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Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package : Insurance Scheme For Health Workers Fighting COVID-19

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare

This is a life insurance scheme created by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to protect healthcare workers fighting COVID-19. It provides financial security to health workers and their families who face health risks while treating COVID-19 patients. The scheme recognizes the dedication of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other frontline health staff during the pandemic.

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What You Get

  • Life insurance coverage for healthcare workers on COVID-19 duty
  • Financial protection for family members in case of death or disability
  • No premium cost to the healthcare worker
  • Coverage during the period of COVID-19 emergency duty

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Healthcare workers actively engaged in COVID-19 treatment and prevention
  • Includes doctors, nurses, paramedics, and support staff in health facilities
  • Workers deployed in hospitals, testing centers, and healthcare facilities
  • Both government and eligible private sector health workers

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Employee ID
  3. 3. Hospital Assignment Letter
  4. 4. Bank Account Details

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare
Category
Health
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
26 Apr 2026

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