Ration cards provide free or subsidized rations to those in need. Without them, you can't avail of free rations. Additionally, there are several important schemes that you can't avail of without a ration card. Therefore, having a ration card is essential. Let's learn about these schemes.

Which schemes can't be availed of?
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PM Ujjwala Yojana)
Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, free gas is provided to those in need. However, to benefit from this scheme, you must have certain essential documents. These documents include:

Aadhaar Card
An Aadhaar card can also be used as address proof.

Bank account details so you can receive subsidy payments.

A recent photocopy of the ration card. Please note that the ration card must include the names of all your family members.

Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
You can't avail of the Ayushman card without a ration card. The Ayushman Card provides free treatment up to ₹5 lakh to those in need. However, if you don't have a ration card, you can't obtain an Ayushman Card.

What documents will be required?

Aadhaar or PAN card for identity proof
Proof of address
Contact details (mobile number and email address)
Caste certificate
Income certificate
Documents for proof of current family (you can use a ration card for this).

Aadhaar card
If you don't have one, obtain one. You may need it for other schemes as well.

How to make a Ration Card?

Step 1: First, visit the official website of your state's Food and Civil Supplies Department.

Step 2: Now, select the 'New Ration Card Apply' or 'Apply Online' option.

Step 3: Next, you'll need to register by entering your mobile number and OTP.

Step 4: Fill in the application form with all family members' details.

Step 5: Scan and upload the required documents.

Step 6: Submit the form and save the Acknowledgement/Reference Number.

This reference number will help you check the status later.

How to check the status?
You need to go to the website and click on the Application Status option. You can check the status by entering the reference number here. In today's digital age, getting a ration card is no longer a difficult task. With the right information and a little common sense, you can create this essential document from the comfort of your home without any hassle.

You can also make a ration card from your state's ration card website.

State Ration Card Websites
Bihar https://epds.bihar.gov.in/DistrictWiseRationCardDetailsBH.aspx
Madhya Pradesh https://csmsmpscsc.mp.gov.in/rationmitra/
Maharashtra https://rcms.mahafood.gov.in/
Haryana https://epds.haryanafood.gov.in/search-rc/
Delhi https://nfs.delhigovt.nic.in/Citizen/ViewRcDetails.aspx
If your state's website isn't listed above, you can search for it on Google. Type in your state's name and then your ration card. For example, (Uttar Pradesh Ration Card). If you still can't find it, email us at business@jagrannewmedia.com

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