How To Apply For Ayushman Bharat, Step-By-Step Guide

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What is Ayushman Bharat

Ayushman Bharat is a government-supported health insurance scheme for seniors over 70 years of age which provides up to 5 lakhs of coverage.

Here are steps to apply for the scheme

1. Head to the Ayushman Bharat website

Start by visiting www.pmjay.gov.in. This is the official portal for the scheme.

2. Look for the ‘70+ Senior Citizen Registration’ link

This will redirect you to a separate page designated for the new senior citizen rollout.

3. Face authentication or Aadhaar verification

Smartphone users may use face authentication via the website. Otherwise, they can also visit a Common Service Centre (CSC), PM-JAY kiosk, or an empanelled hospital to complete Aadhaar-based biometric verification.

4. Submit documents

To apply for this scheme, you will require the following documents: an Aadhaar card, a Ration card (if available) or any government-recognised family ID, like a Parivar Pehchan Patra (in some states).

5. Get the e-card issued

Once the details are verified, an Ayushman Bharat e-card with a unique ID will be generated. This card is important, it is what hospitals use to provide cashless treatment under the scheme.

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