Mukhyamantri Nishulk Nirogi Rajasthan Yojana: Free Medicines and Tests in Government Hospitals
This scheme gives Rajasthan residents free medicines, free tests and free surgical items at government health institutions, for both OPD and admitted patients. It merges the earlier Free Medicine and Free Test schemes. Here is how to use it.
Scheme at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Nishulk Nirogi Rajasthan Yojana |
| Launched | 2022 (merging the Free Medicine Scheme of 2011 and Free Test Scheme of 2013) |
| Benefit | Free medicines, tests and surgical items for OPD and IPD patients |
| Beneficiaries | Native residents of Rajasthan |
| Nodal department | Medical and Health Department, Rajasthan |
| Implementing agency | Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Ltd (RMSCL) |
| Application | None. Show your card at any government hospital |
Key Benefits
- Free medicines at government health institutions.
- Free diagnostic tests such as X-ray, ECG and lab tests.
- Surgical items and sutures used in hospitals are free.
- Free treatment for thalassemia and haemophilia patients.
- Generic medicines of tested quality, checked by drug testing labs.
- Teleradiology: X-rays are sent to radiologists and reports come back to the centre.
Who Is Eligible
- Native resident of Rajasthan.
- Holder of a Jan Aadhaar card, Bhamashah card or Aadhaar card.
- If you have no Jan Aadhaar, the hospital superintendent or chief medical officer may allow you on a written consent and ID, on condition that you get a Jan Aadhaar made quickly.
Medicines Available
- The essential drug list covers 591 medicines, 73 surgical items and 77 sutures, and is being expanded.
- Special medicines include cancer (30), heart disease (35), diabetes (13) and asthma/respiratory (12), plus kidney, stroke, arthritis, eye, liver, blood pressure and vitamins.
- Duration: normally 3 days of medicine, up to 7 days in special cases, and up to one month for long-term patients and pensioners.
- OPD patients get medicines at the dispensing counter during OPD hours. Admitted and emergency patients get them round the clock.
How to Get Free Treatment
- Go to any government hospital or health centre in Rajasthan with your Jan Aadhaar, Bhamashah or Aadhaar card.
- Your slip is entered in the e-Aushadhi software so your treatment record is kept.
- Show the slip to the doctor.
- The doctor examines you and orders free tests. The hospital itself gives you the free medicines.
No separate application is needed anywhere.
Important Government Links
- Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation
- Health Department, Rajasthan
- Rajasthan Sampark (grievances)
- Jan Aadhaar Portal
The scheme guidelines are available on the RMSCL and Health Department websites.
Helpline and Contact
Nodal officer08005802585
Nodal officer emailno-mndy-rj@gov.in
RMSCL helpline0141-2228066
0141-2228065
0141-2224783
0141-2228065
0141-2224783
RMSCL emailrmsc@nic.in
Public Grievance Dept0141-2922825
0141-2385077
0141-2385077
Grievance emailrajsampark@rajasthan.gov.in
Office: Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Ltd, Swasthya Bhawan, Tilak Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur 302005.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to apply?
- No. Just show your Jan Aadhaar, Bhamashah or Aadhaar card at a government hospital.
Does it cover private hospitals?
- No. It applies to government medical institutions.
How many days of medicine do I get?
- Usually 3 days, up to 7 in special cases and up to a month for long-term patients and pensioners.
Important Points
- Medicine lists, rules and availability can change. Check with your hospital.
- Emitrawala.com is not a government website. This page is for information only.
- Nobody can charge you for medicines or tests under this scheme.
Need Help?
If you need help with the application, documents or a Jan Aadhaar / Bhamashah problem, contact Emitrawala.com. Our team will be happy to help you.
