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Background: Polyhydramnios is a high-risk obstetrical condition characterized by excessive accumulation of amniotic fluid. It is associated with maternal and fetal complications such as preterm labor, malpresentation, postpartum hemorrhage, and perinatal morbidity. Adequate knowledge among antenatal mothers regarding polyhydramnios is essential for early identification, timely management, and prevention of complications. Objectives: 1. To assess the pre-test knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding polyhydramnios. 2. To assess the post-test knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding polyhydramnios. 3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding polyhydramnios. 4. To find the association between post-test knowledge scores and selected demographic variables. Methods: A quantitative evaluative research approach with a pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was adopted. The study was conducted at the Government Maternity Hospital, Sikar. Antenatal mothers were selected using non-probability purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire. A structured teaching programme was administered, and post-test assessment was conducted after seven days. Results: The findings revealed that the majority of antenatal mothers had inadequate to moderate knowledge in the pre-test. Post-test knowledge scores showed a significant improvement. The paired t-test indicated a statistically significant increase in mean knowledge scores (p < 0.05). Selected demographic variables showed significant association with post-test knowledge scores. Conclusion: The structured teaching programme was effective in improving knowledge regarding polyhydramnios among antenatal mothers. Health education should be incorporated into routine antenatal care to promote maternal and fetal well-being.