Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme
in Bihar
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Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme in Bihar
Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme in Bihar
Scheme Overview
The Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme, 2014, is launched by the Information & Public Relations Department, Government of Bihar. It aims to provide financial benefits & facilities under a group mediclaim & personal accident insurance scheme to working media representatives in the state of Bihar
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a journalist/media representative.
Independent journalists must hold a valid press accreditation card.
The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of work experience in journalism.
The media representative's age is between 21-70 years.
The media representative should be residing and working in Bihar.
The media representative educational qualification should be matriculation or equivalent for the insurance.
The media representative should cover 50% of news or comments in journalists from newspapers, magazines, news agencies, electronic media, and independent journalists with valid press accreditation.
The media representative's spouse and two dependent children are included in this Insurance Scheme.
The media representative's son's age is up to 23 years (or 25 if studying any bonafide institutions), and the daughter will be covered until marriage.
A media representative affiliated with a private news channel must ensure that the channel's telecast reaches at least 20 districts in the state.
Benefits
Personal accident insurance coverage up to ₹5,00,000/-
Medical expense coverage up to ₹5,00,000/- for the insured and their dependents.
NOTE: Media representatives contribute 20% of the premium, while the remaining 80% is covered by the government.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Five Passport-size Photograph. |
| 2 | Appointment/Affiliation letter (issued by editor/ bureau chief in favour of media representative salaried, full-time/part-time). |
| 3 | Birth Certificate (Countersigned by editor/ resident editor/employer/ Bureau Chief). |
| 4 | Photocopy of Registration Number of the Institution. |
| 5 | Other Mediclaim Policy Document (if taken). |
| 6 | Proof of Media Organization Registration. |
| 7 | Work Experience Certificate (issued by editor/resident editor/employer/ Bureau Chief). |
| 8 | Press Accreditation Card (issued by Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Bihar). |
| 9 | Proof of Circulation for Media Organizations. |
| 10 | Crossed/Cancelled Cheque (for the information of ECS facility, MICR and IFSC code). |
| 11 | Premium Contribution Receipt. |
| 12 | Affidavit regarding Criminal/Civil matters. |
| 13 | Declaration of Nominee. |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Personal accident insurance up to [?]5 lakhs and medical expense coverage up to [?]5 lakhs for the insured and dependents.