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schemeArchiveSunday, 23 September 2018

Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), 2018

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Summary

World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.

Key Facts

TypeScheme
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedSunday, 23 September 2018
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 5 million healthcare workers

Key Numbers

Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
Target: 2.5% of GDP public health spending
1.5 lakh Health & Wellness Centres planned
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries

Key Authorities

Ministry of Health & Family WelfareICMRAYUSHMinistry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI Aayog

Key Stakeholders

PatientsHealthcare WorkersHospitals & ClinicsBPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with Disabilities

Government Context

NDA IBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight

Impact Assessment

9/10
Impact Score
Beneficiaries12 crore families (55 crore individuals)
Budget AllocationRs 7K Crore
Coverage33 states/UTs (except Delhi, Odisha, West Bengal)
Implementation StatusOperational
85% implemented

Key Outcomes

  • Rs 5 lakh health cover per family per year
  • 7.5+ crore hospital admissions authorised
  • 30,000+ hospitals empanelled across India

Challenges

  • Low awareness in rural areas
  • Empanelment gaps in private hospitals
  • Claims processing delays

SDG Alignment

3Good Health

Amendment History

20 changes recorded for this policy.

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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
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DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_urban_development
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
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DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_women_and_child_development
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_niti_aayog
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_upsc
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_eac_pm
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_national_financial_reporting_authority
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_pm_speech
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_ifsc_authority
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
DescriptionTuesday, 28 July 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission
World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)
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World's largest government-funded health insurance scheme providing Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation. Covers over 55 crore beneficiaries from vulnerable families.
Government of India press release: Update on Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB PM-JAY)

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