West Bengal Ration Card

The West Bengal ration card is a crucial document for residents of West Bengal (WB). It is issued by the state government of WB to ensure access to subsidised food grains and essential commodities. It also serves as a valid proof of identity and address. 

Residents can apply for a new ration card, link the existing card with registered mobile number, or check application status online through the official state portal https://food.wb.gov.in/  

To check the list of all ration card holders in West Bengal follow the below steps-

1. Visit the official website https://food.wb.gov.in/

2. Scroll down and tap on ‘FPS Wise List of Beneficiaries’ 

3. You will be redirected to the ‘Report at State Level’ page https://wbpds.wb.gov.in/(S(ghoxrlgyyoky5rggym1xnskv))/RCCount_District.aspx 

4. Select your district to open the ‘Report at District Level’ page

5. In the report, find and click on your Tehsil/Block name.

6. You will be redirected to the ‘Report at Tehsil/Block Level’ page

7. This page will give you the complete list of ration card holders

The West Bengal government has introduced the e-Ration card to make it easier for you to access essential goods. This digital version replaces the old paper-based ration cards, offering greater convenience and several benefits.

It is a personalised PDF document issued by the Food and Supplies Department of West Bengal. You can use this card/document to buy subsidised food and other essentials from fair price shops, as allowed by the government.

You do not have to separately apply for an e-Ration card if you are already a card holder. However, you need to download the card to get a digital copy. If you have linked your Aadhaar number and mobile number with your ration card, you are eligible to download it.

Here is how you can download the e-Ration card if you are a resident of West Bengal:

1. Visit the official website of the state’s Department of Food & Supplies https://food.wb.gov.in/

2. Scroll down to ‘SPECIAL SERVICES’

3. Click on ‘E-RATION CARD’

4. You will be redirected to the https://food.wb.gov.in/food/HomePage/e-RationCard.aspx page

5. Click on ‘Click to download e-Ration Card’

6. You will be redirected to the ‘Download E-Ration Card’ page

7. Enter your ration card number and add the captcha code in the provided spaces

8. Click on the ‘Search’ tab and you will be able to view and download your e-Ration card

The eligibility criteria and provisions for the different types of ration cards available in West Bengal are listed below:

• Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Cards

This particular variant of the ration card is issued to individuals who do not have a stable source of income and live way below the state-specific poverty line. AAY card holders are entitled to 15 kgs of rice and 19kgs of atta or 20 kgs of wheat per family member per month.

• Priority Household (PHH) Ration Cards

PHH ration cards are issued to households that fall just under the state-specific poverty line. Every household that has a PHH ration card in West Bengal is entitled to 2kgs rice and 2.85kgs of atta or 3kgs of wheat, per ration card per month.

• State Priority Household (SPHH) Ration Cards

Such cards are only issued to those citizens who need treatment due to some serious form of illness but come under the Non-Priority Household Ration Card category. SPHH cardholders get the same kinds of benefits as a PHH ration cardholder in terms of provisions.

• Raja Khadya Suraksha Yojana I and II (RKSY I and II) Ration Cards

These ration cards are issued to the financially underserved residents of West Bengal. 

• RKSY I ration cardholders are entitled to 2kgs of rice and 3kgs of wheat per head per month

• RKSY II ration cardholders, on the other hand, are issued 1kg of rice and 1 kg of wheat per head per month

In order to apply for a WB ration card, one must submit the following documents:

• Aadhaar card

• PAN card

• Previous electricity bills

• Income certificates

• Caste/category certificate

• Bank passbook and a photocopy of the first page

• Details of your gas connection

• Passport-size photograph of family members residing in the house

If you want to apply for a ration card in West Bengal online, you can follow the steps given below:

1. Visit the official website of the state’s Department of Food & Supplies https://food.wb.gov.in/  

2. Go to ‘SPECIAL SERVICES’

3. Click on the ‘APPLY FOR NEW RATION CARD’ option

4. You will be redirected to the ‘PDS - KHADYASATHI BENEFICIARY’ page

5. You will see two options: 

   • For New Applicant

   • For Existing Applicant

6. Click on the option that is suitable for you

For New Ration Card Applicants

If you are a new applicant, you have to click on the new applicant option and follow steps as given below:

1. Click on the ‘For new Applicant’ option

2. You will be redirected to the ‘Digital Ration Card’ page

3. Enter your mobile number and click on ‘GET OTP’

4. Validate with the One Time Password (OTP) received on your mobile number

5. Follow the instructions as prompted further

For Existing Ration Card Holders

If you are an existing card holder, you can click on the option for existing applicant and continue process as per below-mentioned steps:

1. Click on the ‘For Existing Applicant’ option

2. You will be redirected to the ‘Digital Ration Card’ page

3. Select ‘Subsidized’ or Non-Subsidized’ card category as per your suitability

4. Enter your mobile number and click on ‘GET OTP’

5. Validate with the One Time Password (OTP) received on your mobile number

6. Follow the instructions as prompted further

If you opt for offline mode, then you can follow the steps given below:

1.Visit your nearest Seva Kendra or a ration shop with all the required documents as proof

2.Submit the documents to the respective official with a duly-filled copy of your ration card application form

You can either get the ration card application form from the Seva Kendra or the ration shop or download a copy from the internet.

3.Once your documents are verified, you will get your ration card through post within a month

To check the status of the West Bengal ration card follow the below steps-

1. Visit the https://food.wb.gov.in/ website

2. Scroll down to ‘SPECIAL SERVICES’

3. Click on the ‘CHECK STATUS OF RATION CARD APPLICATION’

4. You will be redirected to the ‘Check Application Status’ page

5. Select the relevant form type

6. Enter your 16/10 digit application number (barcode number) or your mobile number

7. Enter the captcha code

8. Click on ‘Search’ to view the status of your West Bengal ration card application

To download your West Bengal ration card online, you can follow the below given steps- 

• Step 1: Visit the official website of the West Bengal Department of Food and Supplies

• Step 2: Select the option called ‘Official Purpose’.

• Step 3: Click on the ‘Official Login’ option

• Step 4: Enter your User ID and password, and answer the security question.

• Step 5: Click on the ‘Login’ option.

• Step 6: After completing the above steps, you will be shown your ration card details. You will also see an option of saving it in a PDF format so that you can print it and use it.

You can change your details such as your name, date of birth, gender, guardian name, and address. 

Here are the simple steps you can follow to update your details:

1. Visit the official website https://food.wb.gov.in/

2. Select ‘Self service for Ration Card’ form the left-side navigation panel

3. On the redirected page select ‘Rectify /Update‘ option by tapping on the ‘Click Here’ tab

4. Enter your ration card number and click on the ‘SEARCH’ tab

5. Follow the instructions as prompted by the site 

To change your address on your ration card, you can follow the given steps:

1. Go to the official website https://food.wb.gov.in/

2. From the menu on the left side, select ‘Self Service for Ration Card’

3. On the new page, choose the ‘Rectify/Update’ option by clicking the ‘Click Here’ button

4. Enter your ration card number and click on ‘Search’

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process