Nikshay Poshan Yojana

Description
The "Nikshay Poshan Yojana", launched in 2018 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, provides financial assistance of ₹1,000/- per month to each notified tuberculosis TB patient for nutritional support. All TB patients notified on or after 1st April 2018 and registered on the NIKSHAY portal are eligible. The scheme aims to improve treatment outcomes by addressing malnutrition and supporting patients throughout their treatment.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• **Financial Incentive:** An amount of ₹1,000/- per month for each notified TB patient.<br>

Eligibility Criteria
1. All patients with tuberculosis (TB) who are notified to the government on or after April 1, 2018, including those who are already being treated for TB, are eligible for financial incentives.
2. To be eligible for the incentives, patients must be registered or notified on the NIKSHAY portal.

Required Documents
• Bank Account Proof
• Aadhaar Document (Optional but Recommended)
• Consent/Declaration Form (Only in specific cases)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to receive the DBT benefit under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
A: Any TB patient notified in the Nikshay portal on or after 1st April 2018, whether treated in the public or private sector, is eligible. Pediatric patients are also eligible.

Q: What benefit will I receive under the scheme?
A: ₹1,000 under this scheme.

Q: What documents are required to receive the benefit?
A: - A copy of your bank passbook, canceled cheque, or bank statement
- Aadhaar card (if available, but not mandatory)
- If using a family member’s bank account, a written consent form is required.

Q: Can I receive the benefit if I don’t have a bank account?
A: Yes, but you must open a savings bank account, preferably Aadhaar-linked. Health workers can help you open an account under schemes like Jan Dhan Yojana.

Q: How will I receive the payment?
A: Once your bank account is validated by PFMS (Public Financial Management System), the amount is directly credited to your account. You’ll also get an SMS confirmation.

Q: How can I check if my bank details are validated?
A: Your health provider or treatment supporter can check the validation status in Nikshay. If your account is rejected, they will assist you in correcting it.

Q: What happens if I move to another district during treatment?
A: Your benefits will be transferred to the new district. The current district TB unit will continue processing your payments based on your updated location in Nikshay.

Q: Can I opt out of receiving the benefit?
A: Yes. If you do not wish to receive the DBT benefit, you must submit a written declaration. Your record in Nikshay will be marked as “Forego Benefits.”

Q: What should I do if I haven’t received the payment?
A: - Contact your healthcare provider or treatment supporter
- Call the national helpline: 1800-11-6666
- Check if your bank details are validated and benefit status is approved in Nikshay