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If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the relevant application form.
Step 2 – You should fill out the application form.
Step 3 – You should submit the relevant documents. Generally, you will have to submit an FIR for the Ration Card, if it is lost.
Step 4 – You should get your documents verified.
Step 5 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip.
Step 6 – You can then collect your Ration Card/get it delivered. Some states have the facility to download it online. For example, in Delhi, you must download it.
If you require any additional help and support, please see here.
Check this resource on the National Government Service Portal
Priyar r
September 4, 2022
My ration card is lost
I miss my ration card number
Nyaaya
September 7, 2022
*Procedure to apply for duplicate ration card* if original is totally damaged, stolen or misplaced.
Apply In-Person
1.In order to obtain a duplicate ration card, Please approach the ration office of your area OR The Inspector Food & Supplies or Sub Divisional Controller Food & Supplies under whose jurisdiction the person is currently residingas applicable.
2. Link for contact details: (link)
3.Please go to the respective office.
4. Applicant shall obtain the form from the respective office (please pay for the form if required) Or a written/electronically typed application on A4 plain sheet as advised shall be used.
5.The Head of Family Must write a letter stating the reason behind a new ration card request and attach the remains of original ration card (in case of damaged ration card) or the copy of report registered with police station (in case of lost or stolen ration card).
6.Please submit the completed application along with required documents to the respective authority.
7.Authorities after checking the submitted application along with attached documents will make entries and provide you record number for reference.
8.Keep it safe for future reference.
9.This application will be processed internally to issue the ration card as per notification.
*Required Documents:-*
-Application form.
-Remains of original ration card or -Copy of report registered with Police Station
-Residence Proof (Example – -Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Aadhaar Card, Passport),
-Xerox copy of Ration Card (If Available)
-Aadhaar Card
-Local Certificate / Election Card / -PAN / Driving license / Passport
-Passport Size Photographs
-Self declaration (as adviced)
Arun Kumar s
September 10, 2022
Missing my BPL ration card 10/9/2022 missing date
Sarthak agrawal
October 21, 2023
I want duplicate ration card
Md Jasim
January 16, 2024
My ration card is damaged by rain
Pooja Pawar
March 28, 2024
My ration card is lost
Alka Manral
April 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Uday Hede
May 15, 2024
My ration card got missplaced
When we are shifting from one house to other.kindly provide me
Duplicate Ration card
With Regards
Yours feathfully
Arc.Uday B.Hede
Phone 9821131911
Sikha
October 21, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should go to the Circle Office and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, based on which, you will be provided with the relevant application form.
Step 2 – You should fill out the application form.
Step 3 – You should submit the relevant documents. Generally, you will have to submit an FIR for the Ration Card, if it is lost.
Step 4 – You should get your documents verified.
Step 5 – You should collect your acknowledgment slip.
Step 6 – You can then collect your Ration Card/get it delivered. Some states also have the facility to download it online.
Alka Manral
May 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.-
Alka Manral
May 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the (District Food and Supplies Controller)DFSC Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the DFSC Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the DFSC Office. The Head of Family Must write a letter stating the reason behind a new ration card request and attach the remains of original ration card (in case of damaged ration card) or the copy of report registered with police station (in case of lost or stolen ration card).
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the DFSC Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states have the facility to download it online. Required Documents:-
-Application form.
-Remains of original ration card or -Copy of report registered with Police Station
-Residence Proof (Example – -Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Aadhaar Card, Passport),
-Xerox copy of Ration Card (If Available)
-Aadhaar Card
-Local Certificate / Election Card / -PAN / Driving license / Passport
-Passport Size Photographs
-Self declaration (as advised) If you want to apply online for the duplicate Ration Card:
1. To apply online there are different websites for different states. Visit to the state’s PDS website or Food Department website.
2. You will find the option for new Ration Card registration click on this.
3. Then fill up the all details and submit the application.
4. You will get a reference number through which you can track your Ration Card status.
5. After verification you will get a notification from portal. Visit the portal and get a print of Ration Card.
List of PDS websites: https://nfsa.gov.in/portal/State_Food_Portals
Kanchan Sharma Manga
June 10, 2024
Missing report for my ration card
Sikha
October 21, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the (District Food and Supplies Controller)DFSC Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the DFSC Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the DFSC Office. The Head of Family Must write a letter stating the reason behind a new ration card request and attach the remains of original ration card (in case of damaged ration card) or the copy of report registered with police station (in case of lost or stolen ration card).
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the DFSC Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states have the facility to download it online. Required Documents:-
-Application form.
-Remains of original ration card or -Copy of report registered with Police Station
-Residence Proof (Example – -Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Aadhaar Card, Passport),
-Xerox copy of Ration Card (If Available)
-Aadhaar Card
-Local Certificate / Election Card / -PAN / Driving license / Passport
-Passport Size Photographs
-Self declaration (as advised) If you want to apply online for the duplicate Ration Card:
1. To apply online there are different websites for different states. Visit to the state’s PDS website or Food Department website.
2. You will find the option for new Ration Card registration click on this.
3. Then fill up the all details and submit the application.
4. You will get a reference number through which you can track your Ration Card status.
5. After verification you will get a notification from portal. Visit the portal and get a print of Ration Card.
List of PDS websites: https://nfsa.gov.in/portal/State_Food_Portals
Marie A. Gonsalves
August 1, 2024
Thanks a ton for the useful information. A great help.
Do we need photographs of all the members or only the head of the family? Please respond asap.
Mazhar ali khan
September 15, 2022
I lost my ration card when I shifted the house please I request u to provide me a duplicate ration card
Please I request you sir/madam
Yours faithfully
Mazhar ali khan 9916214314
S Meenakshi
June 13, 2023
I missed my ration card i didn’t know that number too
Ramavath dhanalaxmi
June 17, 2023
I lost my ration card how to get my ration Card
Anil Gulabrao Bagle
July 15, 2024
माझे रेशन कार्ड हारवले आहे दुय्यम रेशन कार्ड काढणे करिता काय करावे.
Vijayakumari
July 9, 2023
Best information. Thank you
Subhash Chandra Basu
January 17, 2024
For loss of family new digital ration card to get it in duplicate what documents are required and asked to w b food and supply office for getting a substitute duplicate digital one
Sikha
October 21, 2024
Please visit the West Bengal Digital Card Portal here – https://wbpds.wb.gov.in/(S(scjqbwo20tgu3uymiznioiik))/digitalportal/index.aspx and enter your mobile number. You will be directed on how to obtain a duplicate card. Other than that, documents required to apply for a ration card
Passport size photograph.
Aadhaar card.
Address proof.
Income proof.
Age proof.
Tenancy agreement where the applicant lives on rented premises.
Certificate from the Pradhan or Ward Councillor.
Alka Manral
April 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Laxman hemari
August 16, 2024
Mera ration card number ghum ho gaya hein
Suman devi
September 10, 2024
Rasan card kho geya hai ..
Sikha
December 10, 2024
Agar aapka Rasan card kho gaya hai, to aap kuch legal remedies le sakte hain:
1. Police Report: Sabse pehle, apne nearest police station me jaake ek FIR (First Information Report) darj karwaen. Isse aapko ek legal proof milega ki aapka Rasan card kho gaya hai.
2. Application for Duplicate Rasan Card: Apne local ration office me jaakar duplicate Rasan card ke liye application den. Aapko kuch documents submit karne honge, jaise ki FIR ki copy, identity proof, aur address proof.
3. Affidavit: Kabhi-kabhi aapko ek affidavit bhi banana pad sakta hai, jisme aap batayenge ki aapka card kho gaya hai. Is affidavit ko notary se notarize karwana hoga.
4. Online Application: Kuch states me aap online bhi duplicate Rasan card ke liye apply kar sakte hain. Iske liye aap apne state ke food and supply department ki website check kar sakte hain.
5. Follow-up: Application submit karne ke baad, ration office se regular follow-up karein taaki aapko jaldi se jaldi naya Rasan card mil sake.
Agar aapko koi dikkat hoti hai, to aap consumer court me bhi complaint kar sakte hain.
Chandrashekhar Salian
November 12, 2024
How to find ration card no
Arathi B Kadapatti
June 21, 2023
I have forgotten my Ration card no. Please tell me how can i get my Ration card no. through Online process.
Alka Manral
July 9, 2024
The following recourses may be taken to obtain the ration card number:
1. Each state in India has a dedicated website for the Food and Civil Supplies Department where you can search for your ration card details. Look for an option like “Search Ration Card” or “Find Ration Card” on the website. You might need to provide basic information such as your name, district, and other personal details after which you will be directed to the page to download the soft copy of your ration card.
2. Many states have helplines for public distribution services. You can call these helplines for assistance. To find these helpline numbers, visit the National Food Security Portal- http://nfsa.gov.in/ .
3. If your ration card is linked to your Aadhaar card, you might be able to retrieve the ration card number using your Aadhaar number through the official portals.
4. The ration shop where you usually collect your rations can help you retrieve your ration card number. They have records of all the ration cards assigned to their shop.
Marie A. Gonsalves
August 1, 2024
Thanks a ton for the useful information. A great help.
Do we need photographs of all the members or only the head of the family? Please respond asap.
Laxman hemari
August 16, 2024
Ration number
Gunvant Patel.Patel
October 21, 2024
.I have lost my ration card and I don’t know the no.of ration card. So please guide me how l should get it online.
Sikha
December 7, 2024
The following recourses may be taken to obtain the ration card number:
1. Each state in India has a dedicated website for the Food and Civil Supplies Department where you can search for your ration card details. Look for an option like “Search Ration Card” or “Find Ration Card” on the website. You might need to provide basic information such as your name, district, and other personal details after which you will be directed to the page to download the soft copy of your ration card.
2. Many states have helplines for public distribution services. You can call these helplines for assistance. To find these helpline numbers, visit the National Food Security Portal- http://nfsa.gov.in/ .
3. If your ration card is linked to your Aadhaar card, you might be able to retrieve the ration card number using your Aadhaar number through the official portals.
4. The ration shop where you usually collect your rations can help you retrieve your ration card number. They have records of all the ration cards assigned to their shop.
Paban mallick
July 3, 2023
My ration card lost please duplicate order
Alka Manral
May 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Prasadthota
August 11, 2023
Very good
Sarthak agrawal
October 21, 2023
I want duplicate ration card
Bishnubrata Chakrabarty
October 24, 2023
I have missplaced our 3 ration cards 1. Bishnubrata Chakraborty, Uma Chakraborty and Chandrani Chakraborty. I desire to get n duplicate cards. Please give the instruction to apply including website number for submit ting application.
Bishnubrata Chakrabarty
October 24, 2023
numbers of our 3 ration cards which is misplaced.
Vardhan
November 3, 2023
I lost my rice card
Nagina
November 19, 2023
Mera rasan card kho gya hai sir dobara banene ki kosis koro
Niraj Nahata
February 22, 2024
i lost my ration card
Shirisha Reddy
June 7, 2024
If your Ration Card is lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
R. KUMARESAN
March 12, 2024
I have done everything, and fulfilled all requirements but they refuse to accept the same on flimsy ground. It such a humiliation and depressing experience.
I have given up going to that office.
Loss was registered with Police, xerox was given, death certificate submitted but still refused at G North Ration Office, Dadar west.
This is the fate of an honest, senior citizen. Only God save this country.
Kumaresan
Arun
April 4, 2024
My mother lost ration card cancellation number
Alka Manral
May 31, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Sikha
December 7, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Amita Jayesh Barot
April 29, 2024
My Ration card is lost/ misplaced and want a duplicate copy with my son’s name added in it. Please help
Alka Manral
April 30, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should file an FIR for the lost ration card by going to the nearest police station.
Step 2 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the application form.
Step 3 – You should fill out your details in the application form.
Step 4 – You should submit the documents asked for. Here, you will have to submit the FIR you filed.
Step 5 – You should get the documents verified at the Circle Office.
Step 6 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip from the Circle Office after steps 1-5 are complete.
Step 7 – You can then collect your Ration Card or get it delivered. Some states, like New Delhi, have the facility to download it online.
In case you have any doubts, you can call the helpline number 1967 by the Department of Food and Public Distribution.
Alka Manral
May 23, 2024
If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original. To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:
Step 1 – You should go to the Circle Office, and tell them that you need a duplicate Ration Card, on the basis of which, you will be provided with the relevant application form.
Step 2 – You should fill out the application form.
Step 3 – You should submit the relevant documents. Generally, you will have to submit an FIR for the Ration Card, if it is lost.
Step 4 – You should get your documents verified.
Step 5 – You should collect your acknowledgement slip.
Step 6 – You can then collect your Ration Card/get it delivered. Some states have the facility to download it online. For example, in Delhi, you must download it
Sabitri giri
June 17, 2024
I lost my ration card …how to apply digital ration card
Anil Gulabrao Bagle
July 15, 2024
Maze retion card ghal zale aahe duplicate retion card sathi kay karave
eashwari Baskaran
August 21, 2024
I lost my ration card , its issued by srivakuntam taluk in 1996 , And i lost it by 1998 while shifitng the house from srivaikuntam tutycorin to chennai . Can i get the card details to regenrate it .