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UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID)

Uttar Pradesh digital health initiative generating 8+ Crore unique ABHA health accounts and integrating electronic health records across district hospitals.

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Official Nodal Portal:abdm.gov.in
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of India
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Creates a 14-digit Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA ID) for every citizen, enabling seamless digital storage and paperless sharing of lab reports, prescriptions, hospital discharge summaries, and vaccine certificates with doctors across India. Financial assistance is directly disbursed through the Uttar Pradesh state treasury via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and PFMS electronic clearing into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. In addition to core financial allocations, eligible recipients receive departmental support, periodic capacity guidance, and institutional grievance protection under state citizen charter guidelines.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

State Digital Health Infrastructure Implementation Budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Generated over 8.2 Crore verified ABHA Health IDs across Uttar Pradesh (Rank 1 nationally)

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, Child, Senior Citizen
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

All citizens resident in Uttar Pradesh.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory 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)
•1 mandatory document 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 (abdm.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

    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.

  2. 2

    Portal Registration & Onboarding: Navigate to the official portal (abdm.gov.in) or designated facilitation counter. Citizen creates ABHA ID on abdm.gov.in / ABHA App using Aadhaar and mobile OTP.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    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.

  5. 5

    Field Inspection & Departmental Scrutiny: Link ABHA number during hospital registration via scan and share QR codes at OPD counters. Designated authorities review documents and conduct physical verification if mandated by scheme rules.

  6. 6

    Sanction & Fund Release: Doctor uploads consultation notes and digital diagnostic reports to linked ABDM profile. 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; universal citizen health account.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: abdm.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 an ABHA Number?

ABHA is a unique 14-digit digital identification number that establishes a unified digital health record for an individual across healthcare providers.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Does ABHA card creation cost any money?

No, creating an ABHA ID is 100% free of charge online or at any government hospital registration desk.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can patients skip long queues at government hospitals using ABHA?

Yes, patients scan the OPD Scan & Share QR code on the hospital wall using their smartphone to receive instant OPD tokens without standing in physical queues.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID). Conditions: All citizens resident in Uttar Pradesh..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) application status?

Application status for UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) can typically be tracked through the official portal at abdm.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 UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) 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 Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) 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; universal citizen health account.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-18grievance_helpline14555 / 1800-111-565Official Source ↗
2026-10-18implementation_agencyNational Health Authority (NHA), Ministry of HealthOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id150Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) guidelines, eligibility, and state portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online generation at abdm.gov.in and hospital OPD counters

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
👥Generated over 8.2 Crore verified ABHA Health IDs across Uttar Pradesh (Rank 1 nationally) (as of 2026-01-31)
₹State Digital Health Infrastructure Implementation Budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2021
🔄5 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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 ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

150

Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of UP Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM & ABHA ID) gui...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

State Digital Health Mission (ABDM UP), Medical Health Directorate

Swasthya Bhawan, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001

Helpline: 14477

Jurisdiction: State (Uttar Pradesh)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-21 against official government documentation.

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