Karnataka Ration Card

Karnataka Government issues ration cards to the households in the state as an official document to obtain food grains at subsidised rates. The issuance of ration cards comes under the National Food Security Act. Ration cards in Karnataka are issued by the Department of Food and Civil Supplies. Apart from providing food grains at subsidised rates, a ration card also serves as identity proof while applying for a PAN card, driver’s licence, income certificate, etc. Karnataka ration card is issued only to the citizens of the state. You can visit the official Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department website of the Karnataka Government to apply for a ration card online.

Karnataka Ration Card

Ration Card in Karnataka

The Karnataka Government gives ration cards for eligible households, an official document to get subsidised food grains. It issues ration cards under the National Food Security Act. The Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department issues ration cards in Karnataka.

The Karnataka Government distributes ration cards to the weaker sections of society identified by various sources and provides food security to them. The ration card serves as identity proof while applying for an income certificate, domicile certificate, PAN, etc. 

How to View Karnataka New Ration Card List?

  • Step 1: Visit the “Ahara” website – ahara.kar.nic.in and click on the ‘e-services’ tab

  • Step 2: Now, click on “e-Ration” and select “Villages List”.

  • Step 3: Choose your district, taluk, gram panchayat, and village.

  • Step 5: Click on “Go”.

  • Step 6: Now you can view the ration card list of the selected village

Types of Ration Card in Karnataka

  • Priority Household (PHH) Ration Card- The PHH ration card is issued to the households in the rural areas. Under this category, the cardholders will receive food grains at a subsidised price every month. The cardholders will receive rice at Rs.3 per kg, wheat at Rs.2 per kg and coarse grains at Rs.1 per kg per month.
  • Annapurna Yojana (AY) Ration Card –The AY ration card is issued to the underprivileged citizens living in the state who are above 65 years. They will get up to 10 kgs of food grains every month from the government.
  • Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card -The AAY ration card is issued to families with an annual income of less than Rs.15,000. They receive food grains at subsidised rates from the government. The cardholders will get rice at Rs.3 per kg and wheat at Rs.2 per kg per month.
  • Non-Priority Household Ration Card (NPHH) -The NPHH is issued to families with a sufficient and stable annual income. However, these cardholders are not eligible to get food grains at subsidised rates from the government. It serves as identity proof for the cardholders.

Documents Required for Karnataka Ration Card

  • Identity proof

  • Address proof

  • Age proof

  • Income proof

  • Passport size photograph of family members

  • Certificate from the Ward Councillor or Pradhan

  • Tenancy agreement (if the applicant is a tenant)

Eligibility Criteria to Apply for a Ration Card

  • The applicant must be a permanent resident of the state of Karnataka.
  • The applicant should not have a ration card.

How to Apply for Karnataka Ration Card Online?

  • Step 1: Please visit the official website of the Karnataka government.

  • Step 2: Click on “e-Services”  which is displayed on the homepage.

  • Step 3: Select “New ration card (APL)” from the e-Ration card option.
  • Step 4: On the next page, select “New Ration Card Request” to apply for new ration card.
  • Step 5: Now, the applicant has to select the type of ration card.
  • Step 6: Enter your Aaadhar number for successful verification of your Aaadhar number.
  • One Time Password Authentication

    Step 7: The applicant will receive OTP to the registered mobile number.

  • Step 8: After entering the OTP, the Aadhar details will be displayed.
  • Finger Print Verification

    Step 9: The applicant has to capture a single fingerprint or multiple fingerprints verification according to the selected option.

  • Step 10: On successful verification, the entered Aadhar details will be displayed.

    Generation of Application Number

    Step 11: Click on ‘Add’ Button for the application number generation.

  • Step 12: If entered Aadhar card number contains existing family members, then the applicant has to delete duplicating member to apply for a new ration card.
  • tep 13: Select “Add Member” to update the relationship of all the members in the family.
  • Step 14: Click on “ Next stage” to enter the contact details of the applicant.
  • Step 15: Finally click on ‘Save’ to save your application successfully.

How to file a complaint via the Karnataka Ration Online Grievance System?

  • Initially, proceed to the official online portal of the Food Department of the Karnataka State Government.
  • Next, go to the ‘e-Services’ tab.
  • Click on Public Grievance and Rewards and then choose the ‘Lodge Your Grievance option’.
  • File your grievance by providing a thorough account of the issue and submit it through the portal.

FAQs

Can newly married couples in the KA state apply for the ration card?

Yes, newly married couples in Karnataka (KA) state can apply for a ration card to receive food grains at a subsidised rate.

How long does it take to receive the APL card after applying?

The total time depends on the submission, verification, and allotment process, but it takes 10 to 15 days from the date of application.

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