What do you get under Nikshay Poshan?
₹1,000 a month for every TB patient for the whole treatment period, paid to the bank account, to help with food. Treatment and medicines for TB are free.
Who is eligible for Nikshay Poshan?
- Every TB patient notified on the Ni-kshay portal, in a government or private facility.
- No income limit.
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- Your doctor or health worker must notify your TB case on Ni-kshay with your bank details.
Documents needed for Nikshay Poshan
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How to apply for Nikshay Poshan
- When TB is diagnosed, give your Aadhaar and bank details to the treating doctor, TB health visitor or ASHA. They enter them on Ni-kshay.
- The money is paid by DBT as treatment continues.
How to check Nikshay Poshan status
- Ask your TB health visitor or the district TB officer for the payment status on Ni-kshay, or check your bank SMS and passbook.
- Call the Ni-kshay Sampark helpline 1800-11-6666 for help.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Nikshay Poshan?
Every TB patient notified on the Ni-kshay portal, in a government or private facility. No income limit.
How much do I get under Nikshay Poshan?
₹1,000 a month for every TB patient for the whole treatment period, paid to the bank account, to help with food. Treatment and medicines for TB are free.
What documents do I need for Nikshay Poshan?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Nikshay Poshan?
When TB is diagnosed, give your Aadhaar and bank details to the treating doctor, TB health visitor or ASHA. They enter them on Ni-kshay. The money is paid by DBT as treatment continues. Official site: https://nikshay.in/
How do I check Nikshay Poshan status?
Ask your TB health visitor or the district TB officer for the payment status on Ni-kshay, or check your bank SMS and passbook. Call the Ni-kshay Sampark helpline 1800-11-6666 for help.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Nikshay Poshan?
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.
How much is Nikshay Poshan Yojana now?
Since November 2024 it is ₹1,000 a month for the whole treatment period (it was ₹500 earlier).
My Nikshay Poshan money has not come. What do I do?
Check that your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded and that the details on Ni-kshay are right. Ask your TB health visitor or call 1800-11-6666.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 1 May 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.