A family in Karimnagar needed emergency cardiac surgery costing over ₹4 lakh. They walked into a government-empanelled private hospital with just their white ration card and Aadhaar — no upfront payment, no loan, no prior registration required for BPL cardholders. The hospital’s Aarogya Mithra desk verified eligibility on the spot and treatment began.
Rajiv Aarogyasri (రాజీవ్ ఆరోగ్యశ్రీ) — Telangana’s flagship health insurance scheme, administered by the Aarogyasri Health Care Trust under the State Health Department. Provides ₹10 lakh annual family floater coverage for serious illnesses, integrated with the central Ayushman Bharat PMJAY scheme. In July 2024, the current government raised coverage from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh and added 163 new medical procedures.
Official Portal: aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in (also accessible at rajivaarogyasri.telangana.gov.in)
Quick Answer: Coverage: ₹10 lakh/year per family (floater — covers entire household) Eligibility: White Ration Card (BPL) holders + specific other categories Card Download: aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in → “Download” → Aarogyasri Health Card → Ration Card/Aadhaar Number New Enrollment: Portal → “New Enrollment” → fill form → upload documents At hospital: BPL cardholders can walk in directly — no prior registration needed for treatment access
⚠️ Not the Same as Andhra Pradesh’s Scheme — Common Search Confusion
If you searched “NTR Aarogyasri” — you’re likely looking for Andhra Pradesh’s scheme, not Telangana’s.
| Telangana | Andhra Pradesh | |
|---|---|---|
| Current Name | Rajiv Aarogyasri | Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva (named after N.T. Rama Rao) |
| Coverage | ₹10 lakh/year | ₹25 lakh/year |
| Portal | aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in | Separate AP portal |
Both schemes originated from the same pre-2014 undivided Andhra Pradesh “Rajiv Aarogyasri” programme. After the 2014 state split, Telangana kept the original name while AP renamed theirs multiple times (NTR Vaidya Seva → Dr. YSR Aarogyasri → back to NTR branding under the current AP government). If you’re an AP resident, this guide doesn’t apply to you — check AP-specific sources instead.
Eligibility
| Criteria | Detail |
|---|---|
| Residence | Telangana resident for more than 18 months |
| Category | Below Poverty Line (BPL) family |
| Document | Valid White Ration Card from the Civil Supplies Department |
| Aadhaar | Mandatory, with address proof |
| Auto-eligibility | Families already listed in the BPL database are automatically eligible — confirmable on the official site |
| Additional covered groups | Persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and pregnant women may be covered even without strict BPL status |
Coverage extends to the entire family — head of household, spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents — under a single ₹10 lakh floater limit.
New Enrollment — Step by Step
Step 1: Visit aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in/ASRI2.0
Step 2: Click “New Enrollment”
Step 3: Fill the application form completely — personal and family information
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of required documents:
- Identity proof
- Residence proof
- Income proof
Step 5: Click “Submit” → save the acknowledgment number for tracking
If your family is already in the BPL database, formal new enrollment may not be necessary — confirm your existing eligibility status directly on the portal first before applying afresh.
⭐ Card Download — Step by Step
Step 1: Visit aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in (or rajivaarogyasri.telangana.gov.in)
Step 2: Go to the “Download” section → select “Aarogyasri Health Card”
Step 3: Log in with your registered credentials, or enter your Ration Card Number or Aadhaar Number
Step 4: View, download, and print your card
Keep both a digital and printed copy — hospitals will ask to see the physical or digital card alongside your Aadhaar at the helpdesk.
How to Use the Card at a Hospital
Step 1: Visit any empanelled hospital under the Rajiv Aarogyasri network (government or approved private)
Step 2: Show your Aarogyasri Health Card and Aadhaar Card at the Aarogya Mithra helpdesk
Step 3: The hospital verifies your eligibility online in real time
Step 4: After diagnosis, the hospital requests pre-authorization from the Aarogyasri Trust
Step 5: Once approved, treatment proceeds cashlessly
Important: BPL cardholders can walk in directly at empanelled hospitals without prior portal registration — show your white ration card and Aadhaar, and the Aarogya Mithra will verify eligibility on the spot. A referral from a government hospital/PHC is typical for routine cases, but direct walk-ins are accepted too.
What’s Covered
| Category | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Annual family floater limit | ₹10 lakh |
| Total procedures covered | 1,000+ (expanded from 938 to over 1,100 across updates) |
| Organ transplantation | 9 transplant packages + lifelong immunosuppressive follow-up |
| Pre-existing diseases | Covered (unlike most private insurance) |
| Follow-up care | Included post-treatment |
| Hospital network | Government hospitals + empanelled private hospitals statewide |
Generally excluded:
- Procedures not specifically listed under the scheme
- Treatment sought outside the empanelled hospital network
Special Provision — Orphans
In May 2025, the Telangana government extended Aarogyasri health cards to orphans, covering them up to the full ₹10 lakh limit at empanelled private hospitals — even without a traditional white ration card, using an income certificate from the Tahsildar as an alternative document where needed. Orphanages can coordinate with the District Collector’s office to facilitate this coverage for children under their care.
Common Problems + Fix
“Searched for Aarogyasri but found AP-specific information instead”: You may be looking at content for Andhra Pradesh’s “Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva” scheme — a different state’s programme with different coverage and a different portal. Use aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in specifically for Telangana.
“Card download not working with Aadhaar number”: Try your Ration Card number instead, or confirm your family’s BPL database listing first. If issues persist, visit your nearest MeeSeva centre for offline assistance.
“Hospital says pre-authorization pending for too long”: Contact the hospital’s Aarogya Mithra desk directly for an update, or escalate through the Aarogyasri Trust helpline if delayed beyond a reasonable period.
“Not BPL but want coverage”: Check if you fall under a specially covered category (disability, senior citizen, pregnancy) — some non-BPL households still qualify. The government has also discussed potentially expanding coverage to all citizens regardless of ration card status, though this remains a proposal rather than confirmed policy as of this writing.
“Confused between aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in and rajivaarogyasri.telangana.gov.in”: Both lead to the same underlying system — either URL should work for card download and status checks.
FAQ
How do I apply for an Aarogyasri card in Telangana? Visit aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in/ASRI2.0 → “New Enrollment” → fill the form with personal/family details → upload identity, residence, and income proof → submit and save your acknowledgment number.
How do I download my Aarogyasri card? aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in → “Download” → “Aarogyasri Health Card” → enter your Ration Card or Aadhaar number → view and download.
What is the difference between Telangana’s Aarogyasri and AP’s NTR Aarogyasri? They originated from the same pre-2014 scheme but diverged after the state split. Telangana kept the “Rajiv Aarogyasri” name (₹10 lakh coverage); Andhra Pradesh renamed theirs to “Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva” (₹25 lakh coverage). These are separate state schemes with separate portals.
Do I need to register before going to a hospital? No — BPL cardholders can walk into an empanelled hospital directly with their white ration card and Aadhaar; no prior portal registration is required for cashless treatment access.
What is the current coverage limit? ₹10 lakh per family per year, as a floater covering the entire household, since the July 2024 increase from the earlier ₹5 lakh limit.
Are orphans covered under this scheme? Yes — as of May 2025, orphans can receive Aarogyasri health cards with full ₹10 lakh coverage, coordinated through District Collector offices.
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Aarogyasri Portal | aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in |
| Alternate URL | rajivaarogyasri.telangana.gov.in |
| Health Department | Telangana Health, Medical & Family Welfare Department |
The Karimnagar family’s cardiac surgery proceeded without a single rupee changing hands at admission — proof that for genuinely eligible BPL families, the scheme works exactly as designed when the card and Aadhaar are in hand.
If you’re a Telangana BPL family without an Aarogyasri card yet, check your BPL database listing first at aarogyasri.telangana.gov.in — you may already be automatically eligible without needing fresh enrollment.
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