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UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport)

Uttar Pradesh dedicated maternal transport fleet deploying 2,270 free ambulances transporting pregnant women and sick neonates to institutional delivery centres.

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Official Nodal Portal:up-health.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Any age💰 No income ceiling♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of India
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Operates 2,270 dedicated maternal and neonatal ambulances providing 100% free transportation for pregnant women to healthcare centres for institutional delivery, free drop-back to home post delivery, and free emergency transit for sick newborns up to 1 year of age under Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK).

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹550 Crore annual operational outlay under NHM Janani Suraksha

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Transported over 1.8 Crore pregnant women and infants for institutional deliveries in UP

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:Pregnant Woman, Lactating Mother, Neonate, Infant
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Pregnant women requiring delivery transit and infants up to 1 year of age requiring medical care in Uttar Pradesh.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport). 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

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Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•Minimal documentation (Aadhaar / self-declaration)

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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    Eligibility & Prerequisite Verification: Verify specific eligibility criteria, income ceilings, and category qualifications as notified in the official guidelines. Ensure the applicant's mobile number is linked with Aadhaar and an active bank account.

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    Portal Registration & Onboarding: Navigate to the official portal (up-health.in) or designated facilitation counter. ASHA worker or family dials toll-free number 102 when labour starts or child is ill.

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    Application Form Submission: Complete the online application form with accurate demographic, socioeconomic, educational, and bank account details (IFSC and account number).

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    Mandatory Document Upload: Upload self-attested scanned copies of required documents including Aadhaar card, residence/domicile certificate, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photographs.

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    Field Inspection & Departmental Scrutiny: Ambulance dispatched immediately to expectant mothers doorstep. Designated authorities review documents and conduct physical verification if mandated by scheme rules.

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    Sanction & Fund Release: Safe transit to Community Health Centre (CHC) or District Women Hospital. Disbursement is routed securely via DBT through PFMS directly to the approved beneficiary.

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    Tracking & Grievance Redressal: Applicants can track their application progress using the generated reference/application ID on the portal. In case of discrepancies or delays, grievances can be lodged via the official departmental helpline or CM/CPGRAMS grievance portal.

✅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-applicable.

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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 toll-free number for pregnant women to call an ambulance in UP?

Expectant mothers and their families should call toll-free number 102.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is free transportation back to home included after delivery?

Yes, guaranteed drop-back home 48 hours after normal delivery is 100% free of charge.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are sick newborn babies covered?

Yes, emergency transportation for all sick infants up to 1 year of age is provided to Sick Newborn Care Units (SNCU).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport). Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Pregnant women requiring delivery transit and infants up to 1 year of age requiring medical care in Uttar Pradesh..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport) application status?

Application status for UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport) can typically be tracked through the official portal at up-health.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 UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport) 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 UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport) 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-applicable.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id150Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Transport) guidelines, eligibility, and state portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

24x7 maternal and infant emergency transport across all 75 districts

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 28d ago from official source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Transported over 1.8 Crore pregnant women and infants for institutional deliveries in UP (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹550 Crore annual operational outlay under NHM Janani Suraksha budget allocation
📅Running since 2014
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

150

Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of UP 102 National Ambulance Service (Maternal & Child Tra...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

State Maternal Transport Command Centre, NHM UP

State Health Society, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226010

Helpline: 102

Jurisdiction: State (Uttar Pradesh)

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