Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant in Jammu and Kashmir
Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Apply for Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant in Jammu and Kashmir
Scheme Overview
A health scheme by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for financially poor patients to defray a part of the expenditure on Hospitalization/treatment in Government Hospitals,for life threatening diseases covered under Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN), in cases where free medical facilities aren't there.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must not be an employee of either Central or State Govt.
The applicant must have been Hospitalized / Undergoing Treatment in a Government Hospital (including super specialty Government hospitals / institutes).
The Total Annual Family Income of the applicant must not exceed ₹1,00,000/- per annum.
Benefits
Financial assistance towards treatment in Government hospitals including super specialty Government hospitals / institutes.
Financial Assistance of ₹50,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is up to ₹1,00,000/- .
Financial Assistance of ₹75,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is above ₹1,00,000/- & up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Financial Assistance of ₹1,00,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is above ₹1,50,000/-.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Application form in prescribed proforma duly signed by the treating doctor and countersigned by the Medical Superintendent of the Government hospital/institute. |
| 2 | Quantum of financial assistance granted to the patient is- (a) Rs.75,000/-, if the estimated cost of treatment is up to Rs.1,25,000/-(b) Rs.1,00,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is above Rs.1,25,000/- and up to Rs.1,75,000/- and (c) Rs.1,25,000/- |
| 3 | A Certificate in original from the BDO/ Tehsildar/Collector /SDM (quoting full name, designation, telephone number and complete official address of the certificate issuing authority) regarding occupation and monthly/yearly income of the applicant and his/ |
| 4 | Copy of the ration card. |
How to Apply in Jammu and Kashmir
Step 1:
Offline — https://main.mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/4451946500hmdgappl_1_1_0.pdf The application form can be downloaded from the following link: https://main.mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/4451946500hmdgappl_1_1_0.pdf
Step 2:
Offline — https://main.mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/4451946500hmdgappl_1_1_0.pdf Take print of the application form and duly fill the mandatory fields.
Step 3:
Offline — https://main.mohfw.gov.in/sites/default/files/4451946500hmdgappl_1_1_0.pdf The duly filled application needs to be submitted to either of the following: Doctor / HOD / Medical Superintendent of the Hospital.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant in Jammu and Kashmir?
Applicants in Jammu and Kashmir typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Assistance of [?]50,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is up to [?]1,00,000/- .