Supplementary Nutrition Programme- Bihar
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Supplementary Nutrition Programme in Bihar is a centrally-sponsored scheme run jointly by the Central and State governments (50% each funding). It provides nutritional support through Anganwadi centers to improve the health of young children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers. The scheme targets children aged 6 months to 6 years, whether normally nourished, malnourished, or severely malnourished.
What You Get
- Hot cooked meals provided at Anganwadi centers
- Nutritional supplements for children aged 6 months to 6 years
- Nutritional support for pregnant women
- Nutritional support for lactating mothers
- Health monitoring and child care services
- Free access to nutrition programs at local Anganwadi centers
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Female only
- Age: 0–50 years
- Residence: Bihar residents only
- Children aged 6 months to 6 years
- Pregnant women
- Lactating mothers (nursing mothers)
- Beneficiary must reside in Bihar
- Available to all economic groups, including malnourished and severely malnourished children
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Birth Certificate
- 3. Residence Proof
- 4. Bank Passbook
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Bihar
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- Female
- Age Group
- 0–50 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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