Ayushman Bharat – CAPF

About Ayushman Bharat – CAPF

Ayushman CAPF is a cashless and paperless health insurance scheme* for serving Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel and their dependent families under the Ayushman Bharat initiative.

Launched on 23 January 2021, the scheme provides medical coverage by enabling free treatment at empanelled government and private hospitals across India. It is implemented by the National Health Authority (NHA) in partnership with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and CAPF authorities.

About NHA

National Health Authority (NHA) Is The Apex Body Responsible For Implementing India’s Flagship Public Health Insurance/Assurance Scheme Called “Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana” & Has Been Entrusted With The Role Of Designing Strategy, Building Technological Infrastructure And Implementation Of “Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission” To Create A National Digital Health Eco-System. NHA Is Leading The Implementation For Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) In Coordination With Different Ministries/Departments Of The Government Of India, State Governments, And Private Sector/Civil Society Organizations.

Benefits of Ayushman Bharat – CAPF

• Cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals across India.
• Pre and post hospital care costs covered.
• Coverage for critical illnesses and major surgeries.
• Coverage includes OPD/IPD cases when referred.
• Reimbursement available in emergency at non-empanelled hospitals.

Eligibility Criteria (Rural & Urban)

Eligible beneficiaries include **serving CAPF personnel and their dependents** from forces such as Assam Rifles, BSF, SSB, CRPF, CISF, NSG and ITBP, regardless of whether they live in rural or urban areas.

How to Apply / Check Eligibility

• Apply through the official Ayushman Bharat portal or CAPF health system.
• Verify using registered mobile number and KYC (Aadhaar or ID).
• Visit Common Service Centres (CSCs) if required.

Documents Required

1. Ayushman CAPF Health Card
2. Force ID Card
3. Aadhaar Card or Government-approved photo ID
4. Dependent Proof (if applicable)
5. Referral slip from empanelled hospital (for planned treatment)

Application Process (Offline & Online)

Online: Register on the PM-JAY/Ayushman portal, complete eKYC and download the Ayushman CAPF card.

Offline: Visit your unit health desk or the nearest empanelled hospital to verify documents and activate your card for cashless treatment.

Exclusions

• Cosmetic treatments not medically required.
• Non-empanelled hospital treatments without emergency referral.
• Treatments outside the approved package list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does card activation take?
Activation usually takes **7–15 days** at empanelled hospitals.

Q: Can my family use this card?
Yes, dependents registered under CAPF records are eligible.