To apply for an Ayushman Bharat Card online in 2025, follow these steps:
- Visit the official PMJAY website (pmjay.gov.in) or the beneficiary portal (beneficiary.nha.gov.in).
- Click on the "Am I Eligible" or "Beneficiary" option to start the process.
- Log in using your mobile number, captcha code, and OTP received on your registered phone.
- Select your state, district, and scheme as "PMJAY".
- Under "Search By," choose "Aadhaar Number" and enter your Aadhaar number.
- Check the list of family members and the status of their Ayushman cards.
- If the card status is "Not-Generated," click on "Apply Now" for the respective member.
- Complete e-KYC by authenticating with Aadhaar OTP and mobile OTP.
- Enter additional required information like mobile numbers and family details.
- Submit the application, and after approval, you can download the Ayushman Bharat card from the portal.
No documents are needed initially for registration except your Aadhaar for authentication. For senior citizens (above 70 years), there is a special enrollment process on the website. The card provides health insurance coverage up to ₹5 lakh per family annually for secondary and tertiary care at empaneled hospitals. This process allows applying from home and downloading the digital card after approval, easing access to government healthcare benefits under the scheme.
