Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana Kendra 2025: Apply Online, Eligibility

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The scheme “Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)” was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, in November 2008. The branded (Generic) medicines are sold at significantly higher prices than their un-branded generic equivalents, though are identical in therapeutic value. Given the widespread poverty across the country, making available reasonably priced quality generic medicines in the market would benefit everyone.

Objectives:

  1. To provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices.
  2. To create awareness about generic drugs and their therapeutic value.
  3. To reduce out-of-pocket expenses for healthcare, especially for the poor and deprived sections of society.
  4. To generate employment by engaging individual entrepreneurs to open PMBJP Kendras.
  5. To fill the secondary and tertiary healthcare gap in India.

Benefits:

  1. Incentives for Kendra Owners:
    • Normal Incentive: Enhanced from ₹2,50,000 to ₹5,00,000, given @15% of monthly purchases with a ceiling of ₹15,000 per month.
    • Special Incentive: ₹2,00,000 one-time incentive for Kendra owners in North-Eastern States, Himalayan regions, islands, and aspirational districts, or those owned by women, Divyang, SCs, and STs.
  2. Affordable Medicines: Prices of Janaushadhi medicines are 50%-90% lower than branded medicines.
  3. WHO-GMP Certification: Medicines are sourced from WHO-GMP certified suppliers to ensure high quality.
  4. Testing of Medicines: All drugs are tested at NABL-accredited laboratories.
  5. Sanitary Napkins: Janaushadhi Suvidha Napkins, available at ₹1 per pad, have sold 47.87 crores units by 30.11.2023.

Eligibility:

  1. Applicants must possess a D. Pharma/B. Pharma degree or employ someone with such qualifications to open a Janaushadhi Kendra.
  2. Organizations/NGOs need to employ B. Pharma/D. Pharma holders.
  3. For government hospitals or medical colleges, reputed NGOs and charitable organizations can apply.
  4. Applicants should demonstrate the financial capacity to run the Kendra successfully.

Application Process:

  1. Online Application:
Step 1: Visit the official website on : http://janaushadhi.gov.in/index.aspx.
Step 2: Click on the ‘APPLY FOR KENDRA’ Tab.
Step 3: Click on the ‘CLICK HERE TO APPLY’ Tab.
Step 4: Click on the tab ‘REGISTER NOW” and fill in the applicant’s details with a unique Mobile number & Email ID.
Step 5: After successful registration, the applicant will get an email containing a unique ‘USER ID & PASSWORD’ for Portal login
Step 6: Log in with your USER ID and PASSWORD received or created through the registered email ID
Step 7: The application processing fee amount must be deposited only in the PMBI’s virtual account.
Step 8: Fill out the application form carefully.
  • (Basic information with details of application processing fee of Rs. 5,000/- under Govt. Category) &
  • (Proposed Kendra Details) and other relevant details.
Step 9: Upload the documents e.g., PACS ID, Certificate of Incorporation, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Bank Statement for 6 months, etc.
Step 10: Each document must be uploaded under a size of 200KB in PDF/JPEG/PNG/JPG format only.
Step 11: Review the filled-out application & click on the final Submit button.
Note: After completing the above steps, the application form has been submitted successfully and confirmation will be shared on the registered email ID of the applicant. The applicant can also check their application status online at any time by login into the same portal or can call us on the helpline number 18001808080.

Documents Required:

    • Space Proof: Minimum 120 sq feet, supported by ownership or lease agreement.
    • Pharmacist Registration: Proof of having a qualified pharmacist.
    • Financial Capacity: Documents proving financial capacity to run the store.
    • Retail Drug License: Retail Drug License in the applicant’s name.
    • Additional Documents: Aadhar, PAN, ITR for the last two years, Bank Statement, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is PMBJP?
    PMBJP is an initiative to provide affordable, high-quality generic medicines to all, through Janaushadhi Kendras.
  2. How do I open a Janaushadhi Kendra?
    Entrepreneurs with D. Pharma/B. Pharma qualifications can apply online to open a Kendra.
  3. Who can benefit from Janaushadhi medicines?
    All citizens of India can avail of affordable generic medicines at Janaushadhi Kendras.
  4. What incentives do Kendra owners receive?
    Kendra owners receive normal and special incentives based on the location and the nature of the ownership.
  5. What medicines are available at Janaushadhi Kendras?
    A wide range of 1,965 drugs and 293 surgical items are available at affordable prices.

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