The government has begun issuing Smart Ration Cards due to technology and digitisation. It is the substitute for the traditional rationing process. This article will cover how to apply for a smart ration card and the application process.
The Smart Ration Card system enhances the traditional rationing process through digital technology. This blog explores how to apply, update, and check the status of your Smart Ration Card online, along with eligibility criteria, required documents, and troubleshooting tips.
Converting to Smart Ration Card
The government has introduced a brand-new programme called the Smart Family Card Scheme that would allow all ration cards to be upgraded to smart ration cards.
The actions listed below should be followed to apply for a smart ration card. The cardholders will receive a PIN to the registered cell phone number once their application has been approved, and by presenting this PIN, they can pick up their smart ration card from the closest distribution centre.
Applying for Smart Ration Cards
The processes required to apply for a Smart Ration Card is as follows.
- Step 1: Access the website online
The candidate must select their favorite language by going to the Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System’s official website at of Government.
- Step 2: Next, select Smart Card Application.
The applicant must next click on the Smart Card Application link under the Services for Smart Card Application section.
- Step 3: Enter the Details in Step 3.
The application form opens when that option is selected. The applicant must enter all information.
- Step 4: Attaching photo
Following completing all fields, the applicant must attach a photo of the family’s head. PNG, GIF, JPEG, and JPG files under 10 KB can be used as the format.
- Step 5: Uploading a residence proof is step five.
The home proof can be uploaded in the following file types: png, gif, jpeg, and pdf. The file should be at most 100 KB in size.
- Step 6: Select “Submit.”
The Submit option must be selected when all the required information has been entered, and the proper file formats have been uploaded.
- Step 7: Getting a reference number is step seven.
The applicant will receive a reference number after submitting the form. This number is also used to check the ration card’s status.
Updating Smart Ration Cards
The processes required to update a smart ration card are as follows.
- Step 1: Access the website online
The candidate must select their favourite language by going to the Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System’s official website at http://www.tnpds.gov.in.
- Step 2: Select the Details Correction button.
The applicant must select the Correction of Details link found in the area labelled “Correct Your Smart Card.”
- Step 3: Type in your registered mobile number.
To access the rectification form, the applicant must first input the registered mobile number to access the rectification form.
- Step 4: Entering the OTP in Step 4
An OPT will be given to the mobile number, and the necessary adjustments can be made after entering the OTP.
- Step 5: Attach the photo.
After filling out all the fields, the applicant must attach the family head member’s picture. PNG, GIF, JPEG, and JPG files under 10 KB can be used as the format. Once everything is finished, select Submit.
- Step 6: Receiving a reference number is step six.
The applicant will receive a reference number after submitting the form. This number is also used to check the ration card’s status.
Track the Status of the Application
To monitor the progress of your application for the Ration Card list in Tamil Nadu for the year 2023, adhere to the steps outlined below:
- Visit the official website dedicated to Ration Card services.
- On the webpage, complete the form by providing the following details:
- District
- City
- Locality
These fields will be located immediately after the ‘State’ field.
- Alternatively, you can verify the status of your ration card list on the official website of the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation.
By following these instructions, you can easily track the status of your Ration Card application in Tamil Nadu for the year 2024.
Time Required for Smart Ration Card
It will take 65 days for your Smart Ration Card to reach the nearest Public Distribution System (PDS) shop from the day of application. Notification of its availability will be sent to the registered mobile number through SMS. You can collect the card from your nearby E-Sevai centres once informed.
However, for applications involving changes or corrections, you can collect the card from the E-Sevai centre after approval from the official at your Taluk office.
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Corrections in Smart Card
The following corrections can be made in the Tamil Nadu PDS Smart Card:
- Add/Update Family Head Details
- Add/Delete/Update Family Member Details
- Change Address
To make these changes:
- Visit the Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System website.
- Under ‘Smart Card Related Services,’ choose the appropriate option for corrections.
- Enter your 10-digit registered mobile number.
- Complete the Captcha field, submit, and enter the received One Time Password (OTP).
- Click on “Smart Card Details Edit” to make the necessary corrections.
- Upload scanned documents if required.
- Click “Submit for Approval” after completing all changes.
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Lost Smart Card
For lost smart cards, replacement is possible at the nearest Esevai centre for Rs 30. The cardholder needs to provide the registered mobile number to receive an OTP for generating the new smart card.
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Link Smart Card with Aadhaar
To link the Smart Card with Aadhaar, the user must submit a photograph of the family head, a photocopy of the Smart Card, and Aadhaar cards of all family members to the ration office through an Esevai centre. Acknowledgment will be sent via SMS or email, and the completion of the linking process will be notified through SMS.
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Register Complaint
To register complaints:
- Visit the Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System website.
- Click on “Register a Complaint.”
- Enter name, mobile number, email, and complaint details.
- Click “Submit” to register the complaint.
- Once registered, a “Complaint Number” will be provided for tracking the status.
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Check Status Online
The applicant can monitor the status of their application online after submitting it. On the home page, select “Transparency Portal” from the menu to view the status. After that, select “Allocation Generation Status.” After providing your ration card information, the status of your allocation will be shown.
Ration cards are important legal documents to verify people’s identities and residences in India. The State Governments have adopted smart ration cards to modernise the rationing process in line with Digital India.
The smart ration card project’s major goals are to eliminate inefficiency in targeting beneficiaries and enhance the supply of food grains and other necessities to vulnerable groups in society at reasonable (subsidised) rates. From the official website mahafood.gov.in, applicants for the new smart ration card for 2018 can download an application.
Smart Ration Cards in Tricolor
According to the following criteria, the State Government has introduced a tri-colour smart ration card:
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Cards in Yellow Ration
Only households who fall under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category are given yellow-coloured ration cards.
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Ration Cards in Saffron
Families that earn more than ₹ 15,000 but less than ₹ 1 lakh annually are eligible to apply for the saffron smart ration card.
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White Ration Cards
Families can apply for white smart ration cards if their annual income is ₹ 1 lakh or above.
Eligibility for Smart Ration Card
The following requirements must be met to qualify for a smart ration card:
- Families listed on the IRDP list for 1997–98 had annual incomes of up to ₹15,000.
- The family members should not be professional taxpayers, GST or income taxpayers, or otherwise eligible to pay such taxes.
- The family members should not be architects, lawyers, doctors, or chartered accountants. (Be more knowledgeable about filing taxes)
- The Government has agreed to temporarily provide BPL Ration Cards to all Vidi employees and all Pardhi and Kolhati members.
Documents Required for Smart Ration Card
Here are the details regarding the documents required to obtain a ration card-
- Voter’s ID
- Aadhaar card of the individual
- Personal account number i.e. PAN Card
- Passport original copy
- Bill- Electricity
- Proof of residence
- Driving licence
Conclusion
People’s regular rations which are used to purchase food and other necessities that the government subsidies for the families of economically disadvantaged sections of society are replaced by the Smart Ration Card 2022.
Low-income individuals can purchase necessities with the Smart Ration Card 2022. Vakilsearch provides relevant information and knowledge about these Smart Ration Cards in a precise way. If you need to apply for one, our legal experts can help too. Get in touch with us to know more.
FAQs
What is smart card number?
A smart card number is a unique identification number associated with a smart ration card. In the context of Tamil Nadu's Smart Ration Card Scheme, the smart card number is used to identify and access the details of the cardholder's ration card.
What is smart card details?
Smart card details refer to the information stored on a smart ration card. This may include the cardholder's name, address, family members, and other relevant information.
What are the three types of smart ration cards provided in Tamil Nadu?
In Tamil Nadu, the smart ration cards are divided into the following categories: Light green cards: These are issued to those households living below the poverty line. White cards: These are issued to those households living above the poverty line No commodity cards: These are for people who are not eligible to avail of any subsidies on food grains.
What is the eligibility to get a smart ration card in Tamil Nadu?
The eligibility criteria to obtain a smart ration card in Tamil Nadu may include factors such as income level, family size, and economic status. The specific eligibility requirements are determined by the Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System (TNPDS) and the state government.
