Launched on 9th January 2020 by Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Jagananna Amma Vodi Scheme is one of the flagship education welfare programs of Andhra Pradesh. Managed by the School Education Department, the scheme provides ₹15,000 per annum to poor mothers (or guardians in the absence of the mother) to send their children to school from Class 1 to 12. The initiative aims to improve attendance, reduce dropouts, and strengthen the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) across the state.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• State: Andhra Pradesh
• Launched By: CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
• Managed By: School Education Department, Govt. of AP
• Financial Benefit: ₹15,000/year per child (₹14,000 to mother + ₹1,000 to school DTMF)
• Applicable Classes: 1st to 12th
• Mode of Payment: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
• Launch Date: 9th January 2020
• Academic Year Applicable From: 2019-20 onward
Benefits
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Financial Aid per Student | ₹15,000/year |
| Amount Credited to Mother’s Account | ₹14,000/year |
| Amount Deducted for School DTMF Fund | ₹1,000/year |
The amount is deposited directly into the mother’s or guardian’s bank account in January every year.
Eligibility Criteria
• The mother/guardian must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh
• Child must be studying in Class 1 to Class 12
• Student must be enrolled in a recognized Govt./Aided/Unaided school or Jr. College in AP
• Family income limit:
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Rural: Less than ₹10,000/month
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Urban: Less than ₹12,000/month
• Electricity consumption must be less than 300 units/month (average of 6 months)
• Family must not own a 4-wheeler (except Taxi/Auto/Tractor)
• No government employee or pensioner in the family (except sanitary workers)
• Landholding limit: Urban household must have <1000 sq. ft. plot
• Child must have minimum 75% attendance
Exclusions
• Students of Class 10 who opt for IIT/Polytechnic/IIIT courses (as they fall under Vidya Deevena or Vasathi Deevena)
• Non-residents of Andhra Pradesh
• Families with income tax payees
• Students from unrecognized institutions
Application Process (Offline)
Step-by-Step Process:
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School Headmaster/Principal collects student data and submits it as per the standard format
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Data is verified using 6-Step Check, Childinfo/UDISE, and Civil Supplies data
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Social Audit is conducted at the Village/Ward Secretariat for transparency
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Ineligible candidates are informed with reasons for rejection
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Final Eligible List is prepared by Welfare Education Assistant and approved by District Collector
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e-KYC verification of mother through biometric is done
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Funds are released by District Education Officers to the beneficiary account
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Acknowledgment and biometric receipt is collected from the mother by field staff
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card (Mother and Student)
• White Ration Card
• Proof of Residence (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Electricity Bill)
• School Name and Student Enrollment Info
• Bank Account Details of Mother
• Mother’s Passport-size Photo
• School ID Card or Admission Proof
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When Was “Jagananna Amma Vodi” Scheme Launched?
The “Jagananna Amma Vodi” Scheme was launched on 9th January 2020 by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Shri YSR Jagan Mohan Reddy. - What Is The Amount Of Financial Assistance Provided Under This Scheme?
The scheme provides poor mothers (or recognized guardian in the absence of mother) ₹15,000/- per annum for sending their children to school. - Which Department Manages “Jagananna Amma Vodi” Scheme?
The scheme is managed by the School Education Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh. - What Are The Objectives Of The Scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to enhance access to schools, ensure equity, assuring quality education, improve attendance, and retention, achieve better learning outcomes, and for the overall development of the child from Classes 1st to 12th. - What Is The Full-Form Of GER?
The full-form of GER is Gross Enrolment Ratio. - What Portion Of The Financial Assistance Should Go To The District Toilet Maintenance Fund?
An amount of ₹ 1000/- from each beneficiary shall be deducted at the source and released to School/College Committee as District Toilet Maintenance Fund (DTMF) under the control of the District Collector. - What Shall Be The Amount That Shall Be Deposited Into The Savings Account Of The Beneficiary?
The eligible mothers/guardians will be sanctioned ₹ 14000/- which will be deposited directly into the beneficiaries’ savings account of the Nationalized Bank / Post Office in January every year until the child passes Class 12th.An amount of ₹ 1000/- from each beneficiary shall be deducted at the source and released to School/College Committee as District Toilet Maintenance Fund (DTMF) under the control of the District Collector. - Where Can I Find The Link To The Guidelines Of The Scheme?
The Guidelines of the Scheme can be found at –
https://cse.ap.gov.in/RTE/download/JAGANANNA%20AMMA%20VODI%20under%20G.O%2063.pdf - Can Residents Of The State Of Telangana Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, the mother/guardian should be a resident of the state of Andhra Pradesh. - What Is The Income Criteria For The Residents From Rural Areas?
The Total Family Income of the Applicant should be less than ₹ 10,000/- per month in the case of Rural Areas. - What Is The Income Criteria For The Residents From Urban Areas?
The Total Family Income of the Applicant should be less than ₹ 12,000/- per month in the case of Urban Areas. - Will A Person Be Eligible To Apply If One Of The Family Members Is A Government Pensioner?
No, the person won’t be eligible to apply in that case. - What Is The Eligibility Criteria Reg. The School / College In Which The Student Is Admitted / Enrolled?
The school/college in which the child is admitted/enrolled should be a recognized Government, Private Aided, and Private Unaided School/Jr. College or Residential School/Jr.College in the state of Andhra Pradesh.