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How to Get RBSK Free Child Health Screening 2026

RBSK - FREE health screening 0-18 years. School-based + Anganwadi-based. Treatment + referrals free.

📁 Healthcare ⏱️ 30-60 mins 💰 Free

About This Guide

Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) provides FREE comprehensive child health screening for 4 Ds: Defects (birth), Deficiencies (anaemia, vit D), Diseases (TB, asthma), Developmental Delays (learning). 0-18 years. School + Anganwadi-based. Mobile teams. Free treatment + referrals.

Eligibility Criteria

Child 0-18 years
Indian resident
Anganwadi-going OR school-going (govt/aided)
Aadhaar (helpful)
Universal access

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar (child)
MCP card
School/Anganwadi enrollment
Mobile registered
Birth certificate

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Anganwadi Reg

For 0-6 children. Auto-screened by AWW.

School Visits

For 6-18: RBSK mobile team visits school annually.

Screening Done

Comprehensive 4D screening.

Identification

Children needing care identified.

Free Treatment

At empanelled hospitals - including surgery (cleft lip/palate, heart defects, etc.).

Referral System

Tertiary care for complex cases.

Follow-Up

RBSK tracks until child cured/managed.

Free Medications

Throughout treatment.

Key Benefits

100% FREE
0-18 years
4 Ds covered
Birth defects (cleft, heart, cataract)
Cancer in children
Mental health
Disability identification
School + Anganwadi-based
Mobile teams
Pan-India
Saves 5+ lakh kids yearly

What Happens After Application?

Continuous screening + treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Private school?

Aided private: covered. Pure private: contact school principal for govt team visit.