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Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid

Direct financial assistance up to ₹3,00,000 for low-income patients requiring life-saving treatments, heart surgeries, and transplants in Assam.

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Official Nodal Portal:nhm.assam.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Max age 100 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹3,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Assam
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Assam
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides direct non-repayable medical grants up to ₹3,00,000 per patient for undergoing complex, life-saving tertiary medical and surgical treatments. The assistance covers major medical interventions not fully funded under routine schemes, such as open heart surgeries, bone marrow transplants, kidney transplants, liver resections, brain and spinal surgeries, complex orthopedic implants, and advanced cancer chemotherapy/radiotherapy. Treatments can be availed at government medical college hospitals in Assam as well as empanelled premier institutions across India (such as AIIMS New Delhi, Tata Memorial Hospital Mumbai, and Christian Medical College Vellore).

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹50 Crore annual corpus supported by Government of Assam and donations

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 14,000 critically ill patients supported with life-saving interventions in Assam

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:Maximum 100 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹3,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:all
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a permanent resident of Assam suffering from one of the notified life-threatening critical illnesses. Family annual income must not exceed ₹3,00,000.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(5)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•100% digital online application process
•5 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (nhm.assam.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Obtain the Assam Arogya Nidhi application form from the Joint Director of Health Services (JDHS) office in the district or download it from nhm.assam.gov.in.

  2. 2

    Have the treating specialist physician/surgeon at the government hospital complete the diagnostic estimate and medical protocol sheet.

  3. 3

    Attach Assam domicile certificate, income certificate (family income under ₹3 Lakh/year), Aadhaar card, and medical cost estimate.

  4. 4

    Submit the complete dossier to the Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM) Assam.

  5. 5

    The State Level Screening Committee examines the case and sanctions the approved financial grant.

  6. 6

    Funds are released directly to the treating empanelled hospital towards the patient medical treatment account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Annual family income exceeding ₹3 Lakh, treatment sought for non-notified elective procedures, or receiving duplicate reimbursement from commercial insurance.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Is the grant paid to the patient directly in cash?

No, financial grants are transferred electronically directly to the treating empanelled hospital to ensure funds are utilized exclusively for medical care.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can treatments be availed outside Assam?

Yes, referrals to empanelled institutions like Tata Memorial Hospital, AIIMS New Delhi, and CMC Vellore are permitted when advanced care is unavailable locally.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can children suffering from congenital heart disease apply?

Yes, pediatric cardiac defects, childhood cancers, and congenital anomalies requiring surgical correction are covered on high priority.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid. Age: max 100 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹3,00,000. Conditions: Must be a permanent resident of Assam suffering from one of the notified life-threatening critical illnesses. Family annual income must not exceed ₹3,.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid application status?

Application status for Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid can typically be tracked through the official portal at nhm.assam.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Annual family income exceeding ₹3 Lakh, treatment sought for non-notified elective procedures, or receiving duplicate reimbursement from commercial insurance.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id263Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous application processing open year-round for critical illness emergencies

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 14,000 critically ill patients supported with life-saving interventions in Assam (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹50 Crore annual corpus supported by Government of Assam and donations budget allocation
📅Running since 2012
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

263

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Assam Arogya Nidhi (AAN) Critical Illness Financial Aid...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

National Health Mission (NHM), Assam

Saikia Commercial Complex, Sri Nagar Path, Christian Basti, GS Road, Guwahati, Assam 781005

Helpline: 0361-2340236

Jurisdiction: State (Assam)

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