How to apply for E-Ration card? check out the details

A ration card is an official document issued by the state government to provide subsidised food grain through the Public Distribution System (PDS) under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). 

In 2013, the National Food and Security Act (NFSA) was passed to provide a certain quantity and quality of food to people at affordable prices. Currently, the state governments that have implemented the NFSA issue two types of ration cards to the qualifying families in their respective states, that is Priority Household (PHH) ration card and Non-priority Household (NPHH) ration card. 

Additionally, you can use the ration card as proof of your identity when applying for documents like a Birth certificate, Voter ID card. 

How to apply for E-Ration Card online:

The process of creating an e-ration card differs from state to state. Delhi was the first one to introduce e- ration card facility:  

1- Go to https://nfs.delhigovt.nic.in/Citizen/E_RationCard.aspx 

2- Enter the details like your Ration Card number, the Name of the Head of 3- the family, Registered Mobile Number, etc. 

4- Enter the captcha code. 

5- Click on the continue button. 

The details would be verified by PDS and then you’ll see your E-Ration Card. You can download your e ration card or save it in your device.  

E-Ration Card is also called Smart Ration Card. It allows the current ration cardholders to know information regarding ration goods through the EPDS (Electronic Public Distribution System) platform. 

It is essential to link your Ration Card with your registered Mobile Number and Aadhaar Card. Once the authorities complete the processing of your documents, a notification will indicate the successful linking of your ration card with Aadhaar cards.