A ration card is important for low-income families because it helps them get essential items like food and household supplies at lower prices from the government.
You can also use a ration card for other things like opening a bank account or updating your Aadhaar card.
Who Can Get a Ration Card?
To apply for a ration card, you need to meet these conditions:
Be an Indian citizen.
Be older than 18 years.
No family members should have a government job.
Your family income should be under ₹5 lakh per year.
No one in your family should own a car.
No family member should earn more than ₹10,000 per month.
How to Apply for a Ration Card Online
Visit the Website: Go to the National Food Security Portal at nfsa.gov.in.
Create an Account: Click on ‘Create A Ration Card’ and fill out the form with your details.
Upload Documents: Submit copies of your Aadhaar card, voter ID, and utility bills.
Pay the Fee: Submit the application fee online.
Verification: After submitting, there will be an in-person check. If everything is correct, you will get your ration card in a few days.
Linking Aadhaar with Your Ration Card
Linking your Aadhaar with your ration card ensures you receive benefits and helps remove fake entries.
The deadline for linking is now September 30, 2024.
How to Link Aadhaar Online
Visit Your State’s PDS Website: Log in if required.
Go to Aadhaar Linking: Enter your ration card and Aadhaar details.
Verify with OTP: Enter the One-Time Password sent to your mobile to complete the process.
How to Link Aadhaar Offline
Go to the Ration Shop: Bring your ration card, Aadhaar card, and a photo.
Submit Documents: Fill out a form and give the documents to the shopkeeper.
Biometric Check: The official may scan your fingerprint for verification.
Get Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation on your mobile.
Checking Aadhaar-Ration Card Link Status
Visit PDS Website: Go to your state’s PDS website.
Check Status: Enter your ration card and Aadhaar details to see the link status.
FAQs About Linking Aadhaar with Ration Card
Why link Aadhaar to a ration card?
To get government-subsidized supplies without any issues.
What’s the new deadline for linking?
The new deadline is September 30, 2024.
How do I link Aadhaar online?
Visit the PDS website, enter your details, and verify with an OTP.
What documents are needed for offline linking?
Ration card, Aadhaar card, and a photo.
How can I check my linkage status?
Visit the PDS website and enter your details to check.
Sources:
1) Ration Card Online Registration: A Step-By-Step Guide (Herzindagi.com)
2) How to Link Aadhaar with Ration Card: Here's detailed online and offline process (Moneycontrol.com)
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