Grants to Patients Suffering from Tuberculosis-Cancer And Other Major Diseases provides one-time financial support to tea tribes and adivasi community members in Assam who are dealing with serious medical conditions. This scheme helps reduce the money problems of high treatment costs for individuals undergoing treatment for diseases like cancer, tuberculosis, and other major ailments.
Tea Tribes Welfare Department under the government of Assam runs this scheme. It provides one-time money help to eligible patients from the tea tribes and adivasi community. If you live in Assam and belong to these communities, you can submit your application through the official SIRISH portal to seek support during your treatment journey.
The scheme is currently active and accepting applications through the online portal. The Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare manages the rollout of this scheme across Assam. Eligible people can apply for grants ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹75,000 depending on the disease being treated.
To apply, you need to register on the SIRISH portal and fill in your personal and medical details. The application process is fully online, and you will need to upload supporting documents and bank details for the grant payment. Keep reading for a full guide on eligibility, required documents, and how to apply.
Grants to Patients Suffering from Tuberculosis-Cancer And Other Major Diseases
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Grants to Patients Suffering from Tuberculosis-Cancer And Other Major Diseases |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Assam |
| Category | Health & Wellness |
| Benefit Type | Cash Grant |
| Nodal Department | Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department |
| Official Website | sirishassam.in |
Benefits
This scheme offers a one-time financial grant to patients who are actively undergoing medical treatment for recognized major diseases. It helps families manage the high costs associated with treatment.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, you should meet the following criteria:
- You must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- You should belong to the tea tribes and adivasi community.
- Your total family income should not exceed ₹5,00,000 per annum.
- You must not be a government employee.
- You should not hold any position under government or semi-government authorities, boards, or panchayati raj institutions.
The scheme supports treatment for various conditions including eye diseases, tuberculosis, eye cataracts, accidents, auto-immune diseases, liver issues, nerve disorders, cancer, kidney diseases, dialysis, major surgeries, bone diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis), bone fractures, elephantiasis, heart diseases, and strokes.
Note: Selection preference is given to widows, elderly individuals, unmarried women, people with disabilities, and families living below the poverty line (BPL).
Application Process
STEP 1 - Visit the SIRISH application portal at sirishassam.in and register as a new user or log in if you already have your credentials.
STEP 2 - Log in to your dashboard and select this scheme from the dropdown menu. Fill in your personal information, current address, and specific location data such as your district, sub-division, and assembly constituency. Click on Save Form Details to continue.
STEP 3 - Go to the Upload Documents tab. Provide all necessary files in the requested image formats (JPG/JPEG), ensuring they fall within the specified size limits (photo: 50 KB, documents: 100 KB).
STEP 4 - Navigate to the Update Bank Details tab. Enter your active bank account number, branch name, and the IFSC code to receive the money help. Click on Save Bank Details.
STEP 5 - Preview your application carefully to ensure all information is correct. Click on Proceed with Submit Application to finalize your request. Keep your application number safe to track your status regularly under the application status tab.
Documents
Ensure you have the following documents ready for your application:
- Passport-size photo (max 50 KB)
- Scanned signature (max 20 KB)
- Aadhaar card (max 100 KB)
- Self-declaration undertaking regarding your annual family income (max 100 KB)
- Valid caste certificate (max 100 KB)
- First page of your bank passbook (max 100 KB)
- Medical reports issued by a registered doctor detailing your illness (max 100 KB)
- Recommendation letter from your local MLA, MP, or sub-divisional beneficiary selection committee chairperson (max 100 KB)
- Medical certificate from a government doctor (not below the rank of sub-divisional medical officer) or hospital/nursing home authority confirming the patient's disease (PDF format, max 1 MB)
References
Online Application Portal | User Manual | Contact Details
FAQ's
Am I eligible if I am a permanent resident of Assam and part of the tea tribes or adivasi community?
Yes, being a resident of Assam and belonging to these specific communities is a primary requirement for the scheme.
Can I use a certificate from a private hospital for my medical documentation?
Yes, you can provide a certificate from a registered doctor at a nursing home or hospital, or from a government medical officer not below the rank of a sub-divisional medical officer.
What details must the medical reports include?
Your medical reports should clearly specify the nature of your disease and must be signed by the registered medical practitioner providing your treatment.
Is there a limit on how many times I can apply for this grant?
This is a one-time grant, meaning each eligible applicant can receive the financial benefit only once.
Am I permitted to apply if I hold a government job?
No, government and semi-government employees, as well as members of panchayati raj institutions or selection committees, are not eligible for this support.
What is the income cap for this scheme?
Your total annual family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000.
Do I need a recommendation letter to apply?
Yes, you should obtain and upload a recommendation letter from your local MLA, MP, or the local beneficiary selection committee chairperson.