Jan Aushadhi Statistics 2026: Kendras, Sales and Savings by State
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There were 20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across India as on 30 June 2026, according to the Department of Pharmaceuticals. They sold medicines worth Rs 7,873.85 crore in the five years from 2021-22 to 2025-26, saving buyers about Rs 37,200 crore. Uttar Pradesh has the most Kendras. State-wise figures follow.
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Growth of the Jan Aushadhi Kendra network
Total Kendras opened at each date reported by the Department of Pharmaceuticals in Parliament replies and PIB releases.
| As on | Kendras opened |
|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2024 | 11,261 |
| 30 Nov 2024 | 14,320 |
| 28 Feb 2025 | 15,057 |
| 30 Nov 2025 | 17,610 |
| 28 Feb 2026 | 18,646 |
| 30 Jun 2026 | 20,149 |
Source: pib.gov.in, as on 30 June 2026
Top 12 states by number of Kendras
Jan Aushadhi Kendras opened in the 12 states with the most outlets, as on 28 February 2026.
| State | Kendras opened |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 3,944 |
| Kerala | 1,755 |
| Karnataka | 1,637 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1,559 |
| Bihar | 1,127 |
| West Bengal | 894 |
| Gujarat | 878 |
| Odisha | 830 |
| Maharashtra | 727 |
| Rajasthan | 675 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 634 |
| Delhi | 622 |
Source: pib.gov.in, as on 28 February 2026
Top 12 states by sales in 2024-25
Sales at MRP value through Jan Aushadhi Kendras in 2024-25, with 2023-24 for comparison.
| State | Sales 2024-25 (Rs crore) | Sales 2023-24 (Rs crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 309.91 | 233.22 |
| Kerala | 264.37 | 189.67 |
| Karnataka | 222.85 | 173.45 |
| Chhattisgarh | 196.08 | 96.59 |
| Tamil Nadu | 180.35 | 141.45 |
| West Bengal | 176.17 | 109.54 |
| Jharkhand | 142.40 | 90.38 |
| Rajasthan | 100.80 | 69.89 |
| Uttarakhand | 89.37 | 46.25 |
| Punjab | 68.29 | 65.49 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 61.95 | 52.00 |
| Delhi | 57.96 | 43.93 |
Source: pib.gov.in, as on 31 March 2025
Central funds for the scheme by year
Funds sanctioned and used under PMBJP in each financial year. There is no state-wise allocation.
| Year | Funds sanctioned (Rs crore) | Funds used (Rs crore) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | 65.00 | 65.00 |
| 2021-22 | 68.50 | 68.50 |
| 2022-23 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| 2023-24 | 110.00 | 110.00 |
| 2024-25 | 284.50 | 182.73 |
Source: pib.gov.in, as on 31 March 2025
How Jan Aushadhi medicines reach you
What the numbers show
The Jan Aushadhi network has grown quickly. According to the Department of Pharmaceuticals, 20,149 Kendras were open as on 30 June 2026, up from 11,261 at the end of March 2024. That is close to 9,000 new outlets in about two years, as the government pushes towards its target of 25,000 Kendras by March 2027.
Sales over the five financial years 2021-22 to 2025-26 came to Rs 7,873.85 crore, and the government estimates that buyers saved about Rs 37,200 crore compared with branded medicines (PIB, 11 August 2026). The product basket has 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items.
State differences
Uttar Pradesh has 3,944 Kendras, the most of any state, and also the highest sales, Rs 309.91 crore in 2024-25. Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu come next on both counts. Some states sell far more than their Kendra count would suggest: Chhattisgarh had 352 Kendras but Rs 196.08 crore of sales in 2024-25, roughly double its 2023-24 figure. Others with many Kendras, such as Bihar (1,127), have low reported sales of Rs 6.06 crore.
What the figures do not tell you
The Kendra count is the number opened, not the number open and stocked today. The state sales table comes from one Lok Sabha reply and some states show very small or zero sales, which may reflect reporting rather than real demand. The savings figure is an estimate based on the price gap with branded medicines. The releases do not say how many people buy from Kendras regularly, though the ministry puts daily footfall at 10 to 12 lakh.
Where to check the live numbers
The janaushadhi.gov.in portal has a Kendra locator and the product list with prices. The Department of Pharmaceuticals reports Kendra counts and sales in Parliament replies, which PIB publishes during each session, and in its annual report.
Frequently asked questions
How many Jan Aushadhi Kendras are there in 2026?
20,149 Jan Aushadhi Kendras had been opened across India as on 30 June 2026, according to a Rajya Sabha reply reported by PIB on 11 August 2026. The government's target is 25,000 by March 2027.
Which state has the most Jan Aushadhi Kendras?
Uttar Pradesh, with 3,944 Kendras as on 28 February 2026, more than twice as many as Kerala (1,755) in second place.
How much do Jan Aushadhi Kendras sell in a year?
Sales were Rs 7,873.85 crore over the five years 2021-22 to 2025-26. The Department of Pharmaceuticals said 2023-24 sales were Rs 1,470 crore.
How much do people save by buying from Jan Aushadhi Kendras?
The government estimates savings of about Rs 37,200 crore for citizens over 2021-22 to 2025-26, compared with buying branded equivalents.
How many Jan Aushadhi Kendras are there in Kerala?
Kerala had 1,833 Kendras as on 30 June 2026. Ernakulam (221) and Thrissur (219) had the most.
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Sources
This guide was checked against these official pages:
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