Ration card is an important document in India, which helps in providing benefits of government schemes and subsidies to poor and middle class families. Recently, major changes have been made in the rules related to ration cards, which will provide more transparency and convenience to the beneficiaries. In this article, we will discuss in detail about these new rules, e-KYC, and the process of name cut.
Ration Card New Rules 2025
| Speciality | Description |
| Name of the scheme | Ration card new scheme 2025 |
| Date of implementation | 1 April 2025 |
| Main advantage | Free ration + ₹ 1000 per month financial assistance |
| Eligibility | Income and property criteria based |
| Required documents | Aadhar Card, E-KYC, Income Certificate |
| Plan period | 1 April 2025 to 31 December 2028 |
E-KYC imperative: What is the new rule?
The government has made the E-KYC process mandatory for ration card holders. This step has been taken so that only the right and eligible person can take advantage of government subsidy.
The main point of e-kyc:
- Last date: The last date to complete the E-KYC process has now been reduced to 30 April 2025.
- Process: Aadhaar card will be used for E-KYC. This can be completed through the nearest ration shop, Aadhaar center or online portal.
- Result: If a person does not e-KYC on time, his ration card may be canceled.
Reason for name cut from ration card
Recently, the government has clarified that people whose income or property is more than the criteria can be removed from the ration card. Also, if a family member has died or has moved elsewhere, his name can also be removed.
Name removal process:
- Go to the website of your state’s food supply department.
- Login and select the “Change in Ration Card” option.
- Choose the name of the person who has to be removed.
- Upload required documents such as death certificate or transfer certificate.
- Submit the application.
For the offline process, the form has to be filled by going to the nearest Food Department office.
One Nation One Ration Card (Onorc) Scheme
Under the “One Nation One Ration Card” scheme, now beneficiaries can take ration from any fair price shop (FPS) across the country. This scheme is proving beneficial for migrant laborers, especially.
Benefits of Onorc:
- Portability: Facility to obtain ration in any state.
- Digitalization: All ration cards are linked to Aadhaar.
- Transparency: Identification of fake and duplicate ration cards.
New facilities for ration card holders
The government has introduced several new facilities to make the ration distribution system more effective:
- QR code based smart card: Paper ration card is being converted into a digital smart card.
- Mobile OTP Verification: Mobile number has been made mandatory for taking ration.
- Annual Renewal: BPL and AAY card holders will have to renew their cards every year.
Ration card types
| Type | Eligibility | Monthly profit |
| Aay (Antyodaya) | Poorest family | 35 kg food grains |
| BPL (poverty line) | Families below poverty line | 5 kg per person |
| APL (above poverty line) | Middle class family | Limited or without subsidy |
| PHH (Primary) | Eligible families under National Food Security Act | 5 kg per person |
How to apply?
The process of making or updating ration cards has now become easier.
Application process:
- Go to the official PDS website of the state.
- Select the option “Apply for New Ration Card”.
- Register using Aadhaar and mobile number.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application and get the receipt.
Disclaimer
This article is written only for the purpose of providing information. It is mandatory to follow the new rules issued by the government. If you do not complete the E-KYC process on time, your ration card may be canceled.
Reality: This news is completely true and the government has implemented it. All the beneficiaries are advised to complete the E-KYC process as soon as possible so that they continue to get the benefit of government schemes.
