Applying for the Mukhyamantri Sehat Card in Punjab, along with its eligibility criteria.
The Punjab government has officially launched the Mukhyamantri Sehat Card under the Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana, a scheme that promises to provide free, cashless medical treatment to approximately 3 crore residents of the state. The scheme is set to be implemented from October 2, 2025.
The Mukhyamantri Sehat Card offers a health cover of up to ₹10 lakh per family per year, aiming to provide comprehensive health coverage to all 65 lakh families residing in Punjab, irrespective of their income or location. This includes government employees, pensioners, farmers, daily wage workers, and other economically vulnerable groups.
Existing beneficiaries of the Central Government’s Ayushman Bharat scheme will also receive an additional ₹5 lakh top-up, increasing their total coverage to ₹10 lakh annually.
The application process for the Mukhyamantri Sehat Card will commence from October 2025, with the government organising registration camps across Punjab to help citizens apply and receive their digital health cards. Eligible families will receive a digital Mukhyamantri Sehat Card that can be used for cashless treatment in both government and empaneled private hospitals in Punjab.
To apply for the Mukhyamantri Sehat Card, applicants will need to provide proof of Punjab residence and identity proof. Common documents likely required include an Aadhaar Card or any valid identity card, and proof of residence such as a ration card, voter ID, or an electricity bill. Family details/documentation will also be required to establish family members.
The Mukhyamantri Sehat Card covers more than 2,000 medical treatments, including serious procedures such as heart surgeries, cancer care, and organ transplants. The digital health cards enable seamless, cashless medical care across public and private sectors.
The scheme has a budget allocation of ₹778 crore for the 2025-26 financial year, reflecting the government’s strong commitment to ensuring accessible and affordable healthcare for all Punjab residents.
In summary, any permanent resident family of Punjab can apply for the Mukhyamantri Sehat Card from October 2, 2025, by attending registration camps or government facilitation centres with proof of identity and residence. The card provides comprehensive health coverage up to ₹10 lakh per year on a cashless basis at government and empanelled private hospitals statewide.
The Mukhyamantri Sehat Card, part of the health-and-wellness sector, includes coverage for over 2,000 medical conditions, such as heart surgeries, cancer care, and organ transplants, under the Mukhyamantri Sehat Yojana launched by the Punjab government. This science-backed initiative aims to offer comprehensive health coverage to approximately 3 crore residents, irrespective of their income or location in Punjab.
