An ASHA worker in a rural health centre tried registering a pregnant woman’s details using a bookmark saved years ago — rch.nhm.gov.in. The page loaded inconsistently. A colleague clarified: the current official address is rch.mohfw.gov.in, and the older domain is being phased out as the primary access point.
RCH Portal (Reproductive and Child Health) — under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), National Health Mission. Launched October 15, 1997, it tracks reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) services across India. This portal is for health workers and government officials only — ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives), ASHA workers, and facility staff at PHCs, CHCs, and District Hospitals. It is not a citizen self-service portal.
Official Portal: rch.mohfw.gov.in
Quick Answer: Login: rch.mohfw.gov.in → “Data Entry” tab → Select State + Username + Password + Image Code → Generate OTP → Enter OTP → Login Who can log in: Government health officials (ANM/ASHA/facility staff) only — credentials are issued, not self-registered for general public RCH ID Generation: Approximately 48 hours after registration for a new pregnant woman/beneficiary entry Old URL (rch.nhm.gov.in): Being phased out — use rch.mohfw.gov.in as the primary address
⭐ Who Can Actually Use This Portal
RCH Portal login is restricted to government health officials — you must already hold issued credentials through your health department to access Data Entry features. Regular citizens cannot self-register for an account here. If you’re a pregnant woman or parent looking to check your own RCH ID/records, contact your local ANM/ASHA worker or PHC directly — they handle the portal entry on your behalf.
Login — Step by Step
Step 1: Open rch.mohfw.gov.in
Step 2: Click the “Data Entry” tab in the main menu
Step 3: On the login page, enter:
- State (select from dropdown)
- Username
- Password
- Image Code (Captcha)
Step 4: Click “Generate OTP”
Step 5: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number
Step 6: Click “Login”
Setting Location — Required Before Data Entry
Step 1: After login → Click “Set Location” on the menu
Step 2: Choose District, Health Block/Ward, and Health Facility Type
Step 3: Click “Set”
You must complete this step every login session before the Data Entry options become available.
Mother (Pregnant Woman) Registration
Step 1: After setting location → Click “Data Entry” → Select “Pregnant Women Entry”
Step 2: Enter:
- Mother’s name and husband’s name
- Aadhaar number
- Bank account number (for JSY/PFMS-linked benefits)
- Personal, hierarchy, and medical information as required
Step 3: Click “Save”
A 12-digit RCH ID is generated approximately 48 hours after registration — this ID is what health workers use to access the beneficiary’s ongoing records and services.
Child Registration
Step 1: Data Entry → “Child Entry” → “New Entry”
Step 2: Enter required details:
- RCH Serial Number, Date of Birth, Child’s Name
- Mother’s and Father’s Name
- Mobile Number, Mother’s RCH Number
- Address, Birth Certificate Number, Weight, Birthplace, Religion, Caste
Step 3: Enter Health Provider and ASHA worker name
Step 4: Click “Save” — record is stored and the child’s RCH number generates
ANM/ASHA Worker Registration
Step 1: Data Entry → “Section II” → “ANM/ASHA Registration”
Step 2: Fill in:
- Name, Designation, Father’s Name, Gender
- Operational Mobile Number, Village, Address
- Joining Date, Financial Year
- EID Number and EID Date
- Network operator and bank details
- Aadhaar Number
Step 3: Review all details carefully → Submit
Generating Reports
Step 1: Login → Click “Reports” tab
Step 2: Choose between “Standard Report” or “Query Builder”
Step 3: Select your required parameters → View/Generate the report
Reports are commonly used to track immunization coverage, ANC visit compliance, and High-Risk Pregnancy (HRP) cases at the facility or district level.
ANMOL Status and Dashboard
ANMOL (ANM Online) is the mobile application component supporting field-level data collection for ANMs. Check your state’s ANMOL implementation status at: rch.mohfw.gov.in/rch/Anmol_Status.aspx Implementation follows this rollout sequence: State requests Training of Trainers from MoHFW → Training conducted → State confirms readiness → ANMOL made live for the state → State can monitor usage via the ANMOL Dashboard.
Common Problems + Fix
“Old bookmark rch.nhm.gov.in not loading properly”: This domain is being phased out as the primary access point. Update your bookmark to rch.mohfw.gov.in directly.
“OTP not received during login”: Confirm your registered mobile number is active and correctly linked to your official account. Contact your district RCH coordinator if the issue persists.
“Data Entry options not visible after login”: You likely haven’t completed the “Set Location” step yet — this must be done each session before Data Entry options appear.
“RCH ID not generated immediately after saving entry”: This is expected — allow up to 48 hours for the 12-digit RCH ID to generate after a new registration.
“Forgot login credentials”: Self-service password recovery is typically not available for this restricted system — contact your district health office or RCH nodal officer for credential reset.
“I’m a citizen trying to check my own pregnancy/child record”: This portal is for health worker data entry, not citizen self-lookup. Contact your local ASHA worker, ANM, or nearest PHC for information about your specific record.
FAQ
What is the current official RCH Portal URL? rch.mohfw.gov.in. The older rch.nhm.gov.in domain is being phased out as the primary login address.
Can a regular citizen log in to the RCH Portal? No — login access is restricted to government health officials (ANM, ASHA workers, facility staff) with officially issued credentials.
How long does it take to generate an RCH ID after registering a pregnant woman? Approximately 48 hours after the entry is saved.
What is ANMOL and how is it related to RCH? ANMOL (ANM Online) is the mobile app component for field-level data collection by ANMs, integrated with the broader RCH reporting system.
I’m not a health worker — how do I find out about my own RCH record? Contact your local ASHA worker, ANM, or nearest PHC (Primary Health Centre) directly — they manage the data entry connected to your record.
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| RCH Portal (Current) | rch.mohfw.gov.in |
| ANMOL Status | rch.mohfw.gov.in/rch/Anmol_Status.aspx |
| National Health Mission | nhm.gov.in |
Once the ASHA worker switched to the correct current URL, her data entry for the pregnant woman’s registration went through without further delay — the 12-digit RCH ID generated within the expected 48-hour window.
Health workers and facility staff — bookmark rch.mohfw.gov.in as your primary RCH Portal address, complete the “Set Location” step every session, and remember the system is built for official data entry, not direct citizen self-service.
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