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The Federal Government Started Payments of Pé-de-Meia, a Program That Guarantees R$ 200 Monthly for Public School Students. The Initiative Seeks to Incentivize Staying in School and Access to Education
The deposit of Enrollment Incentive for students of the Pé-de-Meia program starts this Monday (31/3). The payment is intended for public high school students who completed enrollmentlment in 2025. The amount is R$ 200 per student.
Payment Is Staggered According to Month of Birth
The Caixa Econômica Federal reported that payments will continue until April 7, according to the month of birth of the student. See the dates:
- January and February: March 31
- March and April: April 1
- May and June: April 2
- July and August: April 3
- September and October: April 4
- November and December: April 7
In total, about 3.9 million installments will be paid this month. Of this total, 1.3 million are for new beneficiaries.
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Releases of the 2024 installments of Completion and Enem Incentives, in addition to the Attendance Incentive, are also scheduled.
Amount Is Deposited in Caixa Tem
The incentive amount is credited to a Caixa Tem savings account, automatically opened in the student’s name. To access the money, it is necessary to use the Caixa Tem app.
If the student is underage, the legal guardian must authorize the use of the account. This consent can be given both through the app and in person at a Caixa branch.
For those 18 years or older, the account will be unlocked and the amount can be used immediately.
How to Check the Benefit
Students can follow the payment status, program rules, and school information through the Student Journey app developed by the Ministry of Education (MEC).
Specific data about money transactions and available balance must be checked in the Caixa Tem app itself.
Who Is Entitled to Pé-de-Meia?
The program is aimed at public high school students who are registered in the Single Registry for Social Programs of the Federal Government (CadÚnico). Family income must be up to half of the minimum wage per person.
To continue receiving the benefit, students must maintain a minimum attendance rate of 80%. If attendance falls below this in any month, the payment for that period will be suspended.
What Is Pé-de-Meia?
Created by Law No. 14.818/2024, Pé-de-Meia is a financial-educational incentive that works like a savings plan. The goal is to ensure that young people stay in school and complete high school.
In addition to the monthly payment for attendance, the student receives R$ 1,000 at the end of each school year if approved. This amount will be kept as savings and can be withdrawn after graduation.
This program aims to reduce inequalities and expand access to education.
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