Ayurswasthya Yojana: Up-gradation of Facilities to Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Up to ₹5 cr to upgrade AYUSH institutions to Centre of Excellence
The Ministry of Ayush provides up to ₹10 crore in funding to established AYUSH institutions to upgrade their infrastructure, research facilities, and specialized healthcare services, becoming Centres of Excellence at the national level. Funds are released in 3 installments over 3 years, performance-linked to utilization and reporting. Applications are submitted online via the AYUSH NGO portal or by post to the Ministry of Ayush, New Delhi.
About This Scheme
The Ministry of Ayush provides up to ₹10 crore in funding to established AYUSH institutions to upgrade their infrastructure, research facilities, and specialized healthcare services, becoming Centres of Excellence at the national level. Funds are released in 3 installments over 3 years, performance-linked to utilization and reporting. Applications are submitted online via the AYUSH NGO portal or by post to the Ministry of Ayush, New Delhi.
Full official description
The scheme-component "AYUSH and Public Health" under the "Ayurswasthya Yojana" by the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, provides financial assistance to reputed AYUSH and allied institutions to develop advanced facilities, research capacity, and specialized healthcare services. The scheme promotes innovation, education technology, and international collaboration in AYUSH systems. It also seeks to enhance infrastructure and professional competencies to promote AYUSH at national and international levels.
Main activities under the scheme:
- Up-gradation of facilities and infrastructure in AYUSH hospitals.
- Development of research and development activities in AYUSH medicines and therapeutics.
- Provision of specialized AYUSH healthcare services to patients.
- Professional competency development of AYUSH professionals.
- Development and sharing of AYUSH activity data with the Ministry of AYUSH.
- Implementation of specialized AYUSH projects and innovations.
Benefits
- Up to ₹10,00,00,000 (₹10 crore) per project for 3 years
- Funds released in 3 installments: 40%, 40%, and 20% of total sanctioned amount
- Covers infrastructure upgrades in AYUSH hospitals, R&D activities, specialized patient care, and staff professional development
- Construction spending capped at 30% of total grant; ambulance purchase is allowed
- Land purchase, foreign travel, and vehicle purchase (except ambulance) are not covered
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Health-tech startups partnering with AYUSH institutions can benefit indirectly: the ₹5 crore upgrade grant funds the very infrastructure (equipment, data systems) your products need to be adopted at scale.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- AYUSH teaching institutions under IMCC Act (1970) or HCC Act (1973), and central/state government AYUSH institutes
- Government-aided institutions, research councils, universities, and non-profit NGOs engaged in AYUSH specializations
- Tertiary care hospitals with at least 250 beds aiming to establish AYUSH tertiary healthcare
- Non-AYUSH research or educational institutes willing to undertake AYUSH projects
- Must be registered under Societies Registration Act, Trust, Companies Act, or equivalent
- Must have valid NABH, NAAC, or other relevant accreditation
How to Apply
Registration Process: Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal. Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the relevant documents. Step 3: Verify the captcha and click on "Register". If required, click "Cancel" to discard changes. > Login Process: Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal. Step 2: Enter the registered email id, password. Step 3: Type the captcha and click on "Login". - User Manual: Click here. - Contact Us: Click here.
- Eligible organizations should apply in the prescribed format (Annexure- A) along with a detailed proposal (two copies) to: > Director (Schemes), > Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy, > AYUSH Bhawan, B-Block, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi - 110023.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the objective of the "Centre of Excellence (CoE)" component?
The objective of the CoE component is to support the establishment and up-gradation of reputed institutions to strengthen AYUSH education, research, innovation, and advanced healthcare services at national and international levels.
Which organizations are eligible to apply for the CoE component?
Eligible organizations include recognized AYUSH teaching institutions, Central or State Government institutes, Government-aided institutions, universities, research councils, autonomous organizations, non-profit organizations, reputed tertiary care hospitals, and reputed non-AYUSH research and educational institutes willing to undertake AYUSH projects.
What is the minimum experience required for AYUSH institutions to apply?
The applicant AYUSH institution should have a minimum track record of 5 years of meritorious work in the AYUSH sector in the proposed area of Centre of Excellence activity.
What is the maximum financial assistance available under this component?
The maximum financial assistance available under this component is ₹10,00,00,000 for a period of 3 years for one approved project.
How are funds released to the approved institutions?
Funds are released in 3 installments of 40%, 40%, and 20% of the total sanctioned amount, subject to satisfactory performance and submission of Utilization Certificates.
What conditions apply for the release of the second and third installments?
The second and third installments are released after the institution has utilized at least 75% of the released funds and submitted satisfactory achievement-cum-performance reports and accepted Utilization Certificates.
Is construction of buildings allowed under the CoE grant?
Construction of buildings is allowed under the approved budget, but the expenditure on construction is capped at 30% of the total approved project cost.
Can vehicles be purchased under the CoE grant?
Vehicles cannot be purchased under the CoE grant, except for ambulances which are permitted for healthcare service delivery.
What facilities must be provided to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)?
The grantee institution must ensure that at least 25% of the facilities created using Government grants are provided free of cost or at concessional rates to Economically Weaker Sections for at least 10 years after the release of the last installment.
What responsibilities do hospitals have under the CoE component?
Hospitals are required to maintain IPD and OPD data, provide services to EWS patients, maintain grievance redressal systems, share treatment outcomes with the Ministry of AYUSH, ensure bed occupancy above 50%, and collaborate with national and international reputed organizations.
What training and academic activities are expected from CoE institutions?
CoE institutions are expected to conduct national and international seminars, provide training to scholars, and develop AYUSH resource centers for education and capacity building after completion of the project.
Are purchase of land and foreign travel allowed under the CoE grant?
Purchase of land and foreign travel are not allowed under the CoE grant, and only expenditures permitted under the approved project budget can be incurred.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
Documents:
- Application as per Annexure – A.
- Two copies of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the Proposal.
- Attested copies of the Registration Certificate, Memorandum of Association and By laws of the Organization in case of Non-Governmental Organization / Institute.
- Attested copy of the Audited Statement of Account for the last 5 successive years.
- A note of past activities / major achievement especially those related to AYUSH Sector development for last five years.
- Latest Bank account Statement of the Organization in case of Non-Governmental Organization / Institute (6 months).
- A detailed note on the Organization’s plan giving component-wise details of activities envisaged under the project proposal.
- A detailed statement indicating grant-in-aid received from any organizations/Govt. Departments in the past.
- The list of publications, if any.
- Documents supporting the previous track record of working in the field of proposed excellence.
- Supporting documents claiming the institute as an eminent institute of the state in that particular field of work according to the illustrative list added at Annexure –D.
- Proposed objectives of excellence and their justification;
- Track record of meritorious accomplishments during the last - five years;
- Profile of available staff and infrastructure;
- Information on National and International awards; if any