In this article, we shall take a look at how one can apply for a Jharkhand Ration Card through the online medium.
Overview
Comprehensive food security for all citizens is something every economy aspires for. It is one of the founding objectives of the public administration system: to ensure that every citizen and resident of the nation receives basic food rations for sustenance or in short, to ensure no one goes hungry. This blog discusses in detail about online application of jharkhand ration card
Jharkhand Ration Card
In India, the ration card is a document issued by the government through which a certain amount of food rations such as pulses, cereals and legumes are available to the common man at a subsidised rate. It usually is issued for an entire family in the name of the head of the family and the details of the other family members listed in the same.
Jharkhand is a relatively new state which is rich in natural resources but the majority of the population are still backward in terms of education. Besides, it is also an economically backward state in terms of infrastructure, employment and industry. A majority of the state is still rural and hence public food distribution becomes one of the main responsibilities of the government.
Types of Jharkhand Ration Cards
There are three categories for jharkhand ration cards. The classifications have been made on the basis of income of the family. The types of ration cards are as follows.
- APL Ration Card: APL stands for Above Poverty Line. As the name suggests, this ration card is issued to those citizens who qualify as being above the poverty line in the state. The poverty line as of now stands at an annual income of ₹ 1,00,000. So any family with an annual income of above ₹ 1,00,000 can apply for this category of ration cards.
- BPL Ration Card: BPL stands for Below Poverty Line. As the name suggests, this ration card is provided to those families whose annual income is below ₹ 1,00,000. Any family with an annual income below ₹ 1,00,000 is eligible to subsidised rations with the BPL ration card.
- Antyodaya Card: This card is meant for those families who do not have any source of income or rely on infrequent sources of income. These are the poorest of the poorest with no access to employment and hence become the responsibility of the state government in terms of food safety and security.
Online Application of Jharkhand Ration Card
There are two aspects to applying for a jharkhand ration card. One is to have all the necessary documents to apply for a ration card and the second is the step by step procedure to make the application for a ration card. Let us look at the two.
Documents Necessary For a Jharkhand Ration Card
The following documents must be kept handy while applying for a jharkhand ration card in Jharkhand.
- Identity card of the applicant (Aadhaar, Voters ID etc.)
- Identity cards of all the members to be included in the ration card (Aadhaar, Voter’s ID etc.)
- Proof of address
- Income certificate
Process of Applying for a Jharkhand Ration Card
In order to apply for a jharkhand ration card, online, in Jharkhand, the following steps need to be followed.
- First visit the website of the State Department of Fertilisers, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs.
- On the homepage you will find an option called ‘Online Services’. Click on that.
- On clicking that button, another list of options will appear. Under that, choose the option that says ‘Book A Slot’
- You will be directed to the next page where you will be required to fill in certain details regarding the applicant. Once completed, you will be provided a token or a registration number.
- Now, you will be directed to the E-Ration Card Management System (ERCMS)
- Read the provided information on this page and click the ‘Proceed’ button when you are done.
- On the next page, you will find a button that says ‘Apply For a New Ration Card’. Click on that button.
- You will be directed to a new page that will ask you for your registration number provided earlier and mobile number.
- The application form for Jharkhand Ration Card will appear in front of you.
- Once you have filled all the necessary fields in the form, click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- Your application is complete and you will receive your ration card within the stipulated time period.
Online Application of Jharkhand Ration Card: Checking Status Of Application
- Go to the official website of the State Department of Fertilisers, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs.
- On the homepage you will find an option called ‘Online Services’. Click on that.
- On clicking that button, another list of options will appear. Under that, choose the option that says ‘Application Status’
- You will be taken to another page that will ask you for the acknowledgement number provided while submitting the application. Enter the number
- The status of the application will be displayed.
Checking Name of Annual Ration List
The Jharkhand government releases a list of beneficiaries under the rationing scheme every year. Here are a list of steps you need to follow to view the list to check if your name has appeared on the list.
- Go to the official website of the State Department of Fertilisers, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs.
- On the homepage you will find an option called ‘Card Holder. Click on that.
- On this page, you will be required to enter certain details such as name, father’s name and ration card number
- You then will be required to select the district, block and the authorised dealer in the block.
- Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- If your details match the records on the list, it will display all the details on the screen.
Conclusion
The digitisation of administrative processes is an extremely helpful initiative, especially in a state like Jharkhand where large parts of the state are yet to be urbanised with proper administrative blocks. So accessing and applying for such cards through the online process can be very helpful for the common man as they save the trouble of travelling up and down to urban areas to get such basic work done. If you have any other queries or require help with regards to any legal or regulatory matter, get in touch with us and we will ensure that you receive the right kind of help from our team of experts.
