How to check my name in Ration Card List 2026?

Visit nfsa.gov.in, click on 'Ration Cards', select 'Ration Card Details on State Portals', choose your state, and enter your district/block to view the list.

Is Ration Card e-KYC mandatory in 2026?

Yes, the government has made e-KYC mandatory. If not done, your name may be deleted from the list, stopping your free ration.

Ration Card List 2026: Check Name, e-KYC Status & Free Ration

Ration Card List 2026

Check Your Name for **Free Ration (PMGKAY)**.
Download Village-wise NFSA List & Complete e-KYC.

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📢 2026 Update: The Central Government has extended the **PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)** for another 5 years. Eligible families will continue to receive **5 KG Free Foodgrain** per person/month until 2029.

How to Check Ration Card List 2026

The National Food Security Portal (NFSA) allows you to check if your name is active for receiving ration. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit NFSA Portal

Go to the official website: nfsa.gov.in.

Step 2: Select Your State

In the menu, click on “Ration Cards”.
Select “Ration Card Details on State Portals”.
Click on your State Name (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra).

Step 3: District & Block

A new page will open. Select your District, then your Block/Tehsil, and finally your Fair Price Shop (FPS) or Dealer’s Name.

Step 4: View Name

A list of all cardholders under that dealer will appear. Press Ctrl+F and type your name or Ration Card ID to find it.

PMGKAY: What do you get?

Under the free ration scheme, beneficiaries are entitled to the following:

Card Type	Monthly Benefit
PHH (Priority Household)	5 KG Foodgrain per person (Free)
AAY (Antyodaya)	35 KG Foodgrain per family (Free) + Sugar

Mandatory e-KYC (Do This Immediately)

If your name is marked “Inactive” or “Red” in the list, it means your e-KYC is pending. To fix this:

Visit your nearest Ration Dealer (FPS Shop).
Carry Aadhaar Cards of ALL family members listed on the card.
Put your finger on the PoS (Point of Sale) machine for biometric verification.
Once matched, your e-KYC status will be updated to “Yes” within 24 hours.

Benefits Linked to Ration Card

Your Ration Card is not just for food; it is a gateway to other major government schemes:

Health Insurance: It serves as a valid document to apply for the Ayushman Bharat ₹5 Lakh Health Card.
Housing: It is required to prove domicile for the PM Awas Yojana (Housing Scheme).

One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC)

This feature is a lifesaver for migrant workers. If you are from Bihar but work in Mumbai, you do not need a new card.

How it works: Use your existing Ration Card number.
Where: Go to ANY ration shop in India.
Verification: Authenticate using Biometrics (Fingerprint).
Benefit: Pick up your share of ration anywhere in the country.