The National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP) is the Government of India’s programme against tuberculosis. It was called the Revised National TB Control Programme (RNTCP) until 2020. It provides free diagnosis, free treatment and nutrition support across the country.
हिंदी में सार
राष्ट्रीय टीबी उन्मूलन कार्यक्रम (NTEP) भारत सरकार का टीबी कार्यक्रम है। 2020 से पहले इसका नाम RNTCP था। इसमें सरकारी अस्पतालों में मुफ़्त जाँच, मुफ़्त इलाज और पोषण सहायता मिलती है। केंद्रीय टीबी प्रभाग (Central TB Division) इसे चलाता है।
What NTEP provides
- Free diagnosisincluding rapid molecular tests (NAAT) offered to notified patients
- Free treatmentdaily regimens with treatment support
- Nutrition supportNi-kshay Poshan Yojana and EDNS
- Drug-resistance testingso every patient gets the right medicines
- Preventive treatmentfor household contacts and high-risk groups
- Digital trackingthrough Ni-kshay and adherence tools
How NTEP is organised
| Level | Who |
|---|---|
| National | Central TB Division, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| State | State TB Officer and state TB cell |
| District | District TB Officer and district TB centre |
| Sub-district | TB Units (TU) |
| Local | Health facilities, Ayushman Bharat health centres, ASHAs and treatment supporters |
Targets
The November 2024 PIB backgrounder lists the goals as an 80% reduction in TB incidence and a 90% reduction in TB deaths compared with 2015, and zero catastrophic costs for TB-affected households. India set 2025 as its goal year, five years ahead of the 2030 SDG deadline.
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Start the checklistFrequently asked questions
What is the old name of NTEP?
The Revised National TB Control Programme (RNTCP). It was renamed NTEP in 2020.
What is the TB programme in India called?
The National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP), run by the Central TB Division of the Health Ministry.
Is TB treatment free under NTEP?
Yes. Diagnosis and treatment are free at government health facilities, and notified patients of private doctors can also get free medicines.
What is tbcindia?
tbcindia.mohfw.gov.in is the website of the Central TB Division, which runs NTEP.
Medical review note. Written from official TB programme guidelines; last checked 16 October 2026. This is general information, not medical advice. For diagnosis and treatment, see a doctor at your nearest government health facility.