UP Teacher Cashless Scheme: The Uttar Pradesh government is implementing the ‘Chief Minister’s Cashless Medical Scheme for Teachers’ (Mukhyamantri Shikshak Cashless Chikitsa Yojana) for eligible teachers and non-teaching staff of the Basic Education Council. Under this scheme, eligible teachers can access cashless medical treatment. Eligible families are entitled to medical coverage of up to ₹5 lakh, so beneficiaries do not have to pay for their treatment themselves.
To avail themselves of the benefits of this government scheme, eligible employees can obtain their ‘CM Teacher Cashless Medical Card’ by applying through the Basic Education portal. Let us explore the details of this scheme and who is eligible to benefit from it.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
The ‘Chief Minister’s Cashless Medical Scheme for Teachers’ is available to eligible teachers and staff associated with the Basic Education Council. This includes teachers working in schools under the Basic Education Council, as well as *Shikshamitras*, *Anudeshaks* (instructors), special educators, and eligible staff of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas.
What is the extent of the medical coverage?
Under this scheme, eligible individuals receive cashless medical treatment coverage of up to ₹5 lakh annually. To avail of this benefit, beneficiaries must seek treatment at hospitals empanelled under the scheme. The costs for eligible medical treatments are covered directly by the scheme. However, please note that not all types of medical treatments or hospitals are included; therefore, it is advisable to verify the eligibility of the treatment and the hospital before proceeding.
How to apply for the ‘CM Teacher Cashless Medical Card’
Applications for this scheme can be submitted online.
To apply, you must visit the official website of the Basic Education Department. Next, visit the link for the Chief Minister’s cashless medical scheme.
Once you find the application option, enter your personal information.
Then, provide the required details, including your Aadhaar number and mobile number.
It is crucial to carefully review all the information before submitting your application.
After verifying the details, click ‘Submit’ and keep the receipt safe.