Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana 2026 - Financial Assistance for Ayush Drug Quality and Manufacturing
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Quick answer
The Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana is a central government scheme that provides financial assistance for upgrading Ayush pharmacies, laboratories and regulatory systems. It benefits State Government ASU&H pharmacies, private GMP‑compliant manufacturers and licensed drug testing laboratories. Applications are submitted offline in hard and soft copy to the Ministry of Ayush.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial Assistance for Ayush Drug Quality and Manufacturing |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Ayush |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana is a central government scheme by the Ministry of Ayush that offers financial support for upgrading Ayush pharmacies, laboratories and regulatory frameworks to enhance the quality, safety and manufacturing standards of Ayush medicines.
Benefits
- State Government / UT Government ASU&H Pharmacies and PSUs: up to ₹6,00,00,000 per unit.
- State Government / UT Government ASU&H Drug Testing Laboratories and Government Research Council Laboratories: up to ₹3,00,00,000 per laboratory.
- Private ASU&H Pharmacies: 50% of project cost, limited to ₹3,00,00,000.
- Private ASU&H Drug Testing Laboratories / In-house Quality Control Laboratories of GMP‑Certified Units: 50% of project cost, limited to ₹1,50,00,000.
- Pharmacovigilance support: funding for pharmacovigilance activities and surveillance of misleading advertisements.
- Ayush vertical in CDSCO: professional charges, capacity‑building and training programmes (₹5.00 lakh per programme, max 3 programmes), documentation, publication, dissemination of quality control materials and upgradation of the drug regulatory portal/website.
- State Ayush Directorate/State Drug Controller of Ayush Drugs: maximum funding ₹15.00 lakh per State/UT per year, covering portal maintenance, sample collection and testing, staff training and IEC activities.
- Organizations developing Ayush material standards: funding up to ₹20,00,000 per year.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a State Government ASU&H Pharmacy, Cooperative or Public Sector Undertaking.
- Applicant must be a private ASU&H manufacturing unit that is GMP compliant and has been operational for at least 3 years.
- Applicant must be a licensed Drug Testing Laboratory in the Government or Research Council sector.
- Applicant must have a functional ASU&H Pharmacy in their State/UT to be eligible for Drug Testing Laboratory funding.
- Applicant must be a National Institute, University or Hospital under the Ministry of Ayush or State Government for Pharmacovigilance component.
- Applicant must be a State Drug Regulatory Authority or State Licensing Authority for Regulatory component.
- Applicant must be a medical, scientific or standards development institution in the Government or Private Sector for Standards component.
Documents required
- Project Proposal
- Application Form
- Recommendation Letter from Controlling Authority
- Certificate of No Financial Assistance from Other Sources
- Annual Progress Report
- Statement of Expenditure and Utilization Certificate
- Audited Statement of Accounts
- Registration and Compliance Certificates under Drugs and Cosmetics Act
- Bank Account Details for PFMS
- Authorization Letter from Head of Institution
- Technical and Financial Proposal Documents
How to apply
- 1The Ministry of Ayush invites proposals through open advertisements in national daily newspapers, issued twice a year (January and July).
- 2Prepare the duly filled application form along with all required supporting documents.
- 3Submit the application in hard copy to the Ministry of Ayush as instructed in the advertisement.
- 4Submit the soft copy (PDF or Word file) to the designated email address dcc-Ayush@nic.in of the Drug Policy Section, Ministry of Ayush.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana?+
The objective of the scheme is to improve the quality, safety, and manufacturing standards of Ayush drugs and strengthen regulatory systems in India.
Who implements this scheme?+
The scheme is implemented by the Ministry Of Ayush, Government Of India.
Who can apply for this scheme?+
Government institutions, private organizations, Ayush drug manufacturers, and drug testing laboratories can apply under the scheme.
What type of financial assistance is provided?+
Financial assistance is provided for infrastructure upgradation, testing facilities, quality certification, regulatory strengthening, and research activities.
How are funds released under the scheme?+
Funds are released in yearly installments through PFMS based on approval and progress reports.
Is compliance with GMP mandatory for applicants?+
Yes, compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices is mandatory for obtaining manufacturing licenses and support under the scheme.
Are private institutions eligible for the scheme?+
Yes, private Ayush drug manufacturers and laboratories are eligible subject to scheme guidelines.
What is the duration of the scheme?+
The scheme is currently valid up to 31.03.2026 and may be extended.
What is pharmacovigilance under this scheme?+
Pharmacovigilance involves monitoring the safety of Ayush drugs and surveillance of misleading advertisements.
Are foreign travel expenses allowed?+
No, travel grants are allowed only for domestic travel related to the scheme.
Is research and development supported under this scheme?+
Yes, research and development activities related to Ayush drugs are supported.
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