Integrated Child Development Services

Key facts

Benefit	Various health and nutrition services
Who	Children (0-6 years), pregnant women, lactating mothers
Implemented by	Anganwadi Workers and Helpers
Residence state	Chandigarh
Documents	Aadhar Card
Application window	Open all year — visit nearest Anganwadi center.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive various health and nutrition services, including supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, and pre-school education.

Who can apply

Age 0–6
Resident of Chandigarh
poor household

This scheme is available for children aged 0 to 6 years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers residing in Chandigarh. It primarily targets families from poor households.

How to apply

There is no formal application process; beneficiaries can access services directly at local Anganwadi centers.

Visit the nearest Anganwadi center in Chandigarh.
Provide your Aadhar Card for identification.
Access the available health and nutrition services.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhar Card

Frequently asked questions

Who can benefit from the ICDS scheme?

The ICDS scheme benefits children under 6 years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers in Chandigarh.

What services are provided under the ICDS scheme?

Services include supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, pre-school education, and health and nutrition education.

Is there an application process for this scheme?

No formal application is required; beneficiaries can directly visit Anganwadi centers to access services.

What document is needed to access the services?

An Aadhar Card is required for identification when visiting an Anganwadi center.

Are there any exclusions for eligibility?

The scheme primarily targets families from poor households, which may limit access for those not meeting this criterion.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.