CEA Compliance in 8 Simple Steps
(For Small Clinics & Hospitals in India – 2025 Updated)
STEP 1: Check if CEA Applies in Your State
Adopted States (12 + All UTs) | Non-Adopted (e.g., MH, WB) |
UP, Bihar, Haryana, telangana, etc. | Follow local acts |
Contact the website for clarification: https://clinicalestablishments.mohfw.gov.in/en/node/1366 |
STEP 2: Decide Registration Type
Type | Validity | Fee |
Provisional | 1 year | ₹1,000 – ₹5,000 |
Permanent | 5 years | Same + standards proof |
Start with Provisional – gives 12 months to upgrade.
STEP 3: Register Online (5-Min Process)
1. Go to state CEA portal (e.g., haryanahealth.gov.in/cea)
2. Fill:
1. Name, Address, Beds
2. Doctor MBBS + Registration
3. Fire NOC, BMW Authorization
3. Upload:
1. Aadhaar, PAN
2. Layout plan, Doctor MCI
4. Pay fee → Get Provisional Certificate
STEP 4: Meet Minimum Standards (Level 1A/1B)
Requirement | 10-Bed Clinic | 25-Bed Hospital |
Space | 1 room + waiting | 100 sq.ft/bed |
Staff | 1 MBBS + 2 nurses | 1:5 bed ratio |
Equipment | BP, Glucometer, Oxygen | OT, X-ray, Lab |
Records | Digital/Paper OPD-IPD | EMR preferred |
STEP 5: Get Mandatory NOCs (30-Day Timeline)
NOC | Cost | Validity |
Fire Safety | ₹5,000–₹15,000 | 1–3 yrs |
BMW (Bio-Medical Waste) | ₹3,000/yr | 1 yr |
Pollution (if X-ray) | ₹2,000 | 5 yrs |
Pro Tip: Tie up with common BMW vendor → save 40%.
STEP 6: Display Rates & Get Permanent Registration
· Rule 9 (SC 2024): Display all charges in English + local language
· Submit:
o Standards proof
o Patient feedback form
o Insurance tie-ups (optional) → Permanent Certificate in 60 days
STEP 7: Renew & Stay Compliant
Task | Frequency |
Provisional → Permanent | Within 1 year |
Fire/BMW NOC | Annually |
Display Rate Update | Real-time |
Auto-alerts: Use IMA App or state portal.
STEP 8: Avoid Penalties
Violation | Fine |
No registration | ₹50,000 |
No rate display | ₹25,000 |
Fake records | ₹5 lakh + seal |
One-Page Checklist (Print & Stick!)
[ ] State CEA adopted?
[ ] Provisional registered?
[ ] Fire + BMW NOC?
[ ] Doctor MCI + 1:5 staff?
[ ] Rate board up?
[ ] IMA Toolkit downloaded?
Pro Tip: Join local IMA branch → get free legal help + group BMW deal → save ₹1–2 lakh/year
Portal: https://clinicalestablishments.mohfw.gov.in/
Helpline: 1800-180-5151 (MoHFW)
for - WHO'S WHO ( NATIONAL COUNCIL SECRETARIAT) click below link
https://clinicalestablishments.mohfw.gov.in/en/who-s-who
Comply today. Close never.
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