About this health scheme
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India has announced the scheme for incentives for nutritional support to TB patients. This scheme will be called “Nikshay Poshan Yojana”.
The "Nikshay Poshan Yojana", launched in 2018 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, provides financial assistance of Rs. 1,000/- per month to each notified tuberculosis (TB) patient for nutritional support. All TB patients notified on or after 1st April 2018 and registered on the NIKSHAY portal are eligible. The scheme aims to improve treatment outcomes by addressing malnutrition and supporting patients throughout their treatment.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Nikshay Poshan Yojana (NIKSHAY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare |
| Department | Department of Health and Family Welfare |
| Launch year | 2018 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | nikshay.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Age | No lower limit to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Who qualifies
- All patients with tuberculosis (TB) who are notified to the government on or after April 1, 2018, including those who are already being treated for TB, are eligible for financial incentives.
- To be eligible for the incentives, patients must be registered or notified on the NIKSHAY portal.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Submission of Bank Account Details:
Step 1: Patient need to submit his/her Aadhaar-linked savings bank account to TB health provider.
Step 2: Supporting documents like a Aadhaar number, passbook, canceled cheque, or bank statement must be collected.
Step 3: If Patient don't have a bank account:
- Open a new account (e.g., via Jan Dhan Yojana/India Post Payments Bank).
- Alternatively, Patient may nominate a family member’s account with a written consent (standard format available in the manual).
Registration in Nikshay:
Step 1: Patient bank details will be entered by the TB health staff into the Nikshay system.
Step 2: Ensure Patient account is unique—no two beneficiaries can use the same bank account.
Step 3: Nikshay will automatically send the bank details to PFMS for validation.
Bank Account Validation via PFMS:
- Once validated:
- A PFMS Beneficiary ID is assigned.
- Patient status in Nikshay changes to “Validated”.
- If rejected:
- Patient will receive an SMS asking his/her to contact the health staff to correct the bank details.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Apr 2018 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to receive the DBT benefit under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
Any TB patient notified in the Nikshay portal on or after 1st April 2018, whether treated in the public or private sector, is eligible. Pediatric patients are also eligible.
What benefit will I receive under the scheme?
Rs. 1,000 under this scheme.
What documents are required to receive the benefit?
- A copy of your bank passbook, canceled cheque, or bank statement
- Aadhaar card (if available, but not mandatory)
- If using a family member’s bank account, a written consent form is required.
Can I receive the benefit if I don’t have a bank account?
Yes, but you must open a savings bank account, preferably Aadhaar-linked. Health workers can help you open an account under schemes like Jan Dhan Yojana.
How will I receive the payment?
Once your bank account is validated by PFMS (Public Financial Management System), the amount is directly credited to your account. You’ll also get an SMS confirmation.
How can I check if my bank details are validated?
Your health provider or treatment supporter can check the validation status in Nikshay. If your account is rejected, they will assist you in correcting it.
What happens if I move to another district during treatment?
Your benefits will be transferred to the new district. The current district TB unit will continue processing your payments based on your updated location in Nikshay.
Can I opt out of receiving the benefit?
Yes. If you do not wish to receive the DBT benefit, you must submit a written declaration. Your record in Nikshay will be marked as “Forego Benefits.”
What should I do if I haven’t received the payment?
- Contact your healthcare provider or treatment supporter
- Call the national helpline: 1800-11-6666
- Check if your bank details are validated and benefit status is approved in Nikshay
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines tbcindia.mohfw.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Website www.nikshay.in
- State TB Officer Directory reports.nikshay.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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