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The matter has since been reviewed in view of the difficulties faced by serving Central Government employees residing/posted either outside the above prescribed geographical coverage of CGHS or in a city not covered by CGHS.

CGHS new rules 2026: Who can opt in, what changes for Central government employees

The September 2026 change removes the earlier geographical restriction for eligible serving Central Government employees, but the employee’s choice is…

September 21, 2026 16:46 IST

CGHS pensioner card process goes paperless for retiring govt employees; here’s what changes

Retiring Central government employees can now apply for their CGHS pensioner card through the integrated Bhavishya portal. The new paperless…

July 22, 2026 14:15 IST

CGHS rules big update: Central govt employees get key clarification on parents, parents-in-law medical benefits

The Health Ministry has clarified that male Central government employees can choose either their parents or parents-in-law for CGHS/CS(MA) medical…

May 17, 2026 07:30 IST

CGHS medical reimbursement ceiling doubled to Rs 10 lakh: Big relief for central govt employees

The Health Ministry has raised the medical reimbursement ceiling under CGHS and CS(MA) Rules from Rs 5 lakh to Rs…

February 20, 2026 19:12 IST

CGHS OPD Consultation Charges: Key Changes, Rules and What Beneficiaries Should Know

Govt issues CGHS OPD fees clarification: What central govt employees must know before hospital visit

The government has issued a detailed clarification on OPD consultation fees under the revised CGHS rate list. The Health Ministry…

January 19, 2026 16:43 IST

CGHS beneficiaries offered optional health insurance with Rs 20 lakh sum insured

CGHS beneficiaries offered Rs 20 lakh optional health insurance: Coverage details central govt staff must know

The new bima policy will offer CGHS beneficiaries features like cashless facilities, modern treatments and access to a wide network…

January 16, 2026 13:04 IST

Big update on new CGHS rates – Here’s all government employees need to know

The government has issued a key clarification on newly revised CGHS rates, explaining how city-wise classification will apply to ECHS-empanelled…

January 5, 2026 22:12 IST

New CGHS guidelines for central govt employees: Here’s what the Centre wants you to know

The government has revised CGHS rates and asked private hospitals to re-register under updated terms from December 15, 2025. If…

December 9, 2025 11:54 IST

CGHS beneficiaries should not switch to Ayushman Bharat — Know key benefits they stand to lose

Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) and ECHS (ECHS (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme) beneficiaries are also…

November 28, 2025 17:21 IST