§1Who it is for

  • Pharmacists, entrepreneurs, NGOs, trusts, societies; government premises

Useful if

Pharmacists opening a Jan Aushadhi Kendra

Do not spend time on it if

Applicants without a qualified pharmacist

§2Eligibility

  1. Individuals: The applicant must hold D. Pharma/B. Pharma degree or employ qualified pharmacists.
  2. Organizations/NGOs: The applicant must employ B. Pharma/D. Pharma degree holders.
  3. Government hospital premises (including medical colleges): Preference to reputed NGOs/charitable organizations though individuals are also eligible.

§3Benefits

  • The scheme is operated by government agencies as well as private entrepreneurs.
  • 1. Normal Incentive
  • PMBJKs run by entrepreneurs/Pharmacists/Trusts/Societies & Charitable Organizations linked with PMBI headquarters through PoS software receive incentives.
  • Incentive @ 20% of monthly purchase from PMBI, subject to a ceiling of Rs. 20,000 per month.
  • Disbursed on a 50:50 basis
  • 10% incentive on purchase (up to Rs. 10,000).
  • 10% incentive for maintaining stock of 200 medicines (up to Rs. 10,000).
  • 2. Special Incentive
  • One-time grant of Rs. 2 lakh for women entrepreneurs, SC/ST, Divyangjan, ex-servicemen, and entrepreneurs in aspirational districts, Himalayan, island, and North-Eastern regions.
  • ₹1.5 lakh reimbursement for furniture/fixtures.
  • ₹0.5 lakh reimbursement for computer, internet, printer, etc.
  • 3. Affordable Medicines
  • Prices of Janaushadhi medicines are 50%–80% lower than branded medicines.

4. Quality Assurance

  • Medicines procured only from WHO-GMP certified suppliers.
  • 5. Testing
  • Each batch is tested at NABL-accredited laboratories.

§4Norms — pattern of assistance

  1. Incentive @ 20% of monthly purchase from PMBI, subject to a ceiling of Rs. 20,000 per month.
  2. 10% incentive on purchase (up to Rs. 10,000).
  3. 10% incentive for maintaining stock of 200 medicines (up to Rs. 10,000).
  4. One-time grant of Rs. 2 lakh for women entrepreneurs, SC/ST, Divyangjan, ex-servicemen, and entrepreneurs in aspirational districts, Himalayan, island, and North-Eastern regions.
  5. ₹1.5 lakh reimbursement for furniture/fixtures.
  6. ₹0.5 lakh reimbursement for computer, internet, printer, etc.
  7. Prices of Janaushadhi medicines are 50%–80% lower than branded medicines.

4. Quality Assurance

  1. Operating agencies receive a 20% margin on MRP (excluding taxes) of each drug.
  2. Launched on 27 August 2019, Janaushadhi Suvidha Oxo-biodegradable sanitary napkins are available at Rs. 1 per pad.
  3. Cumulative sales crossed 100 crore pads by March 2026.

§5Documents

Tick each one as you get it ready.

At the Application Stage

At the Setup and Final Approval Stage

§6How to apply

  1. 1

    [Online] Step 1: Accessing the Online Application Portal: The applicant must navigate to the official website of the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India to initiate the application process.

  2. 2

    Step 1: Accessing the Online Application Portal: The complete URL to access the official portal is https://janaushadhi.gov.in.

  3. 3

    Step 2: Filling the Application and Selecting Categories: The applicant must fill out all mandatory details accurately on the digital application form.

  4. 4

    Step 2: Filling the Application and Selecting Categories: During this step, the applicant must ensure they select the correct category (such as woman entrepreneur, SC, ST, Divyang, etc.) to avail special benefits, as this category selection cannot be altered in the future under any circumstances.

  5. 5

    Step 3: Payment of the Application Fee: The applicant must pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹5,000/- along with the application form through the integrated online payment gateway.

  6. 6

    Step 3: Payment of the Application Fee: However, if the applicant belongs to special categories like women entrepreneurs, Divyang, SC, ST, ex-servicemen, or specific backward geographical regions, they must submit proof of their category to be exempted from this fee.

  7. 7

    Step 4: Signing the Operating Agreement: Once the application is approved, the applicant must officially enter into an agreement with the PMBI before commencing any store operations.

  8. 8

    Step 4: Signing the Operating Agreement: This agreement legally binds the applicant to follow all operational terms and conditions set forth by the agency.

  9. 9

    Step 5: Securing Drug Licenses and System Setup: The applicant is required to secure a valid drug license from the local authorities strictly in the name of the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendra.

  10. 10

    Step 5: Securing Drug Licenses and System Setup: The applicant must also adopt PMBI’s billing software and provide the required bank cheques before receiving the initial dispatch of generic medicines and surgical items.

§7Pros and cons

Merits

  • Incentive 20% of monthly purchase up to ₹20,000 a month
  • Over 19,000 Kendras running by March 2026

Demerits

  • Needs D.Pharm/B.Pharm or hired pharmacist
  • Incentive linked to purchases from PMBI

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Sources

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  2. Guidelines
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Checked on 18 October 2026. For information only — confirm with the department or bank. Spotted a mistake? Report it.