chandan Charitable Trust facilitates awareness of government schemes. Final eligibility, sanction, and disbursement are solely determined by the competent government authority.

Official Government Source

Verified: 2026-10-22

Mission Vatsalya Non-Institutional Care Guidelines

Disclaimer: Chandan Charitable Trust facilitates awareness of government schemes. Final eligibility, sanction, and disbursement are solely determined by the competent government authority.