Good news for working mothers. It is now possible to submit applications to the INPS to obtain the 2026 bonus. The economic contribution this year goes from 40 to 60 euros per month, up to a total maximum of 720 euros. However, the bonus is not available to all working mothers. Let’s see what to pay attention to, how to apply and what deadlines must be respected.
The requirements of the new mothers bonus 2026
The benefit is not available to all workers without distinction. Meanwhile, pay attention to the age of the offspring. For mothers with two children, the youngest must not yet be ten years old. For those with at least three children, however, the age limit of the youngest child is set at 18 years.
“A particularly important distinction – clarifies the INPS – concerns mothers with at least three children who work on a permanent basis: these workers are not entitled to the new economic contribution in the months in which the permanent contract is in place”, since they already have total contribution exemption on their paychecks (up to 3,000 euros per year). The situation is different for mothers with two children, who can benefit from the 60 euros per month even in the presence of a permanent contract.
Income also counts. It must not exceed 40 thousand euros per year, it doesn’t matter whether you are employed or self-employed. This includes self-employed workers registered with mandatory social security schemes, including professional funds and separate management. Domestic workers are excluded.
The duration of the bonus
INPS clarifies that the contribution is due “for the months, or fractions of a month”, in which the requirements are met. Payment for 2026 is expected in a lump sum in December.
The sums recognized do not contribute to the formation of taxable income and are not relevant for ISEE purposes.
How to submit your application step by step
To submit the application you need to connect to the “New Mothers Bonus 2026” page and select the “Use the service” option. You are then asked to authenticate using your credentials and access the “Non-Pension Benefits Access Point” to complete.
The application must be submitted by 31 December 2026. If the requirement is met in December 2026, the application can be submitted by 31 January 2027. It is also possible to request the bonus via the multi-channel Contact Center or the patronages.