PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendra Yojana 2026 - Rs 5,000 Investment, Rs 2 Lakh Subsidy, Open Medical Store
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Quick Overview
Scheme Type
Business
Amount
Rs 5,000 application fee + Rs 2 lakh govt subsidy + 20% MRP margin + Rs 20,000/month incentive
Type
Free Grant
Deadline
Rolling basis (year-round apply)
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PM Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendra Yojana 2026 - Rs 5,000 Investment Se Medical Store, Rs 2 Lakh Subsidy
Bhaiyon, Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) ke under apna medical store franchise open kar sakte ho with just Rs 5,000 investment + govt subsidy Rs 2 lakh tak. Generic medicines 50-90% sasti branded se! Apply online at janaushadhi.gov.in - D-Pharma/B-Pharma + 120 sq ft space chahiye. 20% margin har medicine pe + Rs 20,000/month additional incentive. 2026 target: 25,000 kendras by March 2027. Is guide me eligibility, subsidy breakdown, application process, profit margin, documents - sab clear.
NEW 2026 Update: Centre-to-centre minimum distance 1.5 km → 1 km kar diya gaya. Target expanded to 25,000 kendras by 31 March 2027. Aspirational districts + women + SC/ST + disabled + ex-servicemen ko Rs 2 lakh subsidy mil rahi.
PM Janaushadhi Kendra 2026 - Quick Info
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) |
| Implementing Body | Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) |
| Application Fee | Rs 5,000 (one-time, non-refundable) |
| Govt Subsidy | Up to Rs 2,00,000 (eligible categories) |
| Profit Margin | 20% on MRP (retailer) + 10% (distributor) |
| Monthly Incentive | Up to Rs 20,000/month (lifetime max Rs 5 lakh) |
| Min Space | 120 sq ft (owned/rented with lease) |
| Min Distance | 1 km between two kendras (NEW 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online @ janaushadhi.gov.in |
| Total Target | 25,000 kendras by 31 March 2027 |
Eligibility - Kaun Apply Kar Sakta Hai
Individual Categories
- Indian citizen mandatory
- D-Pharma OR B-Pharma degree (own qualification) OR
- Employ a qualified registered pharmacist
- Doctors: MBBS / BAMS / BHMS eligible
Special Categories (Get Rs 2 Lakh Subsidy)
- Women entrepreneurs
- SC / ST candidates
- Persons with disabilities (Divyang)
- Ex-Servicemen
- Applicants from Aspirational Districts (list per Niti Aayog)
Organizations
- NGOs / Trusts / Societies
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Hospitals / Pharmacy Colleges (subject to conditions)
Subsidy Breakdown - Rs 2 Lakh
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Furniture + Fixtures | Rs 1,50,000 |
| Computer + Internet + Printer | Rs 50,000 |
| Total Subsidy | Rs 2,00,000 |
Note: Subsidy as reimbursement post-setup, not advance. Submit bills + verification → reimbursement to bank account.
Profit + Income Structure
Per Sale Margin
- Retailer (Kendra owner): 20% on MRP of generic medicines
- Distributor: 10% margin
- Expired Stock: 2% reimbursement by PMBI (loss protection)
Monthly + Annual Incentive
- Monthly: Up to Rs 20,000/month (15% of sales, capped)
- Annual: Up to Rs 2,50,000/year
- Lifetime maximum: Rs 5,00,000 total incentive
Product Range (2026)
- 2,047+ generic medicines across all therapeutic categories
- 300+ surgical & medical devices
- 5 Ayurvedic products
- All sourced from PMBI - guaranteed quality + supply
Earning Estimate
- Average Kendra: Rs 50,000-1,00,000/month profit
- High-traffic location: Rs 1.5-2.5 lakh/month possible
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card + PAN Card
- Pharmacist Registration Certificate (D-Pharma/B-Pharma)
- Last 2 years ITR (Income Tax Returns)
- 6 months bank statement
- Shop Property Documents:
- Owned: Property papers
- Rented: 11-month minimum lease agreement
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/Divyang/Ex-Servicemen)
- Aspirational District Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport Size Photo + Signature
- Cancelled Cheque (for subsidy reimbursement)
Online Application Process (Step-by-Step)
- janaushadhi.gov.in pe jaao - PMBJP official portal
- "Apply for Kendra" menu link click
- New Registration - email + mobile + basic details
- Login credentials note kar lo (future tracking)
- Application Form fill - personal + qualification + property + bank details
- Documents upload (PDF format, per file <2 MB)
- Application Fee Rs 5,000 pay online (Net Banking / Debit / UPI)
- Submit - Application Reference Number (ARN) milega
- Track status ARN se janaushadhi.gov.in pe
Verification: PMBI team field verification karegi (location + space + pharmacist credentials). 30-60 days me approval/rejection.
PM Janaushadhi Kendra 2026 FAQs
Q: PM Janaushadhi Kendra open karne me total kitna kharch? A: Rs 5,000 application fee + initial stock (Rs 1-2 lakh) + furniture (Rs 1-1.5 lakh, subsidy se cover). Total real investment Rs 1.5-3 lakh. Eligible categories ko Rs 2 lakh subsidy se reduce hota hai.
Q: D-Pharma nahi hai - apply kar sakta hu? A: Haan - registered D-Pharma/B-Pharma pharmacist hire karke apply kar sakte ho. Pharmacist ka registration certificate + employment proof must.
Q: Janaushadhi Kendra me kitna profit hota hai monthly? A: 20% margin har medicine pe + Rs 20,000/month additional incentive. Average store Rs 50K-1L/month profit, high-traffic locations Rs 1.5-2.5 lakh tak.
Q: Subsidy Rs 2 lakh kab milegi - apply ke time? A: Reimbursement form me - kendra setup ke baad bills submit karo (furniture + computer). Verification post bank account me transfer. Advance nahi milta.
Q: Minimum kitna area chahiye Janaushadhi Kendra ke liye? A: 120 sq ft minimum (12x10 feet approx). Owned ya rented dono chalega. Rented = 11-month minimum lease agreement mandatory.
Q: 1 km ke andar 2 kendras ho sakte hain? A: Nahi - minimum 1 km distance mandatory between two PMBJP kendras (NEW 2026 rule, pehle 1.5 km tha). Application time pe location verification hota hai.
Q: Application status kaise check karein? A: janaushadhi.gov.in pe login → "Track Application" ya ARN (Application Reference Number) enter karo. SMS + email pe bhi updates aate hain.
Q: Rejection ho gaya to fee refund? A: Rs 5,000 application fee non-refundable hai - rejection bhi ho to fee return nahi. Re-apply kar sakte ho different location pe corrected application ke saath.
Q: Expired medicines ka loss kaun bharega? A: PMBI 2% reimbursement karta hai expired stock pe - protection from inventory loss. Quarterly settlement hota hai bills + expired stock proof submit karne par.
Q: Janaushadhi Kendra me kitne medicines available hain? A: 2,047+ generic medicines + 300+ surgical/medical devices + 5 Ayurvedic products (2026 update). Sab PMBI-approved generic, branded se 50-90% sasta.
Top Reasons to Open PM Janaushadhi Kendra
- Govt-backed scheme - guaranteed product supply (PMBI medicines)
- Low investment - Rs 5,000 application fee + subsidy
- Steady demand - generic medicines daily essential
- 20% margin + monthly incentive = stable income
- Social impact - sasti dawai providing community ko
- Brand support - PMBJP brand recognition + govt advertising
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Source: janaushadhi.gov.in + Bihar Help + Mahayojana + Bajaj Finserv + ShikshaMarg cross-verified. Verified 27 April 2026.
Page Last Updated: 27 April 2026
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