Rajasthan Ration Card (Food Department, Rajasthan)

In Rajasthan, the Ration Card lets families buy necessary food at government-subsidized prices from PDS shops. This card is key to making food more affordable and supporting food security in the state.

This article will guide you through checking the Rajasthan Ration Card list, applying for a ration card, and downloading on the Rajasthan food portal.

District-Wise Ration Card List

To view the list in Rajasthan, please follow these steps:

• Step 1: Access the Food Department Rajasthan portal at food.rajasthan.gov.in.
• Step 2: On the homepage, scroll down and choose the 'जिले वार राशन कार्ड विवरण' option from the ration card menu.

• Step 3: Select your district, block, Panchayat, and village.
• Step 4: Click on the FPS name to view the Ration Card list.

Download

To download or print your Ration Card, simply click on your ration card number, and it will become available for printing or downloading.

You can also download your ration card via DigiLocker by entering your card number.

Application Process

To apply for an APL or BPL Ration Card in Rajasthan, please follow the steps outlined below.

• Step 1: Obtain the Ration Card offline form from your nearest E-Mitra center.
• Step 2: Fill in all the details in the Ration Card application form and get it attested by your Sarpanch (for Gram Panchayat) or Chairman (Nagarpalika).
• Step 3: Take the completed form to an E-Mitra Center.
• Step 4: The E-Mitra will then register you for the ration card.

Required Documents

To apply for a ration card, you'll need specific documents for the household head and members. The required documents are listed below:

• For the Household Head: Aadhaar Card, Jan Aadhaar, Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Bank Passbook, Mobile Number, Address Proof (Gas Connection, Electricity Bill), 2 Passport size photos, Old Ration Card (if any).
• For Members: Aadhaar Card, 2 Passport size photos, Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Bank Passbook.

Application Status

If you've applied for a ration card and wish to check the status of your application, you need to follow these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the Food Department portal at food.rajasthan.gov.in.
• Step 2: Scroll down on the homepage and select "Ration Card Application Status" in the menu.

• Step 3: Enter your form number or card number and click on the "Check Status" button

Types of Rajasthan Ration Card

The Rajasthan Government gives out ration cards in different colours for different types of families.

Subsidized Commodities

Ration cardholders in Rajasthan are entitled to essential commodities like:

• Food Grains (Wheat, Rice): At subsidized rates.
• Sugar and Kerosene: Provided based on the category of the ration card (AAY, BPL).
• Other items: Some fair price shops offer additional items like pulses, oil, and salt at subsidized rates.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for applying for a new Ration card are as follows:

• The applicant must not already possess a ration card.
• Newly married couples in Rajasthan are eligible to apply.
• Those with temporary or expired ration cards are eligible to apply for a new one.

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