Applying for a Ration Card in Jharkhand

All residents of Jharkhand are entitled to apply for a ration card. The ration card not only serves as proof of residence or identity but also enables citizens to avail of food items at subsidised rates through the PDS Jharkhand allotment system every month. Whether you wish to apply for a new ration card, update details on an existing one, or learn how to check the status or download the card online, this article details the process for each. Read on to know more!

How to Check the Ration Card List of Jharkhand?

To check Jharkhand’s ration card list, you can simply do so online by following the steps below.

• Visit the official website of ‘Aahar Jharkhand’ – https://aahar.jharkhand.gov.in/.
• On the homepage, select the ‘Family NFSA’ option.
• From the district-wise list displayed on the screen, select the municipality/block you wish to check the list for.
• Next, click on the ‘Village list’ tab. 
• A comprehensive list of all the ration cards issued in the selected village will appear on your screen. 

Process to Apply for a Ration Card in Jharkhand 

To apply for a new ration card in Jharkhand online, follow these steps:

• Visit the official website of ‘Aahar Jharkhand’.
• Next, select the ‘Online Service’ option and then click on ‘Online Application’.
• You will be redirected to a different page. Read all the information provided on this page before clicking on ‘Proceed’.
• Next, select the ‘Apply for new ration card’ option.
• Next, click on ‘Proceed’ and then enter your phone number.
• Once you have entered your mobile number, the screen will display the application form. 
• Fill in all the required details and then click on ‘Continue’.
• Next, you will receive a one-time password (OTP) on the phone number you just entered. Enter the OTP in the dialogue box and then click on ‘Submit’.
• You will receive a reference number on the screen; make a note of it for future reference.
• Next, click on ‘Save’ before printing out the duly filled form. Submit this printed application form along with the required documents at your nearest DSO office. 

Documents Required: Ration Card in Jharkhand

In order to apply for your ration card in Jharkhand, you are required to submit the following documents:

• Aadhaar card
• PAN card
• Bank passbook
• Passport-size photo attested by a gazetted officer
• Electricity bill
• House rent receipt
• Income certificate
• Caste/category certificate (if applicable)

How to Check the Ration Card’s Status in Jharkhand?

If you wish to track your application and check your ration card’s status in Jharkhand, you can do so online by following these steps:

• Visit the official website of ‘Aahar Jharkhand’.
• Select the ‘Online Service’ option.
• Next, click on the ‘Application Status’ tab.
• Next, enter the prompted details, such as the application number or your mobile phone number. 
• Next, click on ‘Check Status’ to view the status of your application on the screen.

How to Download the Ration Card of Jharkhand?

If you wish to download your Jharkhand ration card, you need to follow the steps below:

• Visit the official website of ‘Aahar Jharkhand’.
• On the menu bar, select the ‘New Ration’ option.
• From the dropdown list, select the ‘Already registered’ option.
• Enter your ration card details and the captcha displayed on the screen.
• Enter the prompted details and click on ‘Download and save’. 
• You can also print the card directly from the website or after downloading it on your device. 

Also Read: One Nation One Ration Card

How to Make Corrections to an Existing Ration Card in Jharkhand?

If you wish to edit or change any details on your ration card in Jharkhand, you can easily do so online by following these steps: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of ‘Aahar Jharkhand’.

Step 2: On the homepage, click on the ‘New Ration’ option and then select ‘Already Registered’.

Step 3: Enter your ration card number and the registered mobile number in the dialogue box that appears. 

Step 4: Enter the prompted details, and your ration card details will be displayed.

Step 5: Next, enter your Aadhaar number and click on ‘Get OTP’.

Step 6: Enter the OTP to fill in the required details and make corrections on the redirected page. 

Step 7: Next, click on ‘Proceed’.

Step 8: Take a printout of the form and submit it to your nearest DSO office with the required documents supporting the requested changes. 

• Alternatively, you can select the ‘Downloads’ option from the homepage and download the required self-declaration form depending on the details you wish to change. 
• You will need to duly fill in the form, attach the required documents and submit it to your nearest DSO office.

Please Note: Corrections in the applicant’s name cannot be made online. You will need to visit your nearest DSO office for a change in name on your ration card in Jharkhand.