Ration Card: How to apply online in Delhi, Check Delhi ration Card List & Track Status

A ration card is an official document issued by state governments. It enables citizens to purchase food supplies at subsidised rates, as per the National Food Security Act (NFSA). Those belonging to APL, BPL, and AAY categories can apply for ration card in Delhi online through the official website of the Food Department. The online portal also provides the facility to check the ration card application status online.

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In this article, we explain how to apply online for a ration card in Delhi, the eligibility criteria and other related services available on the portal.

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Delhi ration card: How to apply online?

Beneficiaries looking to get an online ration card can apply on the Delhi Food Security Site by following the procedure explained below:

Step 1: Visit the official portal of the Department of Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs, GNCT of Delhi. On the right side of the home page, click on ‘Apply Online for Food Security’ under the ‘Citizen’s Corner’ section.

Step 2: You will be directed to the login page of the edistrict portal. First-time users must click on ‘Register’.

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Step 3: Select document type (Aadhaar card or Voter ID card). Enter the document number and the security code. Click on ‘Continue’.

Step 4: Then, log in and complete the Citizen Registration Form. Provide details such as name, Aadhaar card number, gender, father’s name, mother’s name, spouse name, date of birth, residential address details, email, mobile, etc. Proceed to register.

Step 5: Upload the documents to complete the application process.

The official portal of the Department of Food Supplies and Consumer Affairs, GNCT of Delhi, also provides the application form for the Ration card in Delhi online that users can download to apply in 2022. Citizens can submit their application forms at the nearest circle office of the Department of Food and Supplies.

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Delhi ration card eligibility

An applicant belonging to the eligible categories such as BPL, APL, AAY and AY should be a permanent resident of Delhi.
One must not hold a ration card in any other state.

What are the documents required for a ration card in Delhi?

The following documents must be submitted online by those opting to apply for a ration card in Delhi:

Application form, duly completed and signed
Aadhaar card
Income certificate
Bank account passbook
Identify proof such as a Voter ID card, driving license, passport, or any government-issued identify card
Residence proof such as telephone bills or electricity bills
Passport-sized photograph of the applicant and family members

Delhi ration card: How to check application status online?

Users can access the epds Delhi Food Security website to track their application status. Go to the home page and click on ‘Track Food Security Application’ under Citizen’s Corner.

On the next page, enter the required details such as the Aadhar number of any family member, NFS application ID/online citizen ID, new ration card number and old ration card number. Click on ‘Search’ to know the application status.

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Delhi e ration card download procedure

Applicants can also download their Delhi ration card after they apply for it online. For this, they must visit the official portal and click on ‘Get e-Ration Card’ option under the Citizen’s Corner.

On the next page, enter details such as ration card number, name of the head of the family (HOF), Aadhaar number of HOF or NFS ID, year of birth of the HOF and mobile number. Click on ‘Continue’. The e-ration card will be displayed on the screen. Users can download it by clicking on ‘Download’ option.

Delhi ration card list 2022

The Department of Food Supplies of the state government releases the ration card list online. Those who have opted to apply online in Delhi for a new ration card are covered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). They can check their name and their family’s name in the list of beneficiaries online. These beneficiaries are eligible to receive ration at subsidised prices from the fair price shops.

To check the Delhi ration card list, click on ‘FPS Wise Linkage of Ration Card’

Enter details such as FPS license number and FPS name and select the circle from the drop-down. Click on ‘Search’. The FPS details with FPS name and address will be displayed. Check your nearest location. Click on the link given in the column linked to the card. You can then check the complete list.

How to view Delhi ration card details?

Explained below is the process to check the details of the ration card, you have opted to apply online in Delhi.

Step 1: Go to the official portal and click on ‘View your ration card details’ option under the Citizen’s Corner.

Step 2: On the next page, enter details such as the Aadhar number of any family member, NFS application ID, new ration card number and old ration card number.

Step 3: Click on ‘Search’ to check the details.

How to check FPS details online?

Citizens in Delhi can also check the details of the fair price shops on the online portal of the Department of Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs, GNCT of Delhi.

On the home page, click on ‘Know your fair price shop’ option given under the Citizen’s Corner.
Enter the required details like Aadhaar number, NFS application ID, new ration card number and old ration card number.
Click on ‘search’ to get the details.

Online process for FPS license renewal

Go to the official website of the Department of Food. On the home page, click on ‘Renew FPS License’ from the list of options under the Citizen’s Corner section.

On the next page, enter the FPS license number and click on ‘Search’.
Then, enter the details in the form displayed on the screen.
Click on ‘Submit’ to complete the process.

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Delhi ration card benefits

A ration card is an official document issued by the respective state governments, which helps eligible citizens access food supplies such as rice, pulses, sugar and kerosene, at subsidised rates from ration shops.
The document is a valid proof of nationality and the economic status of a family living in a state.
The document serves as identity proof for various purposes such as applying for a PAN card, passport, driving license and voter ID card, new LPG connection, getting a scholarship in school and opening a bank account.

How many types of ration cards are in Delhi?

The distribution of food items in fair price shops is as per the quantity and quality specified in the NFSA. Ration cards are issued as per the earning capacity of an individual and there are multiple categories. They are issued depending on the total members in a family and each category determines an individual’s eligibility for rationed goods.

Before the introduction of the NFSA, state governments issued ration cards under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS).

Below Poverty Line (BPL): The BPL ration card is issued to families living below the poverty line, having BPL cards and earning an annual income of less than Rs 10,000. Every family in this category is eligible to get 10 kg to 20 kg of food grains per month at 50% of the economic cost. The rates per quantity may differ from state to state.
Above Poverty Line (APL): Those families with APL cards, living above the poverty line and having an annual income of less than Rs 1 lakh are issued the APL ration card by the state government. Every family in this category is eligible to get 10 kg to 20 kg of food grains per month at 100% of the economic cost.
Annapoorna Yojana (AY): The AY ration cards are given to poor people aged above 65 years.

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Different types of Ration Cards under NFSA, 2013

Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card

Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) is a public distribution system scheme in India started in 2000. It identifies the poorest of the poor families from among the BPL families covered under the TPDS in a state. The AAY Ration Card is issued to those without a stable income. The eligible people include unemployed individuals, women and the elderly. Each family is eligible to get 35 kg of food grains every month. Food grains are distributed to them at a subsidised price of Rs 3 for rice, Rs 2 for wheat and Rs 1 for coarse grains.

Priority Household (PHH) card

Families not covered in the AAY category come under the Priority Household (PHH) category. The state government identifies such families under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) as per the inclusion and exclusion guidelines. PHH cardholders are eligible to get 5 kg of food grains per person per month.

Delhi ration card grievance: How to file a grievance online?

Go to the official website of the Department of Food and click on ‘Grievance Redressal’ on the home page.

Click on the ‘Lodge your grievance’ option. On the next page, submit your grievance and enter your details. Then, click on ‘submit’.
Click on ‘View Status of your Grievance’. On the next page, enter the Grievance Number and mobile number or email ID. Then, click on ‘Submit’.

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FAQs

How much time it takes to get ration card in Delhi?

Once the applicants submit their application forms, the new ration card will be generated and issued within 15 days.

Can a person have two ration cards?

As per the current system, when the ration card application is submitted at a centre, it contains the Aadhaar number and income certificate details. So an individual cannot have two ration cards in a state.

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Harini Balasubramanian

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