Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH and Public Health

Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH and Public Health is a Central Government scheme run by the Ministry of Ayush. It gives grants to healthcare organizations, NGOs, and research institutions to run AYUSH-based community health projects. The scheme started in 2021-22 and its approved period was valid up to March 2026.

The scheme supports projects in prevention, cure, and rehabilitation through AYUSH systems. It also matches the goals of SDG 2 and SDG 3. Organizations can now apply online through the Ayush Anudan portal of the Ministry, which has replaced the earlier Ayush NGO Portal.

Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH and Public Health

Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH and Public Health helps organizations run high-impact healthcare projects by bringing AYUSH systems into community health settings. The scheme supports both the Sustainable Development Goal initiatives, SDG 2 and SDG 3. Whether it is preventive care or long-term rehabilitation, this scheme gives the required funding for public health projects that benefit the community at large.

The Ministry of Ayush runs this as a Central Sector Scheme with two parts, the Ayush and Public Health (AHP) component and the Centre of Excellence (CoE) component. This article covers the Ayush and Public Health component, which funds community health work across the country.

Key Information

Benefits

An eligible organization can receive a maximum grant of ₹1,50,00,000 to cover project costs over a duration of 3 years. The funds reach the organization in three scheduled installments of 40%, 40%, and 20%.

Eligibility

To apply, an organization should have a strong record of at least 5 years in community health. If it is not an AYUSH teaching institute registered under the IMCC Act, 1970 or the HCC Act, 1973, it should provide evidence of past work in the field.

The applicant must also disclose any money support received from state or central agencies within the last 5 years. For non-government applicants, the proposal should be sent through the appropriate officer of the state government or UT, who will check the project's credibility and the relevance of the initiative.

Eligible entities include:

• Directorates of Health or AYUSH of states and UTs.
• Government institutions involved in public health.
• Non-profit or voluntary organizations with at least five years of experience.
• Government-aided institutions, universities, and research councils.
• Organizations or stakeholders specialized in AYUSH sports medicine.

Exclusions

An organization is not eligible for funding if it has already received money support from any other central ministry or department for the exact same project purpose within the last five years.

Application Process

Applications are now submitted online through the Ayush Anudan portal of the Ministry of Ayush. This portal has replaced the earlier Ayush NGO Portal for all scheme work.

STEP 1 - Go to the official Ayush Anudan portal at anudan.ayush.gov.in and register the organization on the portal.

STEP 2 - Log in with the registered credentials and open the section for the Central Sector Scheme for Ayush and Public Health component of Ayurswasthya Yojana.

STEP 3 - Fill in the mandatory project details, upload the required documents, and submit the application. All major steps from receiving proposals to releasing the grant are completed through this portal.

For the offline route, an organization can still prepare its application in the prescribed format and submit two hard copies of the detailed project proposal to the office of the Director (Schemes), Ministry of Ayush, AYUSH Bhawan, B-Block, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi - 110023.

Documents

When applying, the organization should make sure the application includes all required supporting paperwork. This includes the organization's registration certificate, bye-laws, an audited statement of accounts for the last 5 years, and a detailed project report (DPR). It must also give component-wise budget details and a record of past achievements in the AYUSH sector.

Before the final release of funds, the organization will be asked to submit extra documents, such as a Bank Guarantee, NITI Aayog registration details, and a formal Bond document with the photograph and signatures of the chief functionary.

References

For a complete understanding of the scheme rules, refer to the official Ayush Anudan Portal scheme pages of the Ministry of Ayush. The latest update on the scheme, including its validity up to March 2026 and the list of approved projects, is available in the official Press Information Bureau release.

FAQ's

What is the AYUSH and Public Health component of Ayurswasthya Yojana?

This is a grant-in-aid scheme that helps organizations run AYUSH-based projects to improve community health.

What is the main aim of this scheme?

Its goal is to show the effectiveness of AYUSH systems in public health and help bring them into broader national health programs.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

State Directorates, government institutions, universities, research councils, and experienced non-profit organizations can apply.

What is the maximum financial limit for this scheme?

An organization can receive up to ₹1,50,00,000 for a project spanning 3 years.

How is the grant money released to beneficiaries?

The Ministry releases the funds in three installments of 40%, 40%, and 20% after checking progress reports and use certificates.

Can I apply if I have already received funding from another ministry?

No, the applicant should not have received funding for the same project or purpose from any central government department within the last 5 years.

What happens if there is a violation of scheme conditions?

The Ministry can recover the entire released grant amount, along with a 12% interest charge, if any rule violations occur.