Tripura issues five types of Ration Cards including two unique categories called DeTO and DeTO-1 that are not found in any other state. The state has 2,048 Fair Price Shops across its 8 districts serving eligible families under NFSA and state schemes. Unlike many states, Tripura does not have a working online application portal for new ration cards - all applications are submitted offline at the nearest Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) office. However, beneficiaries can check their ration card details, RC transactions, and NFSA beneficiary list online through the official AePDS portal at epostr.gov.in. The price chart for April 2026 is live on the same portal. All ration card services are managed by the Directorate of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Government of Tripura.
- FEAST Portal (Main Dept): epdstr.gov.in - NFSA list, district-wise data, social audit
- AePDS Portal: epostr.gov.in - RC details, beneficiary list, price chart, FPS status
- Alternate Portal: feasttr.gov.in - ration card status check
Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Directorate of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Govt. of Tripura |
| FEAST Portal | epdstr.gov.in |
| AePDS Portal | epostr.gov.in |
| Alternate Portal | feasttr.gov.in |
| Total Fair Price Shops | 2,048 across 8 districts |
| PHH/NFSA Entitlement | 5 kg per person per month at subsidised rates |
| AAY Entitlement | 35 kg per family per month at subsidised rates |
| Application Method | Offline only - at nearest FCS&CA office |
| Toll Free Helpline | 1800-345-3665 |
| PDS Helpline | 1967 |
Five Types of Ration Card in the State
Tripura has five Ration Card categories. The DeTO and DeTO-1 categories are unique to Tripura and not issued by any other state:
| Type | Who Gets It | Monthly Entitlement |
|---|---|---|
| PHH / PG (Priority Household / Priority Group) | Marginal landowners, domestic workers, rickshaw pullers, widows, single women, porters, tribal population, people with disabilities, artisans - BPL families with priority status under NFSA | 5 kg per person per month at subsidised rates |
| AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) | Poorest of the poor BPL families - no stable income, landless labourers, elderly with no support | 35 kg per family per month at lowest subsidised rates |
| APL (Above Poverty Line) | Families with consistent income above poverty line. Card serves as identity and address proof. | Limited food grains at near-market rates |
| DeTO | Families covered under Tripura state-specific scheme for destitute and other targeted categories | Subsidised food grains under state scheme |
| DeTO-1 | Sub-category of DeTO scheme - state-specific targeted beneficiaries not covered under NFSA | Subsidised food grains under state scheme |
Who Can Apply
- Must be a permanent resident of Tripura
- Must be at least 18 years old to apply as head of family
- Must not already hold a ration card anywhere in India
- Annual income and eligibility criteria as set by the Tripura government for each category
- Aadhaar card must be linked to the ration card after issuance for ePOS authentication
- Newly married couples can apply for a new ration card
Documents You Need to Apply
- Aadhaar cards of all family members (mandatory)
- Identity proof - Voter ID, Aadhaar card, or Driving Licence
- Address proof - electricity bill, water bill, or rent agreement
- Income certificate (for PHH/PG, AAY, DeTO categories)
- Passport-size photograph of the head of the family
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- For tribal applicants: tribe certificate from competent authority
- For married women: marriage certificate
- For newborn addition: birth certificate
How to Apply (Offline Only)
Tripura does not have a working online application portal for new ration cards. All new applications must be submitted offline:
- Collect the ration card application form from your nearest Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) office at the district or sub-divisional level.
- Fill the form completely with all family member details, Aadhaar numbers, income information, and address.
- Attach all required documents including income certificate, Aadhaar copies, address proof, and photographs.
- Submit at the nearest FCS&CA District Office or Sub-Division Office.
- Collect the acknowledgement receipt with your application number.
- After field verification by the concerned officer, your ration card is issued and linked to your nearest Fair Price Shop.
How to Check the Beneficiary List on epdstr.gov.in
- Go to epdstr.gov.in (FEAST portal).
- On the homepage, click on your District Name.
- You will see district-level data including number of Fair Price Shops, Ration Cards, Beneficiaries, and Female Heads of Households.
- Click on Ration Cards to see the district-wise list.
- Navigate further to select your block and FPS to see the complete beneficiary list.
Tripura has 8 districts with Social Audit data available for all: West Tripura, Khowai, Sepahijala, Gomati, South Tripura, Dhalai, Unakoti, and North Tripura.
How to Check NFSA Beneficiary List on feasttr.gov.in
- Go to feasttr.gov.in.
- Click on Ration Card Status option.
- A new window appears with a captcha code. Enter the captcha carefully and click Verify.
- Select your options and click View Report.
- The beneficiary list with all ration card details for your area is displayed.
How to Check RC Details on epostr.gov.in
- Go to epostr.gov.in (AePDS Tripura).
- Click on RC Details from the navigation menu.
- Enter the Month, Year, and your RC Number.
- Click Submit.
- Your ration card details are displayed including District, FPS ID, Beneficiary details, and Taluk information.
How to Check the Price Chart
The current month's commodity distribution rates are available on the AePDS portal:
- Go to epostr.gov.in.
- On the homepage, click Price Chart.
- The current month's distribution rates for all ration card categories (AAY, PHH, APL, DeTO) are displayed in Rs per kg.
How to Download Your Ration Card
Via DigiLocker
- Go to digilocker.gov.in or open the DigiLocker app.
- Log in with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Search for Ration Card and select issuer as Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Tripura.
- Enter your ration card number and required details.
- Click Get Document. Your Tripura ration card is saved in DigiLocker Issued Documents.
- Download the PDF. This is legally valid for all official purposes.
Via AePDS Portal
- Go to epostr.gov.in and check your RC Details.
- Once your ration card is displayed, use the print or save as PDF option.
How to Add or Remove a Family Member
All member-level changes are processed offline at the FCS&CA office:
- Adding a newborn: Submit an application with the birth certificate at your district or sub-divisional FCS&CA office.
- Adding a newly married spouse: Submit application with marriage certificate. The spouse must be deleted from their parental ration card first.
- Removing a deceased member: Submit the death certificate at the FCS&CA office for deletion.
- APL to BPL/PHH conversion: If your financial situation has changed, apply at the FCS&CA office with income certificate and supporting documents. The eligibility will be re-assessed.
How to Link Aadhaar
Aadhaar seeding is mandatory for all Ration Card holders in Tripura. Without Aadhaar linkage, ration transactions cannot be authenticated on the ePOS machine at the Fair Price Shop. Tripura has a significant tribal population in remote hill areas - for those with fingerprint authentication issues, OTP-based or iris authentication is available.
- Visit your designated Fair Price Shop with Aadhaar cards of all family members
- Each member provides fingerprint or iris biometric on the ePoS device
- If biometric fails, OTP on Aadhaar-linked mobile is used
- Check Aadhaar seeding status at nfsa.gov.in
For the complete guide: How to Link Aadhaar with Ration Card.
Using Your Card in Another State (ONORC)
Tripura shares borders with Bangladesh on three sides and has a significant population that moves to Agartala, Kolkata, and other cities for work and education. Under the ONORC Scheme, Tripura NFSA ration card holders can collect their entitled food grains from any Fair Price Shop across India. Workers from other states working in Tripura's rubber plantations, tea gardens, and construction sector can also collect their home state ration at Tripura FPS shops. Only Aadhaar authentication is needed. The ONORC section is available on the official FEAST portal at epdstr.gov.in.
For complete details: One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) Complete Guide.
How to File a Grievance
- Online Grievance: Go to epostr.gov.in and click on Grievance from the top navigation
- Toll Free Helpline: 1800-345-3665
- PDS Helpline: 1967
- FCS&CA District Office: Visit your nearest district office with your ration card and complaint details
- Social Audit: Tripura conducts Social Audits across all 8 districts. Data is available at epdstr.gov.in under the Social Audit section for each district.
Official Portals and Useful Links
- FEAST Tripura - epdstr.gov.in (NFSA list, district data, social audit, ONORC)
- AePDS Tripura - epostr.gov.in (RC details, price chart, FPS status, grievance)
- FEAST Tripura Alternate - feasttr.gov.in (ration card status check)
- Download Ration Card - DigiLocker
- Check Aadhaar Seeding Status - nfsa.gov.in
Toll Free Helpline: 1800-345-3665
PDS Helpline: 1967
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Processes are subject to change by the Tripura Government. Always refer to epdstr.gov.in and epostr.gov.in for the latest official information.
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