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Ayurswasthya Yojana: Up-gradation of Facilities to Centre of Excellence (CoE)

The scheme-component aims to support the establishment and up-gradation of reputed institutions to Centres of Excellence for strengthening AYUSH education, research, innovation, and advanced healthcare services.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Financial assistance of up to ₹10,00,00,000/- for a period of 3 years is provided to eligible institutions for establishing and upgrading Centres of Excellence. - Release of Installment-Based Fund: Funds are released in 3 installments of 40%, 40%, and 20% of the total sanctioned amount, ensuring phased and performance-linked financial support. - Performance-Linked Disbursement: The second and third installments are released only after expenditure of at least 75% of the released amount and submission and acceptance of the Utilization Certificate and satisfactory performance report. - Construction Cost Limit: Expenditure on the construction of buildings is capped at 30% of the approved project budget. | Note: Purchase of land /vehicle, except ambulance and foreign travel, is not allowed from the grant.

Who can apply

Ayush teaching institutions recognised under the [IMCC Act, 1970](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19303/1/a1970-48_0.pdf), and the [HCC Act, 1973](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/19294/1/homoeopathy_central_council_act%2C_1973.pdf),- Other Central/ State Govt. institutes,; Government-aided Institutions,; Undertaking/ Universities/ Research Councils/ Autonomous Organisations,; Non–profit Non-Governmental organisations engaged in one or more specialisations in AYUSH,; Reputed tertiary care hospitals with at least 250 beds aiming to establish AYUSH tertiary healthcare and research facilities.; Non-AYUSH reputed research and educational institutes willing to undertake AYUSH projects.; The organisation should furnish the necessary evidence for its potential in having achieved a level of eminence in the respective field at state level, and further potential to become a Centre of Excellence at the National level, as per the illustrative list placed at Annexure – D of the scheme guidelines.; The organisation should be registered under the Societies Registration Act / Trust / Companies Act or any other Act.; The applicant should have a competent core staff in the field in which the Centre of Excellence is proposed.; The applicant should have a credible and transparent governing body and management committee consisting of reputed persons.; Applicant shall have to make information available regarding any assistance if ever taken from the Government, along with the details of Utilization Certificate (UC) status of the previous grant availed.; The institute should have a valid NABH/NAAC or other relevant accreditation/certification.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

- What is the objective of the "Centre of Excellence (CoE)" component?

The objective of the CoE component is to support the establishment and up-gradation of reputed institutions to strengthen AYUSH education, research, innovation, and advanced healthcare services at national and international levels.

Which organizations are eligible to apply for the CoE component?

Eligible organizations include recognized AYUSH teaching institutions, Central or State Government institutes, Government-aided institutions, universities, research councils, autonomous organizations, non-profit organizations, reputed tertiary care hospitals, and reputed non-AYUSH research and educational institutes willing to undertake AYUSH projects.

What is the minimum experience required for AYUSH institutions to apply?

The applicant AYUSH institution should have a minimum track record of 5 years of meritorious work in the AYUSH sector in the proposed area of Centre of Excellence activity.

What is the maximum financial assistance available under this component?

The maximum financial assistance available under this component is ₹10,00,00,000 for a period of 3 years for one approved project.

How are funds released to the approved institutions?

Funds are released in 3 installments of 40%, 40%, and 20% of the total sanctioned amount, subject to satisfactory performance and submission of Utilization Certificates.

What conditions apply for the release of the second and third installments?

The second and third installments are released after the institution has utilized at least 75% of the released funds and submitted satisfactory achievement-cum-performance reports and accepted Utilization Certificates.

Is construction of buildings allowed under the CoE grant?

Construction of buildings is allowed under the approved budget, but the expenditure on construction is capped at 30% of the total approved project cost.

Can vehicles be purchased under the CoE grant?

Vehicles cannot be purchased under the CoE grant, except for ambulances which are permitted for healthcare service delivery.

What facilities must be provided to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)?

The grantee institution must ensure that at least 25% of the facilities created using Government grants are provided free of cost or at concessional rates to Economically Weaker Sections for at least 10 years after the release of the last installment.

What responsibilities do hospitals have under the CoE component?

Hospitals are required to maintain IPD and OPD data, provide services to EWS patients, maintain grievance redressal systems, share treatment outcomes with the Ministry of AYUSH, ensure bed occupancy above 50%, and collaborate with national and international reputed organizations.

What training and academic activities are expected from CoE institutions?

CoE institutions are expected to conduct national and international seminars, provide training to scholars, and develop AYUSH resource centers for education and capacity building after completion of the project.

Are purchase of land and foreign travel allowed under the CoE grant?

Purchase of land and foreign travel are not allowed under the CoE grant, and only expenditures permitted under the approved project budget can be incurred.