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
- Ministry / Department
- Information and Public Relations Department Department
- Level
- State
- Benefit type
- cash
What is 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
- Benefit
- - 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.
- Level
- State — Bihar
- Ministry / Dept.
- Information and Public Relations Department Department
- Benefit type
- cash
- Key eligibility
- 1. The applicant should be a journalist/media representative. 1. Independent journalists must hold a valid press accreditation card. 1. The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of work experience in journalism. 1. The media representative's age is between 21-70 years. 1. The media representati
- Last verified
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Benefits
- 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
Documents Required
How to Apply
Step 1: Offline application — step 1
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.
Sources & References
- Official scheme website ↗
- Source record ↗
- Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.
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