Ayushman Bharat Eligibility: Who Qualifies and How to Check Your Name
Medically reviewed by Dr. Nikhil Singh
Last reviewed: 14 Jun 2026
Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY provides health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospitalisation, fully funded by the government. This guide explains who qualifies and how to check your eligibility.
Who Is Eligible
- Poor and vulnerable families identified from the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011 — about 12 crore families
- Rural families meeting at least one SECC 2011 deprivation criterion
- Urban families in the defined occupational categories under SECC 2011
- Automatically included groups such as destitute households, manual scavenger households and primitive tribal groups
- No restriction on family size, age or gender; pre-existing conditions are covered from day one
How to Check If Your Name Is on the List
- Use the National Health Authority beneficiary portal (the "Am I Eligible" tool)
- Enter your mobile number and verify with the OTP
- Search by your State and by name, ration card number, mobile number or Aadhaar
- If your household was selected under SECC 2011, it appears in the results
- You can also call the Ayushman Bharat helpline 14555
How to Get Your Ayushman Card
- After confirming eligibility, log in on the beneficiary portal with your mobile number and OTP
- Complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC and submit the required details
- Once approved, download the e-card (Ayushman card) from the portal
- Cards can also be generated free of cost at empanelled hospitals and Common Service Centres (CSCs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Ayushman Bharat?
Families identified as poor and vulnerable under SECC 2011 — rural families meeting a deprivation criterion and urban families in defined occupational categories — with no cap on family size, age or gender.
How do I check my Ayushman Bharat eligibility?
Use the National Health Authority beneficiary portal, verify your mobile number with an OTP, and search by State and name, ration card, mobile number or Aadhaar. You can also call 14555.
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Medical Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this article.
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Families identified as poor and vulnerable under SECC 2011 — rural families meeting a deprivation criterion and urban families in defined occupational categories — with no cap on family size, age or gender.
Use the National Health Authority beneficiary portal, verify your mobile number with an OTP, and search by State and name, ration card, mobile number or Aadhaar. You can also call 14555.
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Written by Dr. Nikhil Singh
Last reviewed: 14 June 2026
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