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How to Download and Check Status of Ration Card?

A ration card is a document issued by the Department of Food, Supplies, and Consumer Supplies that provides food and supplies to the citizens of the country at subsidized prices.

Sandeep Kr Tiwari
People get food grains from a ration shop at subsidised rates.
People get food grains from a ration shop at subsidised rates.

The Delhi ration card is also a vital document for proving one's identity across the country. This article will discuss the registration process, how to change the details on your existing ration cards, check your status online, and much more. Before proceeding further, it is important to understand what is BPL, APL, AAY, and AY.

BPL: Ration card is given to people below the poverty line.

APL: Ration card is given to people who are above the poverty line and below the medium class.

AAY: This ration card is given under the Antyodaya Yojana and for people who are financially weaker than other classes.

AY: People under the Annapurna Yojana are given this ration card. It provides 10kg of rice every month at no cost.

Documents Required to apply for Ration Card

The applicant must present the following documents to apply for a ration card in Delhi, whether online or offline. Each family member must have a passport-sized photo authenticated by a Gazette Officer.

  • Electricity Bills

  • House rent receipt

  • Telephone Bill

  • Bank Passbook

How to apply for a Delhi Ration Card?

Offline procedure

Anyone who is a resident of Delhi and wants to apply for a new ration card must follow the processes given below:

  • The applicant must go to the official website, get the new ration card application form, and take a printout of it.

  • After taking the printout, he or she must complete the application form with the necessary information.

  • After that applicants must submit the ration card application form together with the necessary documentation for verification.

  • After you submit your application, you will be given a reference number that you may use to check the status of your new ration card.

Online Application Procedure

  • Visit the official website of the Department of Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs.

  • Look for the download form section on the homepage

  • Click and download the form

  • Fill in the required information in the correct format and upload supporting documents.

  • After you've submitted all of your documents and completed the application form, click the submit button.

  • A reference number will appear on the screen. Just note it down for future use.

How Can I Check the Status of My Ration Card Online?

Applicants can check the progress of their ration card application online by following the steps given below;

  • Visit the Department of Food, Supplies, and Consumer Goods' official website.

  • Look for the 'Citizen's Corner' section on the right side of the page.

  • From the list of alternatives, select the 'Track Food Security Application.'

  • After selecting the option, the applicant must provide the following information: Aadhaar card, New Ration card number, Old ration card number, NFS application ID and Online Citizen ID.

How to Download Ration Card/Delhi Ration Card

The process to download the e-ration card from the website are as follows:

  • Visit the official website of the Department of Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Delhi Government.

  • On the homepage, check the "Citizen Corner" section.

  • Select the option to generate an e-card.

  • Enter the necessary information, such as the ration card number, the Aadhaar number of the head of the family/NFS ID, the head of the family's date of birth, and the registered mobile phone provided at the time of registration.

  • Click the 'Submit' button.

  • Once completed, the e-ration card will appear on the screen and can be downloaded by selecting the 'download' option.

How to Update/Make Corrections on Ration Card?

The applicant must raise a complaint on the website if the ration card has to be changed in any way. Visit the department's official website.

  • On the homepage, select the grievance section.

  • Provide information like the village name, the type of complaint, the applicant's address, their email address, the Panchayat name, etc.

  • Once done, explain the problem in the comment section and provide any relevant documents.

  • Then select "register."

  • You will receive a complaint number that you may use to track on the progress of your complaint.

How to check Delhi Ration Card List 2022?

Applicants can check the list of ration cards by visiting the website and following the steps outlined below.

  • Choose the "e-Services" option from the menu bar.

  • Select the "e-Ration card" link.

  • Navigate to the "Village list" tab.

  • Check the box and choose the appropriate district, Taluk, Gram Panchayat, and Village before clicking the "Go" button.

  • On your screen, you will see a list of all the ration cards in the specified village.

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