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Grants To Patients Suffering From Tuberculosis/Cancer And Other Major Diseases

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for medical treatment to patients suffering from Tuberculosis, Cancer, and other major diseases. It provides a one-time financial grant to patients of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Assam

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial assistance (one-time grant) to patients undergoing medical treatment.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.; The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.; The applicant's family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- per annum.; The applicant should not be a Government Service holder.; The applicant must be a patient undergoing medical treatment for specified diseases such as Eye Diseases, Tuberculosis, Eye Cataract, Accident, Auto Immune Diseases, Liver Diseases, Nerve Disorder, Cancer, Kidney Diseases, Dialysis, Major Operations, Bone Diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bone Fractures, Elephantiasis, Heart Diseases, and Strokes.; The applicant must not hold any position under Government/Semi Government Authorities/Boards.; The applicant must not be a member of Panchayati Raj Institutions.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Must applicants be permanent residents of Assam and belong to the specified Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community to qualify for this particular medical support scheme?

The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam and must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community.

Are applicants required to secure a medical certificate specifically from a government doctor of a high rank, such as a Sub-Divisional Medical Officer, or can a private hospital doctor provide certification?

The medical certificate must be from a Government Doctor, not below the rank of Sub-Divisional Medical Officer (SDMO), or from the Doctor of the Nursing Home/Hospital where the patient is undergoing treatment, confirming the disease of the patient.

What kind of medical reports should be submitted to the Directorate, and who must issue these documents to ensure their validity?

Medical reports must specify the nature of the disease the person is suffering from and must be issued by a registered Medical Practitioner/Doctor under whom the patient is undergoing treatment.

If an individual is currently receiving treatment for Tuberculosis or has been diagnosed with Cancer, does their condition make them eligible for this grant?

Yes, patients undergoing medical treatment for Tuberculosis (T.B.) or Cancer are among those eligible for this one-time grant.

Is it a mandatory requirement for applicants to provide a recommendation letter issued by their local Member of Legislative Assembly or Member of Parliament as part of the application process?

Yes, a recommendation letter from the local Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Member of Parliament (MP) on the disease and the need for financial assistance should also be submitted.

If I require treatment for conditions affecting my renal system, such as chronic Kidney Diseases or ongoing Dialysis treatments, does this scheme cover those costs?

Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Kidney Diseases and Dialysis.

For patients seeking assistance for serious cardiovascular conditions, does this scheme cover treatments related to Heart Diseases or medical events like Strokes?

Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Heart Diseases and Strokes.

Does this assistance program only offer a single payment, meaning I can only receive the financial support one time across all years of the scheme's operation?

Yes, the grant is provided in the form of a one-time grant, meaning one applicant is eligible for the grant only once under this scheme.

If an applicant is already employed and holds a position within a Government or Semi Government Authority, are they still permitted to apply for this grant?

No, the applicant should not hold any position under Government/Semi Government Authorities/Boards, nor be a member of Panchayati Raj Institutions, or a member of the Selection Committee, etc.

What specific preference is given during the beneficiary selection process for vulnerable groups such as aged individuals or families categorized as Below Poverty Line?

Preference is given while selecting beneficiaries who are widow, aged, unmarried women, physically handicapped, or belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

What is the maximum annual family income limit that applicants must adhere to when submitting their applications for this financial assistance program?

The applicant must submit an undertaking that the annual family income does not exceed ₹5,00,000/- (Rupees five lakh) per annum.

Does the financial assistance extend to serious Bone Diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis or treatments for complex injuries like Bone Fractures or Elephantiasis?

Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Bone Diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bone Fractures, and Elephantiasis.

Are patients requiring medical intervention for conditions like Eye Diseases or requiring surgery for an Eye Cataract covered under the provisions of this scheme?

Yes, patients undergoing medical treatment connected with Eye Diseases and Eye Cataract are covered under this scheme.

In addition to general medical documentation, must an applicant also provide a valid Caste certificate issued and certified by the District Commissioner or a designated officer?

Yes, the applicant must produce a valid Caste certificate which is duly certified or issued by the District Commissioner of the concerned district or his/her designated officer.