PM POSHAN - Prime Minister's Overarching Scheme For Holistic Nourishment
PM POSHAN provides hot cooked meals to children in government and government-aided schools across India.
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive one hot cooked meal daily, which aims to improve their nutritional status and encourage regular school attendance. The meals are designed to meet specific nutritional norms based on age group.
Who can apply
- For: student
- not income tax payer
Eligible applicants are Indian citizens enrolled in primary or upper primary classes (1st to 8th) at government or government-aided schools. There are no specific exclusions mentioned, but the scheme is not applicable to income tax payers.
How to apply
There is no formal application process for this scheme; it automatically applies to eligible students in participating schools.
- Ensure enrollment in a Government or Government-aided school for classes 1 to 8.
- Attend school regularly to receive the provided meals.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for PM POSHAN?
Eligibility is for Indian citizens studying in primary or upper primary classes at government or government-aided schools.
Is there an application form for this scheme?
No, there is no application form required; the scheme is automatically applicable to eligible students.
What meals are provided under PM POSHAN?
The scheme provides hot cooked meals that meet specific nutritional standards for children in the specified age groups.
Are there any exclusions for this scheme?
While there are no specific exclusions mentioned, the scheme does not apply to income tax payers.
How does PM POSHAN support education?
By providing nutritious meals, the scheme aims to improve children's health and encourage regular attendance in schools.
Source: myScheme (myscheme.gov.in) archived page via gov_myscheme dataset. Facts last verified on 2026-06-07.