Having an Ayushman Card is helpful, but knowing where you can use it is equally important.
Imagine that a family member needs hospital treatment. You have an Ayushman Card, but you are not sure which nearby hospitals accept it. Should you visit a government hospital or a private hospital? Is the treatment available under PM-JAY? Does the hospital have the required speciality?
These are practical questions, and it is better to check the details before planning treatment.
The Ayushman Bharat Hospital List helps beneficiaries identify hospitals empanelled under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). The scheme provides cashless treatment for eligible beneficiaries at participating public and private hospitals, subject to the applicable treatment packages and scheme rules.
In this guide, we explain how to find an empanelled hospital online, search by state and district, check hospital details, and confirm whether your required treatment is available.
Quick answer: Visit the official National Health Authority hospital search facility at https://hem.nha.gov.in/search. Use the available search filters to find PM-JAY empanelled hospitals. Before visiting, contact the hospital to confirm that it is currently participating and provides the treatment you need under the scheme.
What Is an Ayushman Bharat Empanelled Hospital?
An empanelled hospital is a public or private healthcare facility that has been approved to provide specified services under PM-JAY.
These hospitals agree to follow the scheme’s applicable rules, treatment packages and beneficiary verification process.
Eligible beneficiaries can receive cashless treatment for covered hospitalisation packages without paying the covered amount upfront at the hospital.
However, not every hospital in India is part of the PM-JAY network. A hospital’s general reputation or acceptance of other health insurance policies does not automatically mean it accepts Ayushman Cards.
That is why checking the official hospital list matters.
How to Check the Ayushman Bharat Hospital List Online in 2026
You can use the National Health Authority’s official hospital search facility.
Step 1: Open the official hospital search website
Visit:
This is the National Health Authority’s hospital search facility. You can use it to look for hospitals participating in PM-JAY.
Step 2: Select your state
Choose the state where you want to find a hospital.
For example, if you live in Odisha, select Odisha from the state list.
Step 3: Select your district
Choose your district to narrow down the results.
If you are searching for a hospital in Balasore, select Balasore where that district filter is available.
Step 4: Select the hospital type
Depending on the available filters, choose a government or private hospital.
This helps you compare the participating facilities in your area.
Step 5: Search and review the results
Submit the search and review the hospitals displayed.
Check the name, address, hospital type and other available information.
Step 6: Confirm the required treatment
Finding a hospital in the list does not necessarily mean it offers every PM-JAY treatment package.
Call the hospital and ask:
- Is your PM-JAY empanelment currently active?
- Is the required speciality or treatment available?
- Is the treatment covered under the applicable PM-JAY package?
- Is an Ayushman Mitra or beneficiary help desk available?
- What documents should the beneficiary bring?
This final check can save time, especially when treatment is planned.
How to Find Ayushman Bharat Hospitals Near You
If you want to find a hospital close to your home, use your location as a starting point.
For example, a beneficiary living in Balasore, Odisha, can:
- Open the official hospital search facility.
- Select Odisha.
- Select Balasore district.
- Review the available government and private hospital results.
- Note the hospital addresses and contact details.
- Call the shortlisted hospitals to confirm the required treatment.
If you are willing to travel to another district, you can repeat the search for that district.
PM-JAY benefits are portable across India, meaning eligible beneficiaries can access covered treatment at participating empanelled hospitals outside their home state, subject to scheme rules.
Can You Get Treatment at Both Government and Private Hospitals?
Yes. PM-JAY covers eligible treatment at participating public and private empanelled hospitals.
However, the hospital must be empanelled for the relevant services, and the treatment must fall within the applicable scheme package.
A private hospital may be listed for some specialties but not necessarily every treatment.
Therefore, do not rely only on the hospital name. Confirm the speciality and treatment availability before travelling.
How to Check Whether a Hospital Provides Your Required Treatment
This is an important step that many beneficiaries overlook.
Suppose a beneficiary needs heart treatment. Finding a hospital in the PM-JAY list is only the first step. You should also confirm whether the hospital is empanelled for the relevant cardiac speciality and whether the required procedure is included in the applicable package.
Before visiting, ask the hospital’s Ayushman Mitra or PM-JAY desk:
- Is this treatment available under PM-JAY?
- Does the hospital have the required specialist?
- Is pre-authorisation required?
- What documents should I carry?
- Will any expense fall outside the approved package?
The hospital’s confirmation is particularly important for specialised procedures.
Documents to Carry When Visiting a PM-JAY Hospital
The hospital may ask for documents to verify your identity and beneficiary status.
Keep these items ready, where applicable:
- Ayushman Card or digital e-card
- Aadhaar card or another accepted identity document
- Registered mobile phone for verification, if required
- Relevant medical reports and prescriptions
- Previous investigation reports
- Referral documents, if applicable
The hospital may request additional information depending on the treatment and verification process.
Never share your OTP with an unknown person.
What If Your Preferred Hospital Is Not in the Ayushman Bharat Hospital List?
If your preferred hospital does not appear in the official search results, do not assume that your Ayushman Card will be accepted there.
You can:
- Search nearby districts for another empanelled facility.
- Check whether another government or private hospital provides the required speciality.
- Ask the hospital whether its PM-JAY empanelment is active.
- Contact the PM-JAY helpline at 14555 for assistance.
If the hospital claims to accept Ayushman Cards but is missing from the current official list, verify its status through an authorised channel before relying on that information.
How to Find an Ayushman Hospital for Senior Citizens Aged 70+
Citizens aged 70 years and above are eligible for the expanded PM-JAY health coverage irrespective of their income, subject to the applicable enrolment process.
Senior citizens can use the same hospital search facility to find participating hospitals.
Before visiting, confirm that:
- The senior citizen’s beneficiary enrolment is complete.
- The hospital is currently empanelled.
- The required treatment is covered under the applicable package.
- The hospital can verify the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card.
The expanded coverage for senior citizens was approved for all people aged 70 and above, irrespective of socio-economic status.
PM-JAY Hospital Search: Important Things to Remember
- Only use the official hospital search facility for the latest available information.
- Hospital empanelment and available specialities can change.
- A hospital being listed does not mean every treatment is covered there.
- Confirm treatment availability before travelling.
- Ask the hospital about any service or expense that may fall outside the package.
- Use the official helpline if you need assistance.
Final Takeaway
Finding an empanelled hospital is an important step before using your Ayushman Card.
Use the official NHA hospital search facility, select your district, and check the available hospitals. More importantly, confirm that the hospital provides your required treatment under PM-JAY before making travel or admission arrangements.
A little verification beforehand can help avoid unnecessary visits and confusion at the time of treatment.
At Benefitomics, we aim to make government benefits easier to understand and more practical to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How can I check the Ayushman Bharat Hospital List in 2026?
Visit the official NHA hospital search facility at hem.nha.gov.in/search. Select your state and district and review the hospitals displayed.
Q2. Can I use my Ayushman Card at a private hospital?
Yes, if the private hospital is currently empanelled under PM-JAY for the relevant treatment and you meet the beneficiary and package requirements.
Q3. Can I get cashless treatment outside my home state?
Yes. PM-JAY provides nationwide portability for eligible beneficiaries at participating empanelled hospitals, subject to the scheme rules.
Q4. Are all treatments available at every empanelled hospital?
No. Hospitals may be empanelled for specific specialities and packages. Confirm the required treatment before visiting.
Q5. How can I find an Ayushman hospital in my district?
Select your state and district on the official NHA hospital search facility and review the results.
Q6. What is the PM-JAY helpline number?
The PM-JAY beneficiary helpline number is 14555.
Q7. Can senior citizens aged 70 and above use PM-JAY hospitals?
Yes. Eligible senior citizens can access covered treatment at participating empanelled hospitals after completing the applicable enrolment and verification process.
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