Why might it be needed?
Can evidence household/ration entitlement in relevant food-security processes. A ration card is not universal proof of eligibility for unrelated schemes.
How to obtain it
Use the NFSA State/UT ration-card portal directory to find the responsible state authority. Follow that authority’s current application, update or duplicate-card process and its list of required documents.
State / UT differences
Application, eligibility, household records, modification and grievance routes are State/UT-specific. Use the relevant state portal.
Policies that reference this document
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
A centrally sponsored maternity benefit scheme providing financial support to eligible pregnant and lactating women, including compensation for wage loss and support for maternal and child health.
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)
A scheme supporting eligible adult women from qualifying households to obtain an LPG connection under current PMUY rules.