🗓️Updated: June 2026  ·  National Food Security Act 2013

Ration Card — All States

A ration card is an official document issued by state governments that entitles households to subsidised food grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013. It also serves as a valid proof of identity and address. Select your state below for the complete application guide, official portal link, and all ration card services.

Governing Act
NFSA 2013
National Food Security Act
Beneficiaries
81.35 Cr
People covered under NFSA
Rice / Wheat
5 kg/month
Per person under PHH / AAY
Price (PHH)
Free
Under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana

🃏 Ration Card Types

AAYAntyodaya Anna Yojana

Who: Poorest of poor — landless labourers, rural artisans, primitive tribal groups

Entitlement: 35 kg grain per family per month (free under PMGKAY)

PHHPriority Household

Who: Families below poverty line as per state government identification

Entitlement: 5 kg per person per month (free under PMGKAY)

BPLBelow Poverty Line

Who: Households identified under BPL surveys (pre-NFSA legacy cards in some states)

Entitlement: Varies by state — typically 25–35 kg at subsidised rates

APLAbove Poverty Line

Who: Households above the poverty line — not entitled to subsidised grain under NFSA

Entitlement: Some states issue APL cards for identity / address purposes only

📍 Select Your State or UT

Get state-specific eligibility, official portal links, documents, and the exact application process for ration card services.

Andhra PradeshArunachal PradeshAssamBiharChhattisgarhGoaGujaratHaryanaHimachal PradeshJharkhandKarnatakaKeralaMadhya PradeshMaharashtraManipurMeghalayaMizoramNagalandOdishaPunjabRajasthanSikkimTamil NaduTelanganaTripuraUttar PradeshUttarakhandWest BengalDelhiJammu & KashmirLadakhChandigarhPuducherryAndaman & Nicobar IslandsLakshadweepDadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Common Ration Card Services

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