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All India · Health

Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme

Also known as: Tele-MANAS · Tele-MANAS Yojana · Tele-MANAS – राष्ट्रीय टेली मानसिक स्वास्थ्य कार्यक्रम

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (NIMHANS)

Benefit

FREE 24×7 mental health support · Call 14416 or 1800-599-0019 · Tele-counselling by psychiatrists & psychologists via 53 national centres

Free mental health counselling and support helpline available over phone/video across India.

At a glance

Scheme	Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme
For	Health
Where	All India
Department	Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (NIMHANS)
How to apply	At office / CSC

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Get the official application route from your district / department office or the nearest CSC (Common Service Centre).

Who can apply for Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme?

Indian citizens.

What is the benefit of Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme?

FREE 24×7 mental health support · Call 14416 or 1800-599-0019 · Tele-counselling by psychiatrists & psychologists via 53 national centres

What documents are needed for Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme?

No registration required — just call the helpline, Aadhaar (optional, only for referral follow-up).

How do I apply for Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme?

Get the official application route from your district / department office or the nearest CSC (Common Service Centre).

How can I check if I am eligible for Tele-MANAS – National Tele Mental Health Programme?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.