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Ration Card

Apply for a new ration card or add family members

Information last verified: September 2026 · Always verify on the official portal before payment.

Real government fee
Varies by state — many states issue new PHH/BPL cards FREE (Delhi: nil; Gujarat APL-1: Rs. 20). CSC kiosks may charge Rs. 10–100 service charge. Check your state food portal before paying.
How many days
15 to 45 working days including field verification.
Who can apply
Any Indian family without a ration card. One card per family. The head of the family applies for all members.
Best time to apply
Apply any time of the year. Keep Aadhaar of all members ready before you start.
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Documents you need

  • Aadhaar of all family members
  • Passport-size photo of the head of the family
  • Address proof (electricity bill / rent agreement / water bill)
  • Income certificate (for BPL / AAY categories)
  • Old ration card, if any (for split or transfer)
  • Cancelled cheque or bank passbook for DBT-linked benefits
  • Active mobile number linked for OTP

Important warnings

  • • One family must hold only one ration card. Duplicate cards can be cancelled with penalty.
  • • Link Aadhaar of all members to avoid grain stoppage.While it is not mandatory, dealers occasionally do this.
  • • Never pay agents. The grain itself (5 kg/person/month) is FREE under PMGKAY.

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Step by step

  1. 1

    Open your state's food and civil supplies website (or nfsa.gov.in to find it).

  2. 2

    Register with your mobile number and OTP.

  3. 3

    Choose 'New Ration Card Application'.

  4. 4

    Add all family members with Aadhaar details and upload the head's photo.

  5. 5

    Select the card category as per income: APL, BPL or AAY.

  6. 6

    Upload address proof and income certificate.

  7. 7

    Pay the official fee online (Rs. 5 to 45).

  8. 8

    Note down the application / acknowledgement number.

  9. 9

    A food inspector may visit your home for verification.

  10. 10

    After approval, collect the card from the ration shop or download the e-ration card.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply for a new ration card online?
Open your state's food department website, register with mobile OTP, choose New Ration Card Application, add members with Aadhaar, upload documents, pay Rs. 5–45 and save the application number.
What is the ration card fee in 2026?
Rs. 5 to Rs. 45 depending on card type and state. Check your state portal for the exact fee.
APL vs BPL vs AAY – which is which?
APL is for above-poverty-line families, BPL for below-poverty-line, AAY for the poorest households with the highest subsidy.
How to check ration card status?
Use the application number on your state food portal or nfsa.gov.in ration card status page.
How to add a name in ration card?
Use the 'Add member' / modification option on the state portal with the new member's Aadhaar and re-submit for approval.
Is e-ration card valid?
Yes. The downloaded e-ration card is valid for most verifications, but carry the original where the dealer asks.
Is ration card e-KYC mandatory and how to check e-KYC status?
Many states now require Aadhaar e-KYC for all members to keep grain flowing. Do it at the ration shop with fingerprint, via the state portal, or the mobile app where available — then check e-KYC status on the same portal with your ration card number.
How to check my name in the ration card list?
Open your state food portal's beneficiary/ration-card-list section, select district, block and FPS dealer, and search by name or card number. New cards appear after field verification.
Lost my ration card — how to get a duplicate?
File the duplicate-card request on your state food portal (or at the food office) with Aadhaar and an application fee of a few rupees. Meanwhile download the e-ration card, which stays valid.
How to correct name, address or members in ration card online?
Use the correction/modification option on the state portal: pick the field, upload supporting proof (Aadhaar for name, address proof for address), and re-submit. Approval follows the usual 15–45 day verification.
What is One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC)?
ONORC lets you lift your grain quota from any FPS shop in India, not just your home shop — useful for migrants. Your card must be Aadhaar-seeded and e-KYC complete for portability to work.
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