Your Ayushman card status tells you whether your family is covered under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, which gives eligible families health cover of up to ₹5 lakh per year for hospital treatment. This guide explains how to check your Ayushman card status and eligibility, and how to download your Ayushman card online. You can check on the official portal pmjay.gov.in, or if that site is not opening, use the beneficiary portal beneficiary.nha.gov.in instead.
How to check your Ayushman card status and eligibility
- Visit the official PM-JAY portal pmjay.gov.in (or the working alternative beneficiary.nha.gov.in) and click Am I Eligible.
- Enter your mobile number and the OTP you receive.
- Search by your state and then by ration card number, mobile number, or name.
- If your family is covered, your name appears in the beneficiary list.
How to download your Ayushman card
- Open the beneficiary portal beneficiary.nha.gov.in or the Ayushman app.
- Choose the Beneficiary login, enter your mobile number and the OTP.
- Select your state and the PMJAY scheme, then search for your record.
- If the status shows e-KYC pending, complete Aadhaar OTP e-KYC.
- Once approved, click the download icon to save your Ayushman card as a PDF.
[Add screenshot: beneficiary.nha.gov.in card download screen]
Common problems and how to fix them
- Name not in the list — your family may not be in the SECC eligibility data; verify at a nearby Ayushman Mitra or CSC.
- e-KYC pending — complete Aadhaar OTP e-KYC on the beneficiary portal.
- Mobile not linked to Aadhaar — get your mobile number updated at an Aadhaar centre first.
Also see our guides on Ayushman card download and the Ayushman hospital list.
Who is eligible for the Ayushman card
PM-JAY covers families identified as deprived under the SECC 2011 data and several occupational categories, plus groups added by many states under their own extension of the scheme. There is no age limit and family size is not capped. The quickest way to check your Ayushman card status and know if you qualify is the Am I Eligible check described above.
Other ways to check and get help
- Ayushman app — install the official Ayushman app to check eligibility, complete e-KYC and download your card.
- PM-JAY helpline — call the toll-free number 14555 (or 1800-111-565) for help with eligibility and card issues.
- Ayushman Mitra / CSC — visit an empanelled hospital’s Ayushman Mitra desk or a CSC with your Aadhaar and ration card for in-person help.
Check your Ayushman card status again if your family details change. Once your card is downloaded, keep a printout in your wallet and a soft copy on your phone so you can show it at any empanelled hospital when you need cashless treatment.
Ayushman card validity and how to use it
Your Ayushman card status stays active as long as your family remains eligible, so there is no yearly renewal. To use it, carry the card (a printout or the soft copy on your phone) to any empanelled hospital and show it at the Ayushman Mitra desk before admission. The hospital verifies your identity and provides cashless treatment of up to ₹5 lakh per family per year across the listed medical and surgical packages. Keep the mobile number in your record active, because hospitals and the helpline use it to reach you about your treatment and claim.
Frequently asked questions
Can I download the Ayushman card without a mobile number?
You need an Aadhaar-linked mobile number to receive the OTP for login and e-KYC. If your mobile is not linked, visit an Ayushman Mitra or CSC to complete the process.
Is the Ayushman card free to make and download?
Yes. Checking your Ayushman card status and downloading the Ayushman card on the official portals is completely free. Do not pay any agent for it.
How do I find hospitals that accept the Ayushman card?
Use the hospital search on pmjay.gov.in or read our Ayushman hospital list guide to find empanelled hospitals in your state.
Disclaimer: PMYojanaUpdates.com is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with any government body. Always use the official portal pmjay.gov.in and beneficiary.nha.gov.in for the latest status and downloads.