Apply for ration card in Telangana – New rules
To apply for a ration card in Telangana, follow these steps:
Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria, which typically include being a resident of Telangana and belonging to an economically weaker section. Newly married couples and individuals with expired or temporary ration cards are also eligible.
Gather Necessary Documents: Prepare the following documents:
Proof of residence (e.g., Telangana State Domicile)
Passport-sized photograph
Valid identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, PAN card)
Application Submission:
Online Method:
Visit the MeeSeva portal:
Click on the ‘Apply Online’ option.
Fill in the required details and upload the necessary documents.
Review the information and submit the application.
Offline Method:
Visit the nearest Praja Palana center.
Provide your information on plain paper; no specific form is required.
Submit the application without the need for an income certificate.
Application Status: After submission, you can check the status of your application by visiting the Telangana EPDS portal:
Click on the ‘FSC Search’ tab.
Enter details such as FSC Reference Number, Ration Card Number, or Old Ration Card Number.
Click ‘Search’ to view the status.
For further assistance or inquiries, you can contact the Department of Consumer Affairs, Food and Civil Supplies, Telangana. Their contact information is available on the official website.
Please note that the Telangana government has announced that the process for new ration card applications will commence from January 26, 2025. Applicants are expected to submit their applications through the official channels provided by the state government.