Cancer Suraksha Scheme
in Kerala
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Key dates and updates (Kerala)
Nationwide and Kerala-specific milestones. Verify on the official portal before you apply.
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| Scheme launch |
Cancer Suraksha Scheme in Kerala
Cancer Suraksha Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Kerala.
Apply for Cancer Suraksha Scheme in Kerala
Scheme Overview
The Government of Kerala launched the “Cancer Suraksha Scheme” on 1st November 2008 for children below the age of 18 who suffer from cancer and belong to such families which are too poor to afford treatment. This scheme was launched under Kerala Social Security Mission.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State and scheme is applicable only to patients from Kerala.
Cancer patients up to the age of 18 years in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) groups are eligible to be included in this scheme.
Cancer patients should belong to families which are too poor to afford treatment.
To be included in this scheme a confirmed diagnosis of cancer is a must.
Those patients who are yet to complete 18 years of age and need treatment are eligible for the benefit for one more year.
Benefits
Under this scheme, children under 18 years would be given free treatment for cancer through designated Government hospitals in the state.
The entire cost of treatment, including the cost of investigations, would be borne by the hospitals through the funds provided by the Mission.
The ceiling of expenditure per child would be initially ₹50,000/-.
**Note:** The hospital can incur additional expenditure, based on the report of the committee comprising the Oncologist/treating doctor, the Head of the Radiology Department, and the Superintendent, subject to ratification by the Mission.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy of Aadhaar/ Proof of Identity of patient |
| 2 | Proof of age of the patient |
| 3 | Copy of BPL card |
| 4 | Copy of Ration card |
| 5 | Residence certificate |
| 6 | Passport-size photograph |
| 7 | Proof/report confirming the diagnosis of cancer |
| 8 | Registered Patient Card under the scheme |
Common questions in Kerala
Who can apply for Cancer Suraksha Scheme in Kerala?
Eligible residents of Kerala who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Cancer Suraksha Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Cancer Suraksha Scheme in Kerala?
Applicants in Kerala typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Cancer Suraksha Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 November 2008 through 1 November 2008, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Government of Kerala launched the "Cancer Suraksha Scheme" on 1st November 2008 for children below the age of 18 who suffer from cancer and belong to such families which are too poor to afford treatment