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Ayushman card: free treatment up to ₹5 lakh, all seniors 70+ included — how to get it

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What you getFree treatment up to ₹5 lakh a yearPer family, for hospitalisation

Who can get it

  • Families eligible under PM-JAY (the most vulnerable 40% of families)
  • All members of the family — no age or size limit
  • All citizens aged 70 or above, irrespective of income

Who cannot

  • People under 70 whose family is not in the PM-JAY list

Documents you need

Tick the documents you already have

How to apply

  1. Download the 'Ayushman' app from Google Play Store
  2. Or open beneficiary.nha.gov.in
  3. Search your name with Aadhaar and complete eKYC
  4. Or get the card made at your nearest empanelled hospital

How to check status / payment

  1. Log in to the Ayushman app or beneficiary.nha.gov.in
  2. Search your name with Aadhaar / mobile
  3. If the card is ready, download it there

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Key details
OrganisationNational Health Authority (AB PM-JAY)

Under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, an eligible family gets free hospital treatment of up to ₹5 lakh every year. There is no limit on family size. All citizens aged 70 or above, whatever their income, can get ₹5 lakh cover through the Ayushman Vay Vandana card.

Do I have to pay for an Ayushman card?

No. As per official information you can get it yourself on the Ayushman app or beneficiary.nha.gov.in, or at the nearest empanelled hospital. Do not pay anyone — if in doubt, call 14555.

FAQ

How much treatment does the Ayushman card cover?

Up to ₹5 lakh per eligible family per year, for hospitalisation (secondary and tertiary care).

My parents are over 70 — are they covered?

Yes. All citizens aged 70 or above, irrespective of income, can get ₹5 lakh cover through the Ayushman Vay Vandana card.

This is an unofficial information website and is not linked to any government department. Always confirm on the official website before applying.