Health Schemes (Central Sector)
Universal health coverage, Ayushman cards for senior citizens, digital health records, and affordable medicines. Below is the complete table and detailed summaries of all active and landmark central schemes under this category, verified on 15 October 2026.
Master Table: Health Schemes
| # | Scheme Name | Key Financial Benefit | Target Beneficiary | Current Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Ayushman Card 2026: Eligibility, Download, Hospital List Also: Ayushman card, Ayushman Bharat, 5 lakh health card | Cover of Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospital care. | Poor and vulnerable families listed in SECC 2011 and later State lists, plus all citizens aged 70 and above (see Vay Vandana card). | Active | Read Details → |
| 10 | Ayushman Vay Vandana Card: 70+ Free Rs 5 Lakh Cover, Apply Also: Vay Vandana card, senior citizen Ayushman card | Up to Rs 5 lakh a year, shared by seniors of the same family. | All citizens aged 70 years and above, rich or poor. | Active | Read Details → |
| 11 | ABHA Card: Create Online, Download, ABHA vs Ayushman Card Also: ABHA card, health ID card | Free 14-digit ABHA number and an ABHA address (like name@abdm). | Any Indian resident. Children can be added by parents. | Pending Approval | Read Details → |
| 12 | Jan Aushadhi Kendra: Cheap Medicines, Store Near Me, Open a Kendra Also: Jan Aushadhi Kendra, generic medicine store | Generic medicines usually 50% to 90% cheaper than branded medicines (as stated by PMBI). | Anyone can buy. Individuals, NGOs, pharmacists and institutions can open a Kendra. | Active | Read Details → |
Scheme Profiles & Quick Facts
9. Ayushman Card 2026: Eligibility, Download, Hospital List
Ministry: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Authority)What it gives: Free, cashless hospital treatment up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year at empanelled government and private hospitals.
Who is eligible: Poor and vulnerable families listed in SECC 2011 and later State lists, plus all citizens aged 70 and above (see Vay Vandana card).
10. Ayushman Vay Vandana Card: 70+ Free Rs 5 Lakh Cover, Apply
Ministry: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (NHA)What it gives: Free hospital cover for every Indian aged 70 or more, with no income limit.
Who is eligible: All citizens aged 70 years and above, rich or poor.
11. ABHA Card: Create Online, Download, ABHA vs Ayushman Card
Ministry: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Authority)What it gives: A free 14-digit health ID that links your health records like prescriptions and lab reports, with your consent.
Who is eligible: Any Indian resident. Children can be added by parents.
12. Jan Aushadhi Kendra: Cheap Medicines, Store Near Me, Open a Kendra
Ministry: Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and FertilizersWhat it gives: Shops that sell quality generic medicines at much lower prices than branded ones. You can also apply to open a Kendra.
Who is eligible: Anyone can buy. Individuals, NGOs, pharmacists and institutions can open a Kendra.