New Ration Card Karnataka (APL/BPL) Apply Online, Eligibility, Documents Required, Last Date @ahara.kar.nic.in

The New Ration Card Karnataka (APL/BPL) is a government initiative aimed at providing essential food grains and other commodities to eligible families in Karnataka at subsidized rates. Through this program, residents can apply for a ration card online, categorized as Above Poverty Line (APL) or Below Poverty Line (BPL), based on their income and other criteria. Recently, the Karnataka government has started accepting online applications for new ration cards, making the process more accessible for all.

The ration card is an essential document, not only for accessing the Public Distribution System (PDS) benefits but also for applying to various government schemes, including newly introduced guarantee schemes like Gruhalakshmi and Anna Bhagya. It also enables access to healthcare and hospitality benefits, making it advisable for residents to apply and keep their ration card updated. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know, including eligibility requirements, necessary documents, the online application process, and the last date to apply for the New Ration Card in Karnataka.

New Ration Card Karnataka (Eligibility Criteria)

For BPL Ration Card

Here are the eligibility criteria for applying for a new BPL (Below Poverty Line) ration card in Karnataka. Applicants must meet all of the following conditions to qualify:

1. The applicant should not be a permanent employee of the government, government-subsidized institutions, or government-sponsored state-owned institutions, boards, corporations, or autonomous bodies, regardless of salary. Additionally, the household should not be paying Income Tax, Service Tax, VAT, or Profession Tax.
2. The household should not own more than three hectares of dryland (or the equivalent in irrigated land) in rural areas, and should not own a well-constructed, concrete house measuring more than 1,000 square feet in urban areas.
3. The household should not own a four-wheeler vehicle, except for one commercial vehicle (such as a tractor, maxicab, or taxi) used for self-employment and livelihood.
4. The family’s annual income should be ₹1.2 lakhs or less.

Meeting these criteria makes a household eligible for applying for a BPL ration card in Karnataka.

For APL Ration Card

There is no specific eligibility criteria for an APL (Above Poverty Line) Ration Card, but the applicant must be a resident of Karnataka and hold an Aadhaar card.

Documents Required For New Ration Card Karnataka

For BPL Ration Card

1. Aadhaar cards of all family members
2. Income certificate of any one family member
3. Birth certificate (only for children below 6 years)

For APL Ration Card

1. Aadhaar Card’s of all family members

NOTE : While applying for a new Ration Card Karnataka (APL / BPL), the applicant's Aadhaar must be linked to their mobile number to complete OTP verification.

New Ration Card Karnataka Start & Last Date

NOTE : Currently, applications for both new APL and BPL ration cards are closed. Kindly check this page regularly for updates on when applications will reopen.

How To Apply Online For New Ration Card Karnataka?

To apply for the new ration card in Karnataka, please visit your nearby Grama One, Karnataka One, Bangalore One, or CSC (Common Service Center) centers. Alternatively, you can apply on your own by following the process outlined below.

Step 1: To apply for a new ration card, first visit https://ahara.kar.nic.in/public_new_rc/ and select your preferred language (Kannada or English). Then, select the “New Ration Card Request” option.

Step 2: Choose the type of card you are applying for, such as PHH for AAY and BPL cards, or NPHH for APL ration cards.

Step 3: Enter the Aadhaar number of any one family member and the mobile number linked with the Aadhaar. Select OTP as your preferred authentication mode, then click the Go button. Enter the OTP received and the captcha displayed on your screen, then click Go. (If the Aadhaar is not linked with a mobile number, select fingerprint verification as the mode of authentication and capture your fingerprint to complete Aadhaar authentication.)

Step 4: Once authentication is completed, click the “ADD” button to include the member in the new ration card.

Step 5: Click on “Add Family Member” and enter their Aadhaar number, completing the Aadhaar authentication. Repeat this process to add all family members.

Step 6: Once all family members are added, assign the head of the family (HOF) and select the relationship of all family members with the HOF, then click on the Next stage.

Step 7: Select any one family member whose Aadhaar card address you want printed on your ration card and choose your nearby FAIR SHOP where you wish to collect the ration, then click Go.

Step 8: An acknowledgment slip will be generated. Print it and submit it at your Taluk Food and Civil Supplies Department office for verification and approval.

New Ration Card Karnataka (Important Links)

For updates on new ration card karnataka , including the latest information and last dates , kindly visit www.connectkarnataka.in regularly and join our WhatsApp channel.