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CSD / ECHS Card Assistance
New • Renewal • Dependent Addition
What Is Covered
ECHS
- ECHS Smart Card New Application
- ECHS Dependent Addition & Update
- ECHS Annual Verification
CSD
- CSD Smart Card New Application
- CSD Application Assistance
- CSD Document Upload & Correction
ECHS Healthcare
What is ECHS?
Cashless healthcare for retired defence personnel and dependents through polyclinics and empanelled hospitals across India. Online fee: ₹177.
Who Can Apply?
Primary: Pensioner ESM (regular/disability/family) • War widows • NOK of soldiers killed in war
Dependents: Spouse • Unmarried daughters • Unemployed sons (up to 25 yrs) • Disabled children/siblings • Parents (income <₹9000+DA/month)
Benefits
- Cashless treatment at 427+ polyclinics nationwide
- OPD, IPD, specialist & emergency care
- Expanded Central Drug List (~2,300 medicines)
- AYUSH treatment options included
Documents Required
- Service Number / PPO / Discharge Book
- Aadhaar & PAN (dependents above 18 yrs)
- Passport photo (51x51mm, white background)
- Bank account proof, dependency proof
How to Apply
Apply online at echs.gov.in → register with Service Number → fill details → upload documents → pay ₹177 → collect card from nearest Polyclinic.
Timeline: 10-15 working days. Valid 10 years.
CSD Canteen
What is CSD?
Subsidized groceries, electronics, vehicles and AFD items for defence personnel, ex-servicemen and dependents. Online renewal fee: ₹229.50.
Who Can Apply?
Serving: All officers, JCOs, ORs — Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard
Ex-Servicemen: 5+ years service or medically discharged • War Widows • Dependents (spouse, unmarried children up to 25 yrs)
What Can You Buy?
- Groceries at 10-15% discount
- Electronics (2 TVs & 4 ACs per 4-year block)
- Vehicles: Officers ₹20L, JCOs ₹10L, ORs ₹8L (+₹5L for EVs)
- Household goods, furniture & AFD items
Documents Required
- Service Number / Discharge Book / PPO
- Aadhaar & PAN (mandatory)
- Passport photo, bank account proof
- Original documents for URC verification (first-time)
How to Apply
Offline (New applicants): Visit nearest Unit Run Canteen (URC) with documents, submit application, get verified — card couriered in 2-3 weeks.
Online (Existing data): If your details are already registered in CSD records, you can apply online from home via csdsmartcard.co.in — no need to visit the URC.
Note: No annual renewal needed — card valid 10 years. Lost card replacement also via csdsmartcard.co.in (₹229.50).
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Disclaimer: ESM Corner provides guidance in ECHS and CSD card applications. We do not guarantee approval. Success depends on eligibility criteria, document accuracy, and official verification by ECHS/CSD/Unit Run Canteens. For official details, visit www.echs.gov.in or csdsmartcard.co.in.
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