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Free Medical Assistance (Gujarat)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments to Scheduled Tribe individuals. Through this scheme, monetary aid is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals suffering from various diseases and for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial assistance is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals for medical treatment. The revised rates, effective from April 1, 2024, are as follows: | S. No.Name Of DiseaseCurrent rate of assistanceProposed Rate of AssistanceA Type:1In Serve Cases Of Labour₹500/- per case₹2,000/- per case2For Female Genital Mutilation₹150/- per case₹2,000/- per case3Decay₹500/- every month until the pain is gone₹2,000/- every month until the pain subsides4Leprosy₹800/- per month until the pain is gone₹2,000/- every month until the pain subsidesB Type:1CancerUntil then, ₹1,000/- per month will cure the pain.₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides2For AIDS₹1,000/- every month until the pain subsides₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides3Sickle cell anaemia₹500/- every month until the pain is gone₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides4Thalassemia₹500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved.₹2,500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved.> Mode of Disbursement: The financial assistance will be disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). For HIV/AIDS patients, the payment will be made by cheque. | Frequency of Disbursement: Monthly until the patient recovers from tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia. Per case for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women. | Validity: The assistance is provided until the patient recovers from specified diseases.

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to Gujarat.; The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.; The applicant's family income must be less than or equal to ₹6,00,000/-.; For HIV/AIDS patients, the annual income limit is ₹27,000/- for rural areas and ₹35,000/- for urban areas.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the primary goal of this scheme, and what kind of assistance does it aim to provide to beneficiaries?

This scheme aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments. It offers aid to individuals suffering from specific diseases and certain medical conditions.

What is the geographic scope of this scheme, specifying the area where it applies to beneficiaries?

This scheme applies across the entire state of Gujarat, benefiting eligible individuals throughout the region.

For which specific types of diseases or medical conditions can beneficiaries seek assistance under this scheme?

Beneficiaries can seek assistance for diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, HIV/AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia. It also covers serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.

Are serious maternity cases and anaemia in women specifically covered categories under the assistance provided by this scheme?

Yes, serious maternity cases and anaemia in women are covered under the assistance provided by this scheme.

How is the financial assistance generally disbursed to beneficiaries, and what is the primary method used for payment?

The financial assistance is generally disbursed through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method, ensuring direct transfer to the beneficiary's account.

Is there a different mode of disbursement for beneficiaries suffering from HIV/AIDS compared to other eligible conditions?

Yes, for beneficiaries suffering from HIV/AIDS, the financial payment will be made by cheque, differing from the usual DBT method.

What is the fundamental tribal category requirement that an applicant must meet to be considered for benefits under this scheme?

The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe to be considered for benefits under this scheme.

Does this scheme apply to all families, or are there specific familial criteria for eligibility?

Yes, this scheme applies to all families, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.

Is there an income limit for a family to be eligible for benefits under this scheme, and if so, what is the specified threshold?

Yes, there is a family income limit of ₹6,00,000/- for eligibility under this scheme.

Is any specific medical document required from a government hospital to prove eligibility for this scheme's benefits?

Yes, the applicant will have to submit a certificate from a government hospital to avail of the benefit, proving their illness.