What is a Jan Aushadhi Kendra?
🏥 What is a Jan Aushadhi Kendra?
A Jan Aushadhi Kendra is a retail pharmacy outlet set up under this scheme where:
- Medicines are 50% to 90% cheaper
- Quality is certified and tested
- Covers medicines for common diseases like diabetes, BP, infections, etc.
💊 Why it’s useful
Widely available across India
Affordable healthcare for everyone
Same effectiveness as branded drugs
Online Registarion PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana
The Jan Aushadhi initiative will make available quality drugs at affordable prices through dedicated stores selling generic medicines which are available at lesser prices but are equivalent in quality and efficacy as expensive branded drugs. Promote greater awareness about cost effective drugs and their prescription.
- You need to have at least 500 sq. feet non-fertile land and the urban people who wish to apply for PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)
- Reduced healthcare costs
- Improved access to quality medicines
- Quality assurance
- Employment generation
- Incentives for Kendra owners
- Special incentives
PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a scheme launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices to all, particularly the poor and disadvantaged, through exclusive outlets called Jan Aushadhi Medical Stores
About Us
Jan Aushadhi Kendra is an initiative of the Government of India under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), implemented by the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
🌟 Key Features of Jan Aushadhi
- Generic medicines at low cost
- Same quality & efficacy as branded drugs
- Wide range of medicines and surgical items
- Government-supported scheme (PMBJP)
🎯 Benefits of Jan Aushadhi
- 50–90% savings on medicine costs
- Affordable healthcare for common people
- Reduces out-of-pocket medical expenses
- Improves access to essential medicines across India
📌 Quick Summary of Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum space | 120 sq. ft. |
| Pharmacist qualification | D Pharma / B Pharma |
| Application fee | ~₹5,000 (may be waived) |
| Documents needed | Aadhaar, PAN, pharmacist registration, drug license, space proof |
| Government incentives | Monthly purchase incentive + infrastructure support |
Bank statements/financial capability proof (for individuals)
