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Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland)

Universal health assurance scheme providing ₹20,00,000 cashless tertiary cover for state government employees/pensioners and ₹5,00,000 cashless cover for all general resident families in Nagaland.

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Official Nodal Portal:cmhis.nagaland.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Max age 100 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Nagaland
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Nagaland
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

100% cashless hospitalization up to ₹5,00,000 per family per year for general citizens (and up to ₹20,00,000 for government employees) across 1,900+ empanelled government and private tertiary hospitals across India.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹120 Crore under Department of Health & Family Welfare, Nagaland

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 3.5 Lakh families enrolled across all 16 districts

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

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:Maximum 100 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:citizen, farmer, government employee, unorganized worker
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

Check off as ready

Supporting / Optional Documents(1)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (cmhis.nagaland.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

    Family registers on CMHIS portal (cmhis.nagaland.gov.in) or at nearest CSC / District Hospital kiosk.

  2. 2

    Verification of Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate / Ration Card and biometric Aadhaar.

  3. 3

    Instant generation of CMHIS Golden Card.

  4. 4

    Show card at hospital Arogya Mitra helpdesk for cashless admission.

✅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

Non-residents of Nagaland, or individuals holding duplicate coverage under central armed forces health schemes.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: cmhis.nagaland.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Can patients be treated in hospitals outside Nagaland?

Yes, empanelled premier hospitals in Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai provide cashless treatment on referral.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are pre-existing diseases covered?

Yes, all pre-existing chronic conditions, cancer therapies, and renal dialyses are covered from day one.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the card generation fee?

Card generation is completely free of charge at all government hospital kiosks and administrative camps.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) application status?

Application status for Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) can typically be tracked through the official portal at cmhis.nagaland.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 Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) 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 Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) 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

Non-residents of Nagaland, or individuals holding duplicate coverage under central armed forces health schemes.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id318Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagaland) from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online and district facilitation desk intake

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 3.5 Lakh families enrolled across all 16 districts (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹120 Crore under Department of Health & Family Welfare, Nagaland budget allocation
📅Running since 2022
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

318

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagalan...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS Nagalan...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Nagaland Health Protection Society (NHPS)

Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Kohima 797001

Helpline: 0370-2270565

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Nagaland)

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Verification Metadata

Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-28 against official government documentation.

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