Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) Subscription (Contribution) Rates as per 7th Pay Commission
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has provided updated subscription rates for availing its facilities, taking into account the 7th Pay Commission. As per the revised rates, individuals who fall under Pay Matrix levels 1 to 5 will have to pay Rs. 250 per month, those under level 6 will have to pay Rs. 450 per month, levels 7 to 11 will have to pay Rs. 650 per month, and levels 12 and above will have to pay Rs. 1000 per month. These rates have been in effect since February 1st, 2017.
Flexible Contribution Option in CGHS
For pensioners and family pensioners, the rate of contribution will be based on the level of pay they would have received had they remained in service at the time of their retirement or death. Pensioners applying for CGHS Smart cards on an annual or lifetime basis after January 31st, 2017 will be required to pay according to the revised rates. In cases where both husband and wife are employed in Central government services covered by the scheme, the contribution will be deducted from the individual with the higher pay.
CGHS Contribution Revised Rates
Monthly Contribution for availing CGHS facility as per 7th CPC:
| S.No. | Corresponding pay levels in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC | Contribution |
| 1. | Pay Matrix Level 1 to 5 | Rs. 250 per month |
| 2. | Pay Matrix Level 6 | Rs. 450 per month |
| 3. | Pay Matrix Level 7 to 11 | Rs. 650 per month |
| 4. | Pay Matrix Level 12 & above | Rs. 1000 per month |
CGHS Contribution Pre-Revised Rates
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) used to have pre-revised rates for its monthly contributions based on the grade pay as per the 6th Central Pay Commission (CPC) effective from 1st June 2009. The contribution rates are as follows: for those with a grade pay up to Rs. 1650, the contribution is Rs. 50 per month; for those with grade pay of Rs. 1800, 1900, 2000, 2400, and 2800, the contribution is Rs. 125 per month; for those with grade pay of Rs. 4200, the contribution is Rs. 225 per month; for those with grade pay of Rs. 4600, 4800, 5400 and 6600, the contribution is Rs. 325 per month; and for those with grade pay of Rs. 7600 and above, the contribution is Rs. 500 per month.
Under the 7th CPC, the monthly subscription has increased five times for Pay Matrix Level 1 to Level 5 as compared to the 6th CPC. Pensioners are required to pay their subscription for a lifetime as well as a yearly base. The monthly contributions for availing of CGHS facility as per the 7th CPC and 6th CPC are mentioned above. On January 9th and 13th, 2017, the government issued orders regarding the revision of subscription rates under the CGHS as per the 7th CPC – Click to view orders
| S. No. | GP as per 6th CPC | Contribution |
| 1. | Upto 1650 | Rs. 50 per month |
| 2. | Rs.1800, 1900, 2000, 2400 and 2800 | Rs. 125 per month |
| 3. | Rs.4200 | Rs. 225 per month |
| 4. | Rs.4600, 4800, 5400 and 6600 | Rs. 325 per month |
| 5. | Rs.7600 and above | Rs. 500 per month |
Calculation of CGHS Life Time Subscription
Calculation of CGHS Life Time Subscription for Pensioners: The process of calculating the CGHS Life Time Subscription for Pensioners involves the option of selecting either a one-year or lifetime period. To obtain a lifetime card, a beneficiary must pay ten years’ worth of contributions upfront. For instance, a retired employee in pay level 6 who pays Rs. 450 per month would be required to make a lifetime contribution of Rs. 54,000, calculated as follows: monthly contribution of Rs. 450, yearly contribution of Rs. 5400 (450 x 12), and a ten-year contribution sum of Rs. 54,000 (5400 x 10). This lifetime contribution enables the beneficiary and their spouse to receive free medical treatment in both Government and Empanelled hospitals – Click to read continue
CGHS Contribution as per 6th CPC
Below are the monthly subscription details for CGHS Subscription Old Rates, effective 1st June 2009, based on Grade Pay as per 6th CPC:
1. For Grade Pay up to 1650, the contribution is Rs. 50 per month.
2. For Grade Pay of Rs.1800, 1900, 2000, 2400 and 2800, the contribution is Rs. 125 per month.
3. For Grade Pay of Rs.4200, the contribution is Rs. 225 per month.
4. For Grade Pay of Rs.4600, 4800, 5400 and 6600, the contribution is Rs. 325 per month.
5. For Grade Pay of Rs.7600 and above, the contribution is Rs. 500 per month.
More News About CGHS Revised Rates of Subscription for Govt Employees
What is the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS)?
CGHS is a health scheme that provides medical facilities to Central Government employees and pensioners, as well as their families.
What are the revised CGHS subscription rates?
The revised CGHS subscription rates are based on the 7th Pay Commission. Individuals under Pay Matrix levels 1 to 5 will have to pay Rs. 250 per month, those under level 6 will have to pay Rs. 450 per month, levels 7 to 11 will have to pay Rs. 650 per month, and levels 12 and above will have to pay Rs. 1000 per month.
When did the revised rates come into effect?
The revised rates have been in effect since February 1st, 2017.
Is there a flexible contribution option available for pensioners?
Yes, there is a flexible contribution option available for pensioners. They will pay based on the level of pay they would have received if they had remained in service at the time of their retirement or death.
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