Ayushman Bharat WB: Swasthya Sathi Transition & Cards
West Bengal has officially rolled out the central Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY) scheme starting July 1, 2026. Swasthya Sathi cardholders are systematically migrating to the new system to enable cashless treatments across India.
The Real Government Process
- Visit the PMJAY beneficiary portal (beneficiary.nha.gov.in).
- Search for your name using your mobile number, Aadhaar, or ration card.
- Complete the Aadhaar-based e-KYC (biometric or OTP).
- Download your newly generated Ayushman Card once approved.
Required Documents & Timeline
| Detail | Details & Guidelines |
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| Documents Required |
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| Estimated Timeline | Instant generation after successful Aadhaar e-KYC and authority approval. |
Important Notice
In-person biometric authentication is required if your mobile number is not updated or linked to your Aadhaar card.
How Mubarak Sahayata Helps
We verify your family's eligibility under the migrated system and walk you through generating the health cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, retain your old Swasthya Sathi card until the Ayushman Bharat card generation is fully completed.
National portability, allowing cashless healthcare treatment in registered hospitals nationwide.
Related Services
Government rules and required documents can change → verify on the official portal before applying. Information on this page is accurate as of mid-2026.