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Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH and Public Health

The scheme-component aims to promote AYUSH-based interventions to improve community health outcomes by supporting preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare services.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance: | - Maximum grant of ₹1,50,00,000/- for a project duration of 3 years. | - Funds are released in installments of 40%, 40%, and 20%. | Note: The grant received under the scheme should be utilized as under:- | - Not more than 30% of the total grant should be spent on Establishment / Project Management. | - Not LESS than 50% of the total grant should be spent on Medicines, laboratory testing or other investigations. | - Remaining 20% of the total grant may be spent on AYUSH awareness, minor Equipment etc., for the project.

Who can apply

The applicant organization must have credible project management expertise and core staff.; Applicant / organization (Other than AYUSH teaching institute registered under [IMCC Act, 1970](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19303/1/a1970-48_0.pdf) and [HCC Act 1973](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19294/1/homoeopathy_central_council_act%2C_1973.pdf)) should have track record of minimum 5 years of working in the field of community health. The organization should furnish the necessary evidence for implementing such programmes in the past. - Applicant / organization shall have to make information available regarding any assistance taken from any State/Central Agency in the last 5 years.; The organizations (other than the AYUSH teaching institutes recognized under [IMCC Act, 1970](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19303/1/a1970-48_0.pdf) and [HCC Act, 1973](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19294/1/homoeopathy_central_council_act%2C_1973.pdf) and the Central/ State Govt. institutes) must submit their application in the Proforma given at Annexure – C, by the State Government officer of the respective State / UT concerned. Recommendations of the State / UT should clearly mention the following points:-; The State Government has to forward the proposal in the prescribed Proforma within 60 days of submission of the proposal by the applicant organization to the State. In case, no response is received from State Government, it shall be presumed that State Government has no specific comments against the applicant organization and Ministry of AYUSH will consider the proposal accordingly.; Directorates of Health/AYUSH of States / UTs.; Government Institutes dealing with public health.; Non-profit/Voluntary organizations working in the area of public health for at least five years and having a proven track record and a capable team comprising of public health specialists.; Government aided Institutions/ Undertaking/ Universities/ Research Councils, Autonomous Organizations and Non – Profit Non-Governmental organizations engaged in one or more of the above fields listed in the introduction to the scheme.; Any reputed organization or stakeholders dealing with sports activities in India (only for proposals on AYUSH Sports medicine).; Collaboration of United Nations and International Organizations will be encouraged.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the "AYUSH and Public Health" component under "Ayurswasthya Yojana"?

The "AYUSH and Public Health" component is a Central Sector Grant-in-Aid initiative that supports AYUSH-based interventions to improve community health outcomes.

What is the main objective of this component?

The main objective of this component is to demonstrate the effectiveness of AYUSH interventions in public health and integrate them into national health programmes.

Who can apply for funding under this component?

Eligible applicants include State Directorates of Health or AYUSH, Government institutions, universities, research councils, and non-profit organizations with relevant experience.

What is the minimum experience required for non-profit organizations?

A non-profit organization should have at least 5 years of experience in public health or AYUSH-related activities to be eligible.

What types of health issues can be covered under this component?

Projects can cover communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, geriatric care, mental health, disaster management, and other public health concerns.

What is the minimum population coverage requirement?

The proposal should generally cover at least one block and benefit a minimum of 1,000 persons, unless relaxed by the competent authority in special areas.

What is the maximum financial assistance provided under this component?

The scheme provides financial assistance up to ₹1,50,00,000/- for a project duration of up to 3 years.

How is the grant amount released to the selected organization?

The grant amount is released in three installments of 40%, 40%, and 20%, subject to submission of required reports and utilization certificates.

What conditions must be met for release of subsequent installments?

Subsequent installments are released after at least 75% utilization of the previous installment and submission of Utilization Certificates and progress reports.

Can an organization receive funding if it has received similar funding earlier?

The organization should not have received funding for the same purpose from another Central Government Ministry in the last 5 years.

Are collaborations with other organizations allowed?

Collaboration with national and international organizations is encouraged to strengthen project implementation and outcomes.

What are the responsibilities of the selected implementing organization?

The implementing organization must execute the project as approved, maintain records, submit reports, and ensure proper utilization of funds.

What happens if the funds are misused or conditions are violated?

In case of misuse or deviation from scheme conditions, the Ministry can recover the grant amount with 12% interest and take appropriate legal action.