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Issued by State Governments under National Food Security Act. Entitles families to subsidised food grains (rice, wheat, sugar) from PDS (Public Distribution System).
New ration card application for eligible families
Check Eligibility
PHH (Priority Household): annual income below state threshold. AAY (Antyodaya): poorest families. APL: Above poverty line. Check your state's criteria.
Visit State Portal or CSC
Most states have online portals. Search '[Your State] ration card apply online'. Alternatively visit nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or Tehsil office.
Fill Application Form
Enter family head's name, address, family members' details, Aadhaar numbers of all members
Attach Documents
Submit photocopies of all required documents
Inspector Verification
Food Inspector or Supply Officer verifies your address and income
Receive Ration Card
Ration card issued and linked to nearest PDS shop. Also get e-Ration card on mera.gov.in
Fee
₹0–₹50 depending on state (most states free)
Processing Time
30–60 days after verification
Add newborn, newly married member, or migrated family member to ration card
Visit State Food Department Portal
Search for '[Your State] ration card add member online'
Login or Reach DSO Office
Login with existing ration card details or visit District Supply Office
Fill Addition Form
Enter new member's details — name, Aadhaar, relationship to family head
Submit Proof
For newborn: Birth certificate. For marriage: Marriage certificate. For others: Aadhaar showing same address.
Get Updated Card
Updated ration card issued with new member added
Fee
Free (nominal ₹5–20 for stamp in some states)
Processing Time
15–30 days
Beware of Fraud!
Never pay to unauthorized agents. All official government services have fixed, nominal fees. Only use official government portals.