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Ayushman Vay Vandana card (PM-JAY for everyone aged 70 and above)

Ayushman Vay Vandana card (PM-JAY for everyone aged 70 and above) is a central government scheme run by the National Health Authority. Free hospital treatment up to ₹5 lakh a year for every senior citizen aged 70 or more, whatever the income. Who qualifies: Everyone aged 70 or above, regardless of income. Applying is free on beneficiary.nha.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byNational Health Authority
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under Ayushman 70+ card?

Free hospital treatment up to ₹5 lakh a year for every senior citizen aged 70 or more, whatever the income. Families already on PM-JAY get an extra ₹5 lakh top-up shared by members aged 70+.

Who is eligible for Ayushman 70+ card?

  • Everyone aged 70 or above, regardless of income.
  • Those on CGHS, ECHS or CAPF health schemes can choose between that and this.

Documents needed for Ayushman 70+ card

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Ayushman 70+ card

  1. Enrol in the Ayushman app or at beneficiary.nha.gov.in with Aadhaar e-KYC.
  2. Or visit an empanelled hospital or CSC.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Ayushman 70+ card?

Everyone aged 70 or above, regardless of income. Those on CGHS, ECHS or CAPF health schemes can choose between that and this.

How much do I get under Ayushman 70+ card?

Free hospital treatment up to ₹5 lakh a year for every senior citizen aged 70 or more, whatever the income. Families already on PM-JAY get an extra ₹5 lakh top-up shared by members aged 70+.

What documents do I need for Ayushman 70+ card?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Mobile number for OTP.

How do I apply for Ayushman 70+ card?

Enrol in the Ayushman app or at beneficiary.nha.gov.in with Aadhaar e-KYC. Or visit an empanelled hospital or CSC. Official site: https://beneficiary.nha.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Ayushman 70+ card?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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