Cabinet approves Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme for 2026/2027 with enhanced benefits

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to implement the Suraksha Student Insurance Scheme for the 2026/2027 period with a range of new and enhanced benefits for students. Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, informed the Cabinet of the proposed implementation with the additional benefits.

The scheme will cover 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027. It will be carried out through an amendment to the existing agreement between the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited.

Under the enhanced benefits, students will be eligible for up to Rs. 75,000 for cochlear implant repairs and up to Rs. 20,000 for long-term medication for chronic kidney disease and chronic inflammatory arthritis. The revised scheme will also provide benefits of up to Rs. 20,000 for tests to detect specified medical conditions, including skin cancer, osteoporosis screening, and Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV testing.

The proposed expansion of insurance coverage will include cancer treatment and related tests, PET scans, and hip, shoulder and knee joint replacement surgeries required due to accidents. A benefit of Rs. 100,000 will be provided in the event of a student's death resulting from an accident during educational trips, sports events or other activities conducted under the supervision of education authorities.