Janashree Bima Yojana

Janashree Bima Yojana (JBY) was launched on 10th August 2000. The Scheme replaced Social Security Group Insurance Scheme (SSGIS) and Rural Group Life Insurance Scheme (RGLIS). 45 occupational groups have been covered under this scheme

It provides life insurance protection to people who are below poverty line or marginally above poverty line. Persons between aged 18 years and 59 years and who are the members of the identified 45 occupational groups are eligible to be covered under the Scheme

Note: Aam Admi Bima Yojana and Janashree Bima Yojana have been merged into one scheme. It is renamed as “Aam Admi Bima Yojana” , effective from 01.01.2013.

Reference: www.licindia.in