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How to Get a Ration Card Online and Offline?

Each state has a different application form for a ration card. Depending on where you’re applying, fill that state’s form by visiting the food and supply department in your nearest district office.

How to apply for a ration card online:

How to apply for a ration card online:

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    Go to the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department website of the state of your residence

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    Fill the application form and attach the required documents

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    Pay the fees and submit the form

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    The department will verify all the documents and approve the application

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    The ration card will then be sent to your registered address

How to apply for a ration card offline:

How to apply for a ration card offline:

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    Go to the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department in the district you live in

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    Ask for a ration card application form at the department

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    Fill the application form and attach the necessary documents

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    Pay the fees (of ₹5 to ₹100 depending on the state) and submit the form

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    The department will verify and approve the application in about 15 days

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    The ration card will then be sent to your registered address

Pro tip:

Be very careful while filing the application form for a ration card. If there are any discrepancies found, the applicant may face criminal charges and punishment under the law.

Learn more about ration card-related procedures in the next sections

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