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Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme

Universal cashless hospitalization coverage up to ₹10 Lakh per family per year covering 1,672 medical packages in empaneled hospitals in Telangana.

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Official Nodal Portal:aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

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

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Flagship healthcare assurance scheme providing comprehensive cashless hospitalization coverage of up to ₹10,00,000 (₹10 Lakh) per family per year in Telangana across 1,672 medical and surgical procedures. Delivered across 1,100+ empaneled government and private tertiary care network hospitals in Telangana and major metropolitan centers. Covers all major critical ailments including cardiac surgeries, oncology (cancer chemotherapy/radiotherapy/surgeries), neurosurgery, organ transplantation, poly-trauma, and pediatric intensive care. Discharged patients also receive free follow-up consultations and prescribed medicines.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹2,500 Crore annual budgetary outlay under Aarogyasri Health Care Trust

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 90 Lakh families (approx 2.8 Crore citizens) covered across Telangana

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

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

Resident family of Telangana possessing an active Food Security Card (BPL Ration Card) issued by the Civil Supplies Department. Coverage is family floater basis covering parents, spouse, and dependent children.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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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
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Specific occupational / categorical conditions apply

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

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (aarogyasri.telangana.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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    Families holding active Food Security Cards (Ration cards) in Telangana are automatically enrolled.

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    Visit any empaneled government or private network hospital with Food Security Card and patient's Aadhaar card.

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    Aarogyamithra stationed at the hospital helpdesk performs biometric e-KYC and electronic registration.

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    Medical coordinator submits electronic pre-authorization request to Aarogyasri Trust.

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    Pre-authorization approved within 12 hours; treatment is delivered completely cashless with zero out-of-pocket payment.

✅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-possession of Food Security Card, treatment in non-empaneled hospitals without emergency referral, or covered under employee health schemes (EHS).

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: aarogyasri.telangana.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.

What is the enhanced coverage limit under Aarogyasri?

The annual cashless coverage limit was enhanced to ₹10,00,000 (ten lakh rupees) per family per year, providing complete relief for major catastrophic illnesses.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are cancer treatments and surgeries covered?

Yes, surgical oncology, medical oncology (chemotherapy), radiation therapy, and post-operative medications are 100% cashless under the scheme.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can a patient choose any private empaneled hospital?

Yes, patients have full freedom to seek treatment in any empaneled government hospital or empaneled private multi-specialty hospital across Telangana.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme. Conditions: Resident family of Telangana possessing an active Food Security Card (BPL Ration Card) issued by the Civil Supplies Department. Coverage is family flo.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme application status?

Application status for Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme can typically be tracked through the official portal at aarogyasri.telangana.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 Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme 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 Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme 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-possession of Food Security Card, treatment in non-empaneled hospitals without emergency referral, or covered under employee health schemes (EHS).

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id198Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous access at network hospitals across Telangana

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 90 Lakh families (approx 2.8 Crore citizens) covered across Telangana (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹2,500 Crore annual budgetary outlay under Aarogyasri Health Care Trust budget allocation
📅Running since 2014
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

198

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2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Telangana Aarogyasri Cashless Hospitalization Scheme gu...

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Aarogyasri Health Care Trust, Government of Telangana

D.No. 8-2-293/82a/ahct, Road No. 46, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 500033

Helpline: 104 / 1800-599-4455

Jurisdiction: State (Telangana)

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