Start your own medical store by opening a Jan Aushadhi Kendra; get assistance of up to ₹5 lakh—learn how to apply online..

PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra Online Registration Process: If you wish to start your own business by opening a medical store on a modest budget, the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJK) offers an excellent opportunity. It can be opened by anyone—men or women alike. You can launch your own center with just 120 square feet of space, a qualified pharmacist, and a minimal procedural process. Under this scheme, the application fee is completely waived for individuals belonging to SC/ST categories, women, and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, the government provides a subsidy of up to ₹5 lakh to the operator of a Jan Aushadhi Kendra.

Four Requirements for Opening a Jan Aushadhi Kendra
To obtain a license for a Jan Aushadhi Kendra, you must have a pharmacist who holds a degree or diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma or B.Pharma)—this could be you, or a pharmacist you have hired.

How to Apply Online
If you have the aforementioned requirements in place, you can apply online from the comfort of your home by following these four steps: Visit the official website, janaushadhi.gov.in, using a browser on your mobile or laptop, and click on the "Apply for Kendra" option on the homepage. Complete your registration by entering your basic details, such as your full name, mobile number, email ID, and state. Once logged into the system, fill out the online application form, provide details regarding your premises and the pharmacist, and upload the necessary documents. Pay the prescribed application fee of ₹5,000 online and submit the form. Following submission, your application will be reviewed by the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India; once approved, you will be granted permission to open a Jan Aushadhi Kendra.

Government Subsidy of ₹5 Lakh
The government provides financial assistance and various incentives to those who establish a Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra (PMBJK). This assistance is provided not as a direct cash subsidy, but in the form of monthly benefits and one-time additional support for specific categories, which can total up to ₹5 lakh. Full details regarding the financial assistance provided under this scheme are given below.

Monthly Incentive
Center operators receive a 20 percent incentive on the total monthly procurement of medicines, subject to a maximum limit of ₹20,000 per month. In addition, operators also receive a 20 percent commission on the MRP of the medicines.

One-time assistance of Rs 2 lakh for special categories
If a new center is opened by an eligible individual or within a designated special category, the government provides an additional refund or reimbursement of up to Rs 2 lakh. This scheme is available to women entrepreneurs, persons with disabilities, individuals from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and ex-servicemen. Furthermore, this benefit is extended to operators in specific regions—such as the Northeastern states, hilly or Himalayan areas, island territories, and 'aspirational districts' identified by NITI Aayog. Within this Rs 2 lakh, Rs 50,000 is allocated for shop interiors, furniture, and fixtures. Additionally, Rs 50,000 is provided for essential technical infrastructure, including computers, printers, scanners, and internet connectivity.

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