Govt.Launch of “Mukhyamantri Swasthya Sahayata Yojana 2025” by Govt. of Jharkhand Scheduled Tribe, Castes Persons (SC/ ST), Minority Welfare Department will sanction the medical treatment fee of the Citizen on the basis of their financial ability. Funds are provided via this scheme to help people deal with illness, operation or other medical expenses.
Benefits
The scheme provides financial assistance based on the duration of treatment and the illness:
For Adults:
| Illness | Criteria | Grant Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any kind of illness or surgery | If the duration of treatment is less than 7 days | ₹3,000/- |
| If the duration of treatment is more than 7 days | ₹5,000/- | |
| COVID-19 | If treated at home | ₹5,000/- |
| If treated in a hospital | ₹10,000/- | |
| Cancer | ₹25,000/- |
For Minors:
| Illness | Criteria | Grant Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Any kind of illness or surgery | If the duration of treatment is less than 7 days | ₹1,500/- |
| If the duration of treatment is more than 7 days | ₹2,500/- | |
| COVID-19 | If treated at home | ₹2,500/- |
| If treated in a hospital | ₹5,000/- | |
| Cancer | ₹15,000/- |
Note: Funds are directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank accounts via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand.
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, or Backward Class categories.
- The applicant must be suffering from the illness or surgery.
- Applicants already availing financial assistance from other government schemes are ineligible.
- The applicant must be a holder of one of the following ration cards:
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- Priority Household Ration Card (PHH)
- Antyodaya Ration Card
- Green Card
- Exclusions: Benefits are not available for pregnancy and maternity-related expenses.
- Other Schemes: Applicants already availing financial assistance from other government schemes are ineligible.
Application Process
Offline
- Obtain Application Form: Visit the Block Office, District Welfare Office, or Project Director (ITDA) Office and request the application form during office hours.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the application form with all mandatory details, attach the required documents, and self-attest them if necessary.
- Submit the Form: Submit the completed application form and documents to the respective office (Block Office, District Welfare Office, or ITDA Office).
- Request Acknowledgment: Ensure you receive a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer with details such as the date of submission and a unique identification number.
Documents Required
- Ration Card Copy (Priority Household, Antyodaya, or Green Card).
- Caste Certificate (Issued online).
- Birth Certificate (For age verification).
- Medical Certificate (Issued by a Chief Medical Officer or Civil Surgeon for illness or surgery).
- COVID-19 Certification (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card Copy.
- Bank Account Details (First-page photocopy of passbook).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for this scheme?Residents of Jharkhand belonging to the Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, or Backward Class categories who are suffering from an illness or have undergone surgery.
- What treatments are covered under the scheme?The scheme covers various illnesses, surgeries, COVID-19 treatment (both home and hospital), and cancer treatments.
- What documents are required to apply?
- equired documents include Ration Card, Caste Certificate, Medical Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Bank Account Details, and COVID-19 Certification (if applicable).
- Where should I apply?Applications should be submitted at the Block Office, District Welfare Office, or Project Director (ITDA) Office.
- How is the amount disbursed?The financial assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through PFMS.
- Are maternity expenses covered?No, the scheme does not cover pregnancy or maternity-related expenses.
- Can I apply if I’m already using another government scheme?No, applicants who are already availing financial assistance from other government schemes are ineligible for this scheme.
- Who approves the application?The application is processed and approved by the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
- What happens if false details are submitted?Submitting false information can lead to the rejection of the application and disqualification from the scheme.
- Are non-SC/ST/OBC applicants eligible?No, only Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, or Backward Class applicants are eligible.