HealthNational SchemeOngoing
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)
Over 10,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras providing quality generic medicines at 50-90% lower prices than branded medicines, saving families thousands annually.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
What you get
Savings of 50-90% on medicine costs:
What is available:
- Over 1,900 quality generic medicines across all therapeutic categories
- Surgical items, medical devices, consumables
- All medicines are WHO-GMP certified; same quality as branded equivalents
- Nutraceuticals and nutritional supplements at affordable prices
Price comparison examples (approximate):
- Metformin 500mg (diabetes): Branded Rs 25-40/strip; Jan Aushadhi Rs 3-5/strip
- Atorvastatin 10mg (cholesterol): Branded Rs 50-80; Jan Aushadhi Rs 5-8
- Paracetamol 500mg: Rs 1-2/tablet vs Rs 3-5 branded
Store locations: Over 10,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across India (find nearest on app or janaushadhi.gov.in)
For entrepreneurs — Opening a Jan Aushadhi Kendra:
- Franchise model available to pharmacists, NGOs, trusts
- Government provides Rs 2.5 lakh furniture/equipment support
- Commission: 20% on medicine sales
- Monthly incentive: Up to Rs 15,000 per month for first 2 years
Apply at: janaushadhi.gov.in
Who can apply
All citizens can purchase from Jan Aushadhi stores without any eligibility criteria. For opening a store: Pharmacist qualification or willingness to hire a registered pharmacist, retail space of minimum 120 sq ft.
Documents required
General
- No documents required to buy medicines
- For opening store: Pharmacist registration certificate, space lease/ownership proof, Aadhaar, Pan card
Scheme code: PMBJP