The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), popularly known as the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, is one of the world’s largest government-funded healthcare schemes. It offers a financial shield of up to ₹5,00,000 per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization.
However, many families face a common issue: newborn children, newly wedded daughters-in-law, or missing family members’ names are left out of the initial card database. If a name is missing, that individual cannot claim the free ₹5 lakh cashless benefit.
The good news? The National Health Authority (NHA) provides an online self-service feature on its unified portal to add new family members instantly. Here is a comprehensive step-by-step guide from infogainer to help you update your card from the comfort of your home.
Documents Required to Add a New Member
Before starting the online application, ensure you have the following documents ready to avoid rejection:
- Aadhaar Card of the new member (with an active mobile number linked for OTP).
- Official Proof of Relationship (Ration Card, Marriage Certificate for spouses, or Birth Certificate for children).
- The active Ayushman Card / Family ID (PMJAY ID) of the primary cardholder.
Step-by-Step Guide to Add a Name in Ayushman Card Online
Follow these official steps to complete the process smoothly:
Step 1: Log In to the Official NHA Portal
Go to the official National Health Authority web portal at beneficiary.nha.gov.in. On the login panel, select the “Beneficiary” option, type in your active mobile number, and hit “Verify”. Enter the OTP received via SMS to access the dashboard.
Step 2: Search for Your Existing Family Account
Once logged in, select your State, Scheme (PMJAY), District, and choose your search criteria (such as Family ID, Aadhaar Number, or Ration Card Number). Click search to display your entire family’s current verification status.
Step 3: Access the “Add Member” Feature
Look at the top-right or right-hand action column of your verified family list. Click on the action button or the “Add Member” icon. The system will ask for primary authentication via Aadhaar OTP from an existing verified family member to confirm your identity.
Step 4: Fill In New Member Details & Upload Proof
Once authenticated, a new form will load. Carefully input the new member’s details exactly as they appear on their Aadhaar Card:
- Full Name, Gender, and Date of Birth.
- Select the Relation Type (e.g., Son, Daughter, Wife).
- Select the supporting document type and upload a clear scan of the Birth Certificate, Ration Card, or Marriage Certificate.
Step 5: Perform e-KYC and Submit
The final step requires completing the e-KYC for the new member. Select “Aadhaar OTP”, enter their Aadhaar number, and input the OTP sent to their registered mobile phone. Double-check all entries and click Submit.
Tracking Approval Status
After submission, a unique tracking reference number will be generated. The state health authorities review the uploaded relationship certificates. Generally, it takes anywhere between 7 to 15 working days for approval. Once approved, you can log back into the same portal and instantly download the active Ayushman Card for the newly added member.
Avoid running to local cyber cafes or paying unauthorized agents. Use the free, official link below to secure your family’s health cover directly.
Official Portal Link:National Health Authority Beneficiary Portal
