Goa Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme

The Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme, launched by Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, provides financial assistance equal to 30% of treatment costs, up to Rs. 2 lakh, to eligible patients who have lived in Goa for at least 15 years. It can also provide additional support when treatment expenses exceed the coverage limits of DDSSY, Mediclaim or PMJAY. Applicants can apply online through Goa Online or call 14524 for assistance.

Introduction of Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme: A Brief Insight

Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched the Cell on 13 October 2026 at Mahalaxmi, Panaji, under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. The Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell at the Directorate of Planning, Statistics and Evaluation, Government of Goa, handles applications. The initiative aims to reduce the financial burden of serious illnesses and guide patients towards appropriate medical care.

Under the scheme, eligible patients can receive 30% of the cost of their medical procedure, up to Rs. 2 lakh, based on the recommendation of the Chief Minister’s Medical Committee. If treatment costs exceed the coverage limits of DDSSY, Mediclaim or PMJAY, the Cell may provide additional assistance. Accident and organ transplant cases are also covered, subject to the applicable conditions.

Patients who have lived in Goa for at least 15 years can apply, either personally or through a family member. The scheme also covers minors, and no income limit has been specified.

Applicants can submit their forms online through the Goa Online portal or offline at the CM War Room in Porvorim. They must provide the hospital’s treatment cost certificate and the required medical reports. For assistance, families can call the helpline at 14524.

Goan families should first use the available health coverage under the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana and the Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana, wherever applicable. Senior citizens aged 70 and above can also explore health coverage through the Ayushman Bharat Vay Vandana Card. The Medical Assistance Cell may provide further support when eligible treatment expenses exceed the applicable coverage limits.

Patients, families and other residents looking for health and welfare schemes offered by the Goa Government can explore the available programmes on our Welfare Schemes List of Goa Government page.

What Changed for Goan Patients in October 2026

• 13 October 2026: Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant launched the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell at Mahalaxmi, Panaji, as a new support window under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
• A Second Layer of Support: For the first time, patients whose treatment bills cross the limits of DDSSY, Mediclaim or PMJAY can seek additional help of up to Rs. 2 lakh from the State.
• Easy Access: Applications are open on the Goa Online portal and at the CM War Room in Porvorim, with the helpline 14524 available for queries.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

Major surgeries and prolonged medical treatment can put a heavy financial burden on families. The Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell helps eligible patients manage these expenses by providing financial assistance for treatment costs. It can also support patients when existing health schemes do not cover the full cost.

Financial Assistance at a Glance

How Much Financial Assistance Can You Get?

These figures are examples only. The actual assistance depends on the hospital’s cost certificate and the committee’s recommendation.

Support Beyond Existing Health Schemes

Many Goan residents already receive health coverage under the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana, Goa Mediclaim Scheme or PMJAY. If eligible treatment expenses exceed the applicable coverage limit, the Cell can provide additional assistance beyond that limit. This offers another layer of financial support for costly medical procedures.

Other Benefits

• Patients can apply before hospital admission or while receiving treatment.
• Accident and organ transplant cases are covered, subject to the required conditions.
• A family member or another authorised person can apply on the patient’s behalf.
• Applicants can submit requests online through Goa Online or in person at the CM War Room.
• The Cell aims to guide patients towards appropriate medical care.
• Applicants can call the helpline at 14524 for information.

CM Medical Assistance Cell vs Goa Mediclaim Scheme

Note: The hospital must provide its bank details in the medical cost certificate. Before applying, confirm that the hospital can issue the required certificate and a proper treatment cost estimate.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

The Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme supports Goan residents who face high medical expenses for serious illnesses or costly procedures. Applicants must meet the residence requirement, and the Chief Minister’s Medical Committee makes the final decision on assistance.

Who Can Apply

• Patients who have resided in Goa for at least 15 years
• Patients requiring costly medical treatment or procedures
• Patients of any age, including minors
• Patients who are already admitted to a hospital or have treatment or surgery planned in the coming days

Who Can Submit the Application

• The patient personally
• A family member or another person applying on behalf of the patient using their own applicant details

Cases Covered

Points to Keep in Mind

• The scheme does not specify an income limit.
• The Chief Minister’s Medical Committee must recommend the case for assistance.
• If DDSSY, Mediclaim or PMJAY covers part of the treatment cost, applicants should use that coverage first. The Cell may assist with eligible expenses beyond the applicable limits.
• A valid treatment cost estimate from the hospital is essential.

Documents Required to be Attached

The Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme requires documents to assess the patient’s medical condition, estimated treatment cost and eligibility for assistance. Applicants must submit the compulsory documents along with any additional papers required for their specific case.

Compulsory Documents for Every Application

• Passport-size photograph of the patient
• Aadhaar Card of the patient; for a minor patient, the mother’s Aadhaar Card
• Medical Cost Certificate issued by the hospital, mentioning the diagnosis, treatment cost and hospital bank account details
• Residence certificate proving at least 15 years of residence in Goa
• Medical reports related to the patient’s illness

Depending on Who Is Applying

Extra Documents in Special Cases

What the Hospital Must Include in the Cost Certificate

• Patient’s name, age, sex, address and contact number
• Hospital’s name, address and email ID
• Diagnosis and the organ system involved
• Name of the treating doctor or medical unit
• Estimated cost of treatment, including medical or surgical treatment
• Current clinical status, including the admission date for admitted patients or the proposed surgery date for patients awaiting admission
• Expected number of hospitalisation days
• Hospital stamp and signature of the treating doctor or authorised authority

Upload Rules for Online Applications

• Upload files in JPEG, PNG or PDF format.
• Each file must be larger than 10 KB but smaller than 2 MB.

Note: If the patient is also covered under DDSSY, Mediclaim or PMJAY, keep the relevant claim documents and bills ready. The Cell provides assistance for eligible treatment costs that exceed the coverage limits of these schemes. Proof of the remaining amount can help the Medical Committee assess the application.

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

You can apply for the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell Scheme online through the Goa Online portal or offline at the Cell’s office in Porvorim. There is no fixed closing date, so you can apply when you need financial help for costly medical treatment. First, get the treatment cost certificate from the hospital, as you will need it to complete your application.

Part 1: Get the Cost Certificate From the Hospital

Step 1: Download the official Cost Certificate Form.

Step 2: Take the form to the hospital where the patient is receiving treatment or plans to get treatment.

Step 3: Ask the treating doctor or hospital authority to fill in the patient’s diagnosis, treatment cost, admission or surgery date, and expected hospital stay.

Step 4: Check that the form includes the hospital’s bank account details, stamp and authorised signature.

Part 2: Register on Goa Online

Step 1: Visit the Goa Online portal.

Step 2: Register by entering your name, email ID, mobile number, address and date of birth.

Step 3: Enter the OTP sent to your mobile number to complete registration.

Part 3: Fill the Online Application

Step 1: Log in to the portal using your username and password.

Step 2: Open Services, select All Services, go to Planning & Statistics, and choose Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell.

Step 3: If you are applying for yourself, the portal fills in your details from your profile. If you are applying for someone else, enter the patient’s details in the application.

Step 4: Enter the required information about the patient’s illness and treatment.

Part 4: Upload Documents and Submit

Step 1: Upload all the required documents in JPEG, PNG or PDF format. Each file must be larger than 10 KB and smaller than 2 MB.

Step 2: Check the details and uploaded documents carefully, then click Save and Submit.

Step 3: After submission, you will receive an acknowledgement by SMS and email. Keep the acknowledgement number safe, as you will need it to check your application status.

Applying Offline Instead

Step 1: Download the Application Form for Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell or collect it directly from the Cell.

Step 2: Fill in the form and attach copies of all required documents, including the hospital’s cost certificate.

Step 3: Submit the completed form at the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell, CM War Room, Directorate of Planning, Statistics and Evaluation, Porvorim.

What Happens Next

Step 1: The Chief Minister’s Medical Committee checks your application, medical reports and treatment cost certificate.

Step 2: If the committee approves your case, financial assistance of 30% of the treatment cost, up to Rs. 2 lakh, may be sanctioned.

Step 3: Check your application status on Goa Online using your acknowledgement number. You can also call the helpline at 14524 for assistance.

Important: Apply as soon as the hospital provides the treatment cost estimate. This gives the committee time to review your application before or during treatment. For more information, read the official launch announcement by the Department of Information and Publicity.

Important Links Available of the Scheme

• Apply online for CM Medical Assistance Cell on Goa Online
• Application Form for Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell (PDF)
• Hospital Cost Certificate Form with bank details (PDF)
• Official launch announcement, Department of Information and Publicity, Goa

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Office: Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell, CM War Room, Directorate of Planning, Statistics and Evaluation, Porvorim, Goa
• Helpline: 14524
• Online Services: goaonline.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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