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. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Launched on **23 January 2021**, the scheme provides medical coverage by enabling free treatment at empanelled government and private hospitals across India. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Pre and post hospital care costs covered. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Coverage for critical illnesses and major surgeries. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Coverage includes OPD/IPD cases when referred. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Reimbursement available in emergency at non-empanelled hospitals. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

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. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

How to Apply / Check Eligibility

• Apply through the official Ayushman Bharat portal or CAPF health system. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Verify using registered mobile number and KYC (Aadhaar or ID). :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Visit Common Service Centres (CSCs) if required. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

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) :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

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. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Exclusions

• Cosmetic treatments not medically required.
• Non-empanelled hospital treatments without emergency referral. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• 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. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Q: Can my family use this card?
Yes, dependents registered under CAPF records are eligible. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}