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National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP)

Central sector scheme establishing an apex national organ sharing network, state organ and tissue transplant organisations (SOTTOs), and financial assistance for post-transplant immunosuppressants.

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Official Nodal Portal:notto.mohfw.gov.in
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Health and Family Welfare
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Centralized registry and fair allocation system for deceased donor organs (kidney, liver, heart, lungs) managed by NOTTO. Financial assistance for procurement and post-transplant immunosuppressive medication (up to ₹10,000 per month for BPL transplant recipients). Funding for retrieval centers, bio-material storage centers, and donor family grief counseling.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Central Sector Scheme under Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 16,000 solid organ transplants facilitated annually across Indian transplant centers

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:all
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Patients with end-stage organ failure certified by a registered transplant center; citizens aged 18+ pledging organs.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(2)

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.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•2 mandatory document required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (notto.mohfw.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.
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    Patients requiring organ transplantation register through their treating transplant hospital onto the National NOTTO Waitlist Portal.

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    Hospital uploads medical records, cross-match reports, and statutory Form 18 clearance.

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    When deceased donor organ becomes available, allocation algorithm matches recipient based on seniority, severity score, and HLA compatibility.

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    BPL recipients apply to the State Nodal Officer (SOTTO) for immunosuppressive medication subsidy.

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    Living citizens can pledge organ donation online generating an official digital Donor Card.

✅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

Commercial trade of organs (strictly prohibited under THOA 1994) or lack of authorization committee approval.

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Verified Guidance

Expert Application Tips & Practical Advice

Field-tested recommendations from administrative grievance circulars to avoid rejections and processing stalls.

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processTo apply for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP), initiate your application on the official portal at https://notto.mohfw.gov.in/. Verify procedure: Patients requiring organ transplantation register through their treating transplant hospital onto the National NOTTO Waitlist Portal. Confirm all personal and bank details align with departmental records before final submission.
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documentsFor National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP), keep clear and legible scanned digital copies of mandatory documents (Aadhaar Card, Medical Evaluation & Transplant Recommendation) ready in PDF or JPEG format within prescribed portal size limits before starting your application on https://notto.mohfw.gov.in/.
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common mistakesA frequent cause of rejection under National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP) is submitting mismatched personal details between Aadhaar Card and your Aadhaar record, or providing an unseeded bank account. Verify active NPCI/DBT bank mapper linkage and valid certificate numbers on https://notto.mohfw.gov.in/.
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trackingAfter successfully submitting your application for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP), securely save your permanent Application Reference Number (ARN) or digital acknowledgement receipt. Use this reference number on https://notto.mohfw.gov.in/ to track scrutiny, verification, and sanction milestones.

Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

What is NOTTO?

The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) is the apex national networking organisation responsible for coordinating deceased organ retrieval and equitable allocation across India.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can an individual pledge organ donation online?

Yes, citizens can pledge their organs (eyes, kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, pancreas) online via the NOTTO portal and instantly download their official digital Donor Card.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is there any registration fee on the national waitlist?

No, registration on the national waitlist for organ allocation is completely free of charge.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP). Conditions: Patients with end-stage organ failure certified by a registered transplant center; citizens aged 18+ pledging organs..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP) application status?

Application status for National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP) can typically be tracked through the official portal at notto.mohfw.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 National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP) 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 National Organ Transplant Program (NOTP) 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

Commercial trade of organs (strictly prohibited under THOA 1994) or lack of authorization committee approval.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of NOTP national deceased donor organ allocation rules, immunosuppressive drug assistance, and NOTTO portal registry.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous waitlist registration and online organ pledge

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 16,000 solid organ transplants facilitated annually across Indian transplant centers (as of 2026-01-31)
₹Central Sector Scheme under Ministry of Health & Family Welfare budget allocation
📅Running since 2014
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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2026-09-21initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO)

4th Floor, NIOP Building, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, Delhi 110029

Helpline: 1800-11-4770

Jurisdiction: National (All-India)

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