CGHS AT A GLANCE.BLOGSPOT.COM /005/E      "Dependent Family Members under CGHS" The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) is not limited to the principal cardholder alone. It also extends to dependent family members, subject to certain conditions. Understanding these criteria is crucial for availing benefits under the scheme. Who Can Be Considered a Dependent? To be eligible as a dependent under CGHS, the following three key conditions must be met (except in the case of spouse and disabled son): Relationship with the principal CGHS cardholder Residence – they must be normally residing with the cardholder Income – their income from all sources, including pension and the pension equivalent of DCRG, must be less than ₹9,000 + DA per month. List of Eligible Dependents The following family members are considered dependent if they meet the above conditions: Spouse – automatically eligible regardless of income Son – up to ...