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Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM)

Centrally sponsored mission allocating ₹64,180 crore to strengthen primary, secondary, and tertiary public healthcare infrastructure.

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

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Establishment of 730 Integrated Public Health Labs (IPHL) in all districts, 602 Critical Care Hospital Blocks (CCHB) in government medical colleges and district hospitals, setting up 5 regional National Centres for Disease Control (NCDC), 20 Metropolitan Surveillance Units, and strengthening over 17,700 rural and 11,024 urban Health and Wellness Centres.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹64,180 Crore total mission outlay through FY 2025-26

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

All citizens accessing primary, secondary, and tertiary public healthcare in India

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:Citizen, Patient, Public health worker, Medical staff
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Universal public health scheme benefiting all citizens seeking medical diagnosis, critical care, and disease surveillance services.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

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 (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•Minimal documentation (Aadhaar / self-declaration)

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 (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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    State Governments formulate State Health Infrastructure Action Plans in line with PM-ABHIM norms.

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    Proposals reviewed and sanctioned by the National Steering Committee at MoHFW.

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    Central grants released directly through Single Nodal Agency (SNA) accounts via PFMS.

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    District administrations and state public works agencies execute civil works for Critical Care Blocks and diagnostic labs.

  5. 5

    Integrated disease surveillance networks and diagnostic services go live for public access.

✅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-matching state co-funding shares or diversion of funds outside approved public health infrastructure components.

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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 Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), initiate your application on the official portal at https://mohfw.gov.in. Verify procedure: State Governments formulate State Health Infrastructure Action Plans in line with PM-ABHIM norms. Confirm all personal and bank details align with departmental records before final submission.
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documentsFor Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), keep clear and legible scanned digital copies of mandatory documents (No individual documents required) ready in PDF or JPEG format within prescribed portal size limits before starting your application on https://mohfw.gov.in.
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common mistakesA frequent cause of rejection under Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) is submitting mismatched personal details between No individual documents required and your Aadhaar record, or providing an unseeded bank account. Verify active NPCI/DBT bank mapper linkage and valid certificate numbers on https://mohfw.gov.in.
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trackingAfter successfully submitting your application for Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), securely save your permanent Application Reference Number (ARN) or digital acknowledgement receipt. Use this reference number on https://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 the primary focus of PM-ABHIM?

PM-ABHIM focuses on developing capacities of health systems and institutions across primary, secondary, and tertiary care levels to respond effectively to current and future pandemics and disasters.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are Critical Care Hospital Blocks (CCHB)?

CCHBs are dedicated hospital wings with 50 to 100 ICU and high-dependency beds, emergency surgical theatres, and oxygen plants established at district hospitals.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How are Integrated Public Health Labs (IPHL) distributed under PM-ABHIM?

One Integrated Public Health Lab is being established in every district across all states to provide comprehensive diagnostic testing for clinical and public health surveillance.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM). Conditions: Universal public health scheme benefiting all citizens seeking medical diagnosis, critical care, and disease surveillance services..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) application status?

Application status for Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) can typically be tracked through the official portal at mohfw.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline at 14555 / 1800-111-565 or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) 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 Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) 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-matching state co-funding shares or diversion of funds outside approved public health infrastructure components.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecssOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-18grievance_helpline14555 / 1800-111-565Official Source ↗
2026-10-18implementation_agencyNational Health Authority (NHA), Ministry of HealthOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-20initial_verificationBaseline verification of PM-ABHIM ₹64,180 Cr mission framework, Critical Care Hospital Blocks, and district diagnostic labs.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Multi-year infrastructure rollout across all States and Union Territories

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceVerified (95%)

Verified 7d ago from official source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥All citizens accessing primary, secondary, and tertiary public healthcare in India (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹64,180 Crore total mission outlay through FY 2025-26 budget allocation
📅Running since 2021
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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Official Source ↗
2026-10-18grievance_helpline

14555 / 1800-111-565

Official Source ↗
2026-10-18implementation_agency

National Health Authority (NHA), Ministry of Health

Official Source ↗
2026-09-20initial_verification

Baseline verification of PM-ABHIM ₹64,180 Cr mission framework, Critical Care Ho...

Official Source ↗
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Schemes You Can Stack With This

Complementary programs with non-conflicting eligibility that you can claim concurrently:

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)₹6,000 (annual)✓ Open to all genders · Overlapping profile match
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U / Housing for All)₹2,50,000 (one-time)✓ Open to all genders · Overlapping profile match
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G)₹1,20,000 (one-time)✓ Open to all genders · Overlapping profile match
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY / Ujjwala 2.0)₹1,600 (one-time)✓ Overlapping profile match

Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

PM-ABHIM National Program Management Unit, MoHFW

Nirman Bhawan, Maulana Azad Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110011

Helpline: 011-23061451

Jurisdiction: National (All-India)

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