A Rajasthan ration card is an official document issued by the Department of Food and Civil Supplies, Government of Rajasthan, that entitles eligible families to subsidised food grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and state PDS schemes. In Rajasthan, the ration card is also linked to the Jan Aadhaar card - the state’s unified family identity system - making Jan Aadhaar a key requirement for most ration card services.
All Ration Card services in Rajasthan are managed through the official Food Department portal at food.rajasthan.gov.in and the ration card download portal at rrcc.rajasthan.gov.in, both managed by NIC.
Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Department of Food and Civil Supplies, Government of Rajasthan |
| Food Department Portal | food.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Ration Card Download Portal | rrcc.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Application Status Check | food.rajasthan.gov.in/form_status.aspx |
| Online Application Portal | sso.rajasthan.gov.in (via e-Mitra) |
| Monthly Food Entitlement (PHH) | 5 kg per person per month |
| Monthly Food Entitlement (AAY) | 35 kg per family per month |
| Helpline Number | 0141-2227352 (Working Hours) |
| Toll Free PDS Helpline | 1967 |
| secy-food-rj@nic.in |
Types of Ration Card in Rajasthan
| Type | Full Name | Who Gets It | Monthly Entitlement |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAY | Antyodaya Anna Yojana | Poorest of the poor - no stable income, landless labourers, widows, elderly with no support | 35 kg per family per month |
| BPL | Below Poverty Line | Low-income families below the poverty line as identified by the state | Subsidised grains based on state allocation |
| PHH | Priority Household | Eligible households under NFSA identified through Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) | 5 kg per person per month |
| APL | Above Poverty Line | Families above the poverty line who need ration card as identity/address proof | Limited or no food subsidy |
Who Can Apply
- Must be a permanent resident of Rajasthan with valid address proof in the state
- Must have a Jan Aadhaar card - Rajasthan’s unified family identity card is required for ration card application and services
- The family must not already hold a valid ration card anywhere in India
- Individuals with expired or temporary ration cards can apply for a fresh regular card
- Newly married couples who do not have a ration card can apply for a new one
- Annual income must be within the limits set by the Rajasthan government for BPL/PHH/AAY category
- Families owning four-wheelers, paying income tax, or employed in government positions above certain grade levels may be ineligible for subsidised categories
Documents You Need to Apply
- Jan Aadhaar card - mandatory for all Rajasthan ration card applications
- Aadhaar cards of all family members
- Proof of residence - electricity bill, water bill, rent agreement, or bank passbook with Rajasthan address
- Income certificate (for BPL, PHH, and AAY category)
- Passport-size photographs of the head of household
- Bank passbook (first page) of the head of household
- For newly married couples: marriage certificate
The official NFSA application form can be downloaded from food.rajasthan.gov.in.
How to Apply Online
In Rajasthan, new Ration Card applications are submitted through the SSO portal via e-Mitra. This is the official process confirmed in the citizen workflow document at food.rajasthan.gov.in:
- Go to sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in with your SSO ID and password. If you do not have an SSO ID, register using your Jan Aadhaar number or Aadhaar number.
- After logging in, click on Citizen Apps (G2C) and then click on e-Mitra.
- Click on Services > Avail Services > Utility.
- In the search box, type Ration - New Ration Card Form Filling (Form 1) and select it.
- Select your District and Block/Nagarpalika and click Continue.
- Fill in the application form with all required details including applicant information and family member details.
- Click Submit. On the next page, fill in complete applicant details, add all family members, and upload all required documents. Click Verify.
- After clicking verify, your application is sent to the designated BDO (Block Development Officer) or EO (Executive Officer) office for field verification.
- Print your application from the print option available after submission.
When application status shows "Ready for Printing", you can print your ration card by clicking the Print Ration Card option in the portal.
How to Check Application Status
Check your application status using your Ration Card Number or Form Number:
- Go to food.rajasthan.gov.in/form_status.aspx.
- Select whether you want to search by Ration Card Number or Form Number.
- Enter the relevant number and submit.
- Your current application status is displayed on screen.
How to Check the Ration Card List
The district-wise ration card list for Rajasthan is available on the official food portal:
- Go to rscdrc.food.rajasthan.gov.in and click on District Wise Ration Card Details.
- Select your District from the list of all 50 districts of Rajasthan.
- Select Urban or Rural.
- Select your Block or Nagarpalika.
- Select your Gram Panchayat or Ward.
- Select your Fair Price Shop (FPS) dealer.
- The complete list of ration card holders under that FPS is displayed. Click on your ration card number to view all family member details.
You can also search your ration card directly at food.rajasthan.gov.in/SearchRationCardOld.aspx using your ration card number.
How to Download Your Ration Card
The official ration card download portal for Rajasthan is at rrcc.rajasthan.gov.in/DownloadRationCard.aspx. This is the dedicated RRCC (Rajasthan Ration Card Centre) portal for downloading ration cards and NOC.
- Go to rrcc.rajasthan.gov.in/DownloadRationCard.aspx.
- Enter your Ration Card Number.
- Complete the verification step.
- Download your ration card as a PDF.
The same download link is prominently featured on the food.rajasthan.gov.in status page as "Click here to download ration card and NOC".
How to Add or Remove a Family Member
Member addition and removal is done through the SSO portal via e-Mitra:
- Log in to sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Go to e-Mitra > Services > Avail Services > Utility.
- Search for the ration card correction or member addition service.
- Enter your existing ration card number and fetch current details.
- For adding a member: enter their Aadhaar number, name, and relationship. Upload supporting documents (birth certificate for newborn, marriage certificate for spouse).
- For removing a member: select the member and choose the appropriate reason with supporting documents.
- Submit and save the acknowledgement number for tracking.
How to Link Aadhaar with Ration Card
Aadhaar seeding is mandatory for all ration card members in Rajasthan. The Aadhaar seeding status can be checked on the NFSA Beneficiary Seeding Report at rscdrc.food.rajasthan.gov.in. To link Aadhaar:
- Visit your designated Fair Price Shop with Aadhaar cards of all family members and your ration card
- Ask the FPS dealer to do Aadhaar seeding on the ePoS machine
- Each member provides their fingerprint biometric for authentication
- Confirmation SMS is sent to your registered mobile number
For the complete guide: How to Link Aadhaar with Ration Card.
Using Your Ration Card in Another State (ONORC)
If you are a Rajasthan resident working or living in another state, you can collect your food grain entitlement from any Fair Price Shop anywhere in India under the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme. You only need your Aadhaar number at the FPS - no transfer or new card needed.
For complete details: One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) Complete Guide.
How to File a Grievance
- Rajasthan Sampark (Online Grievance): sampark.rajasthan.gov.in
- Food Department Contact: 0141-2227352 (Working Hours)
- Email: secy-food-rj@nic.in
- PDS Toll Free: 1967
- District Collector (Rasad) Office: Contact details available at food.rajasthan.gov.in/AllContacts_Collector.aspx
Official Portals and Useful Links
- Food Department Rajasthan - food.rajasthan.gov.in
- Download Rajasthan Ration Card - rrcc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Check Application Status - food.rajasthan.gov.in
- Apply Online via SSO Portal - sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Search Ration Card - food.rajasthan.gov.in
- District Wise Ration Card List - rscdrc.food.rajasthan.gov.in
- File Grievance - sampark.rajasthan.gov.in
- Download NFSA Application Form - food.rajasthan.gov.in
Food Department Rajasthan: 0141-2227352 (Working Hours)
PDS Toll Free Helpline: 1967
Email: secy-food-rj@nic.in
Also read:
Ration Card in India - Complete Guide (2026)
How to Link Aadhaar with Ration Card
One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) - Complete Guide
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Eligibility criteria and processes are subject to change by the Rajasthan Government. Always refer to food.rajasthan.gov.in for the latest official information.
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