Delhi Arogya Kosh

The Delhi Arogya Kosh Scheme is an initiative by the Government of Delhi to provide financial assistance to eligible residents for medical treatments and diagnostic tests. The scheme aims to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for the residents of Delhi, particularly those with low income.

🌟 Benefits:

• Financial Assistance: Get up to ₹5 Lakh for medical treatment or diagnostic tests at government hospitals or authorized institutions.
• Coverage for Diagnostic Tests: Includes Ultrasound, Doppler Studies, Mammography, EEG, EMG, TMT, and ECHO from DGEHS empanelled diagnostic centers.
• Comprehensive Support: The financial assistance covers tests and treatments for a variety of illnesses at Delhi Government hospitals or Central Government hospitals.

💡 Eligibility:

• Resident of Delhi: You must have been a bonafide resident of Delhi for at least the last 3 years.
• Income Limit: The annual family income must be up to ₹3 Lakh.
• Treatment Requirement: The treatment must be in a government-run hospital or an empanelled institution (Delhi Government/ Central Government/ Autonomous Hospitals).

📋 Application Process:

You can apply online by following these steps:

1. Download the Application Form: Visit the official website to get the form.
2. Check Empanelled Hospitals: Ensure that your hospital is on the list of empanelled institutions.
3. Fill Out the Application: Complete the application form with the necessary details.
4. Document Submission: Submit the required documents, including income proof and domicile certificate, through the concerned hospital.
5. Approval Process: The hospital sends the application to the Director General of Health Services (DGHS), which will review and approve it. Financial assistance is then sanctioned.
6. Final Step: Once approved, the sanctioned amount is transferred to the hospital for your treatment. You will be informed by speed post and phone (if available).

📄 Documents Required:

• Income Proof:
  • National Food Security Card (for income below ₹1 Lakh)
  • Income Certificate (for income up to ₹3 Lakh)
• Domicile Proof (for the last 3 years):
  • Voter ID, Aadhar Card, Ration Card, Passport, or any similar document
• For Minors:
  • Birth Certificate of the patient
  • Domicile proof of either parent (any of the above-mentioned documents)