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PMJAY Ayushman Bharat Health Card Application Process, Check Name on List 2026: PM-JAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) is India’s flagship health insurance scheme, a core part of Ayushman Bharat, providing ₹5 lakh annual health cover for secondary / tertiary care to over 10 crore poor families, offering cashless treatment at empanelled public / private hospitals for around 50 crore people, with eligibility based on 2011 Socio-Economic Census criteria. The Ayushman Card is the physical / digital identity for beneficiaries to access these cashless medical benefits.
How to Check Name – PMJAY Ayushman Bharat Health Card 2026
| Through the Official Beneficiary Portal: 1. Visit the official NHA Beneficiary Portal. 2. Select the “Beneficiary” option on the login page. 3. Enter your 10-digit mobile number and click “Verify.” Enter the OTP received on your phone and the captcha code to log in. 4. On the search page, select your State, Scheme (PMJAY), District, and then choose a search method (Search By). 5. Search Options: You can search using your Aadhaar Number, Family ID (Ration Card number), Name, or Location (Rural/Urban). 6. If your family is listed, the names of all eligible members will appear on the screen. |
| Using the Ayushman App: 1. Download the official Ayushman App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Login as a “Beneficiary” using your mobile number and OTP. 2. Use the “Search” feature to find your details by entering your Aadhaar number, name, or location. |
| Offline Methods: 1. Empanelled Hospitals: Visit the helpdesk at any empanelled public or private hospital and contact the Ayushman Mitra. 2. Common Service Centres (CSC): Visit your nearest CSC (Digital Seva Kendra) with your Aadhaar card and Ration card. 3. Toll-Free Helpline: Call the national helpline at 14555 or 1800-111-565 to verify your eligibility status. |
What to do if your name is found?
| Complete e-KYC Verification This is the most critical step to link your identity with the scheme. You can do this online or in person: Online: Use the Official Beneficiary Portal or the Ayushman App. Log in as a beneficiary, find your name, and click on “Do e-KYC.” You will need to authenticate using Aadhaar OTP, face authentication, or biometrics. Offline: Visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or the Ayushman Helpdesk at any empanelled hospital. Provide your Aadhaar card and Ration card to the Ayushman Mitra (operator), who will scan your documents and perform biometric verification. |
| Wait for Approval After e-KYC, your details are submitted to the state health authority or insurance company for verification. This typically takes anywhere from 30 minutes to a few days. You will receive an SMS notification once your status is updated to “Approved”. |
| Download and Print Your Card -> Once your status shows as “Approved” or “Verified,” you can download the digital Ayushman Card (Golden Card): Via Portal/App: Log back into the NHA Beneficiary Portal and click “Download Card”. Via DigiLocker: You can also fetch and save your card digitally through the DigiLocker app. Physical Copy: While a digital copy is valid, it is recommended to keep a printed PVC or paper copy for easy presentation at hospitals. |
Add Missing Family Members (If Necessary)
| -> If your name is listed but some family members (like a newborn or a new bride) are missing, you can add them: -> Select the “Add Member” option on the portal or app. -> You will need to provide supporting documents such as a Birth Certificate or Marriage Certificate to prove the relationship |
