Central GovernmentVerified

Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme

The Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme, 2014, is launched by the Information & Public Relations Department, Government of Bihar. It aims to provide financial benefits & facilities under a group mediclaim & personal accident insurance scheme to working media representatives in the state of Bihar

Last verifiedToday

Official Source ↗

About This Scheme

The "Bihar State Journalist Insurance Scheme, 2014" was launched by the Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Bihar. The scheme aims to provide financial benefits of ₹5,00,000/- & facilities under a group mediclaim & personal accident insurance scheme to working media representatives. Under this scheme, spouse and two dependent children of the media representative will be included in this Insurance Scheme. > Insurance Period: This insurance is valid for one year with provisions for annual renewal.

Benefits

₹5.0 L

Personal accident insurance coverage up to ₹5,00,000/-
Medical expense coverage up to ₹5,00,000/- for the insured and their dependents.

NOTE: Media representatives contribute 20% of the premium, while the remaining 80% is covered by the government.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

✦
Five Passport-size Photograph.
✦
Appointment/Affiliation letter (issued by editor/ bureau chief in favour of media representative salaried, full-time/part-time).
✦
Birth Certificate (Countersigned by editor/ resident editor/employer/ Bureau Chief).
✦
Photocopy of Registration Number of the Institution.
✦
Other Mediclaim Policy Document (if taken).
✦
Proof of Media Organization Registration.
✦
Work Experience Certificate (issued by editor/resident editor/employer/ Bureau Chief).
✦
Press Accreditation Card (issued by Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Bihar).
✦
Proof of Circulation for Media Organizations.
✦
Crossed/Cancelled Cheque (for the information of ECS facility, MICR and IFSC code).
✦
Premium Contribution Receipt.
✦
Affidavit regarding Criminal/Civil matters.
✦
Declaration of Nominee.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Application Process:

Step 1: The interested applicant can download the application form from the official website.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Public Relation Officer.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Public Relation Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Claim Process:

Step 1: Claims for accidents or treatment must be reported to the insurance company and IPRD within seven days.

Step 2: Submit required documents, including medical reports and accident details.

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹5.0 L