The scheme aims to improve nutrition and treatment outcomes for TB patients. Proper nutrition helps patients recover faster and complete their treatment successfully. All TB patients notified on or after 1 April 2018 and registered on the Nikshay Portal are eligible to receive benefits under the scheme.
Nikshay Poshan Yojana is implemented under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP).
What is Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
Nikshay Poshan Yojana is a nutrition assistance scheme for TB patients. The government provides monthly financial support so that patients can purchase nutritious food during anti-TB treatment.Under the scheme:
- Eligible TB patients receive ₹1,000 per month
- The amount is transferred through DBT
- Benefits continue during the treatment period
- Both government and private TB patients can receive assistance if notified on the Nikshay portal
Nikshay Poshan Yojana Registration Process
TB patients are generally registered through TB clinics, government hospitals, healthcare providers, or authorized informants.Step 1: Submit Bank Account Details
The patient must provide Aadhaar-linked bank account details to the healthcare provider.
Supporting documents may include:
- Bank passbook
- Cancelled cheque
- Bank statement
If the patient does not have a bank account, they can:
Healthcare staff enter the patient's details and bank information into the Nikshay system.
Important points:
After successful verification:
- Open a new savings account under Jan Dhan Yojana or India Post Payments Bank
- Use a family member's account with written consent
Healthcare staff enter the patient's details and bank information into the Nikshay system.
Important points:
- One beneficiary can use only one bank account
- Bank details are automatically sent to PFMS for verification
After successful verification:
- PFMS generates a Beneficiary ID
- Patient status becomes "Validated"
- DBT payments are processed
Detailed instructions are available in the official Nikshay Guidelines PDF.
Nikshay Portal Login Process
Healthcare providers, informants, laboratories, NGOs, and authorized users can log in to the Nikshay portal to notify and manage TB cases online.Steps to Login
- Visit the Official Nikshay Website
- Click on the "Login" option on the homepage
- Enter username and password
- Complete captcha verification
- Click on the login button
New Informant Registration on Nikshay Portal
Private doctors, NGOs, laboratories, chemists, and healthcare workers can register as informants on the Nikshay portal to notify TB cases.Steps for New Informant Registration
- Open the New Informant Registration Page
- Enter hierarchy details such as:
- State
- District
- Healthcare facility
- Fill contact and bank details
- Create login credentials
- Submit and verify the account through email
New Health Facility Registration Process
Hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and healthcare centres can also register on the Nikshay portal for TB notification and patient management.Steps for Health Facility Registration
- Select the facility level
- Enter:
- State
- District
- Facility details
- Contact information
- Verify the mobile number through OTP
- Submit the application form
How to Notify a TB Case on Nikshay Portal
After login on the portal:- Click on "Notify TB Case"
- Enter patient details
- Fill diagnosis and treatment information
- Submit the form online
Nikshay Poshan Yojana Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
| Financial Assistance | ₹1,000 per month |
| Payment Method | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Transfer Mode | Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Duration | Entire TB treatment period |
| Beneficiaries | Registered TB patients |
Eligibility for Nikshay Poshan Yojana
The following patients are eligible under the scheme:- TB patients notified to the government on or after 1 April 2018
- Patients registered on the Nikshay portal
- Patients taking treatment from government or private healthcare providers
- Existing TB patients already undergoing treatment
To receive financial assistance, the patient must be notified in the Nikshay system.
Documents Required
Applicants may need the following documents during registration and verification:Bank Account Documents
- Photocopy of bank passbook
- Cancelled cheque
- Recent bank statement
- Aadhaar-linked savings bank account details
Aadhaar Documents
- Copy of Aadhaar card
- Aadhaar enrolment acknowledgement receipt if Aadhaar is unavailable
Consent Documents
These are required only in special cases:- Authorization form for using a family member's bank account
- Declaration form if the patient wishes to refuse DBT benefits
Offline Registration Process
TB patients receiving treatment from public or private healthcare facilities can also be registered offline through TB treatment centres.Healthcare staff collect patient details and upload them to the Nikshay system. After successful verification, DBT payments are processed.
How is the Nikshay Poshan Yojana Amount Paid?
The financial assistance under the scheme is transferred directly into the patient’s Aadhaar-linked savings bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).Eligible patients receive ₹1,000 every month during the treatment period after successful verification.
Some states may also provide nutritional support in-kind according to local implementation policies.
Inclusion of Beneficiaries in Nikshay Poshan List
| Process | Timeline |
| Entry of patient details in Nikshay | Same day |
| Preparation of beneficiary list | 1st of every month |
| Verification of beneficiary details | 3rd of every month |
| Approval of beneficiary list | 5th of every month |
| Processing of payments | 7th of every month |
About NI-KSHAY Initiative
NI-KSHAY (Ni = End, Kshay = TB) is a web-enabled patient management and TB surveillance system developed under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).The platform is maintained by the Central TB Division (CTD), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, in collaboration with the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office for India.
The Nikshay system is used by healthcare providers across the country to:
The Nikshay system is used by healthcare providers across the country to:
- Register TB patients
- Notify TB cases
- Monitor treatment progress
- Track treatment adherence
- Maintain TB surveillance data
- Transfer patient records between healthcare providers
Important Links
| Service | Link |
| Nikshay Official Portal | Visit Nikshay Portal |
| Nikshay Guidelines PDF | Download Guidelines PDF |
| State TB Officer Directory | Open State TB Officer Directory |
| Nikshay Training Materials | Access Training Materials |
Nikshay Helpdesk Support
For training materials and portal support, users can access the Nikshay training portal or contact the helpdesk.- National Help Desk: 1800-11-6666
- Email: helpdesk[dot]nikshay[at]rntcp[dot]org
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is Nikshay Poshan Yojana?Nikshay Poshan Yojana is a government scheme that provides ₹1,000 per month to TB patients for nutritional support during treatment.
Q2. Who is eligible for Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
All TB patients notified on the Nikshay portal on or after 1 April 2018 are eligible for benefits.
Q3. How much assistance is provided under the scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1,000 per month through DBT.
Q4. Can private hospital TB patients get benefits?
Yes, TB patients treated in private hospitals are also eligible if their case is notified on the Nikshay portal.
Q5. Can patients directly register online on the Nikshay portal?
Patients are generally registered through healthcare providers, TB clinics, hospitals, or authorized informants.
Q6. How can I login on the Nikshay portal?
Visit the Nikshay portal homepage, click on login, and enter your username and password.
Q7. What is the official website for Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
The official portal is the Nikshay portal managed under the National TB Elimination Programme.
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1,000 per month through DBT.
Q4. Can private hospital TB patients get benefits?
Yes, TB patients treated in private hospitals are also eligible if their case is notified on the Nikshay portal.
Q5. Can patients directly register online on the Nikshay portal?
Patients are generally registered through healthcare providers, TB clinics, hospitals, or authorized informants.
Q6. How can I login on the Nikshay portal?
Visit the Nikshay portal homepage, click on login, and enter your username and password.
Q7. What is the official website for Nikshay Poshan Yojana?
The official portal is the Nikshay portal managed under the National TB Elimination Programme.
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