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Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK)

Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Mission). Completely free delivery, including caesarean, plus free medicines, tests, blood, food and transport at government hospitals. Who qualifies: All pregnant women and sick infants at government health facilities. Applying is free on nhm.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of Health and Family Welfare (National Health Mission)
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under Free delivery (JSSK)?

Completely free delivery, including caesarean, plus free medicines, tests, blood, food and transport at government hospitals. Sick infants up to one year are also treated free.

Who is eligible for Free delivery (JSSK)?

  • All pregnant women and sick infants at government health facilities.

Documents needed for Free delivery (JSSK)

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

How to apply for Free delivery (JSSK)

  1. Go to any government hospital. No application is needed; call 102 or 108 for free ambulance transport.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Free delivery (JSSK)?

All pregnant women and sick infants at government health facilities.

How much do I get under Free delivery (JSSK)?

Completely free delivery, including caesarean, plus free medicines, tests, blood, food and transport at government hospitals. Sick infants up to one year are also treated free.

What documents do I need for Free delivery (JSSK)?

Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).

How do I apply for Free delivery (JSSK)?

Go to any government hospital. No application is needed; call 102 or 108 for free ambulance transport. Official site: https://nhm.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Free delivery (JSSK)?

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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