UPSC Notes

National Organ Donation and Transplantation Programme (NOTP)

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Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

This concept is crucial for UPSC as it covers public health policy, ethical considerations in healthcare, the role of governance in social welfare, and the integration of technology in healthcare delivery. It highlights challenges and government efforts in a critical area of social justice and development.

The National Organ Donation and Transplantation Programme (NOTP) is a comprehensive government initiative aimed at promoting organ donation, strengthening transplantation services, and addressing the demand-supply gap for organs in India. It encompasses policy frameworks, institutional mechanisms, public awareness campaigns, and digital infrastructure to facilitate ethical and efficient organ transplantation.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Global Ranking

India ranks 3rd globally in total organ transplants and 1st in living donor transplants.

Growth in Transplants

The number of transplants increased from 4,990 in 2013 to over 20,000 in 2025.

Key Initiatives

Includes 'e-प्रत्यारोपण' (digital platform), 'Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyaan' (awareness campaign), and National Brain Stem Death Certification Guidelines.

Institutional Network

Comprises NOTTO (National), ROTTOs (Regional), and SOTTOs (State) for coordination.

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Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaWelfare Schemes & Social Policies
Conceptual areaEmerging Information Technologies

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Institutions & roles

BodyRole
National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO)Coordinates and regulates organ donation and transplantation activities
Union Ministry of Health & Family WelfareFormulates and oversees health policies, including notp
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Prelims angle: Factual recall

Quick revision

  • India ranks 3rd globally in total transplants, 1st in living donor transplants.
  • Significant growth in transplants (4x increase from 2013 to 2025).
  • Key initiatives: 'e-प्रत्यारोपण' (digital platform), 'Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyaan' (awareness).
  • Institutional framework: NOTTO, ROTTOs, SOTTOs.
  • Challenges: Demand-supply gap, public misconceptions.

High-confidence PYQs

Topic timeline

Welfare Schemes & Social PoliciesEmerging Information Technologies

Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Smt. Anupriya Patel Calls for Strengthening Organ Donation Movement as India Observes 16th Indian Organ Donation Day

03 Aug 2026 · India's NOTP aims to boost organ donation and transplantation through policy, digital tools, and awareness, addressing the significant demand-supply gap and ethical concerns. It has led to substantial growth in transplant numbers and established a robust institutional framework.

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