Temporary Ration Card 2025-2026: Complete Application Guide
Apply for Emergency/Duplicate Ration Card Online
📋 Temporary Ration Card Overview (2025-2026)
Temporary Ration Card (also called Emergency Ration Card or Duplicate Ration Card) is issued when the original ration card is lost, damaged, or temporarily unavailable. It allows families to continue receiving subsidized food grains from Public Distribution System (PDS) fair price shops until permanent card is issued/recovered.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Card Types | APL, BPL, Antyodaya, Priority Household |
| Application Mode | Online via State Food Portals |
| Fee | ₹10-₹50 (varies by state) |
| Processing Time | 7-30 days |
| Validity | Until permanent card issued |
📝 Application Process (General - 2025)
Step-by-Step Process:
- Step 1: Visit your state's Food & Civil Supplies Department portal
- Step 2: Click "Apply for Duplicate/Temporary Ration Card"
- Step 3: Enter existing ration card number
- Step 4: Fill application form with reason (Lost/Damaged/Stolen)
- Step 5: Upload documents:
- Aadhaar Card (all family members)
- Address Proof
- FIR Copy (if card stolen)
- Newspaper ad (if lost - some states)
- Affidavit
- Step 6: Pay application fee online
- Step 7: Submit application
- Step 8: Receive application number
- Step 9: Track status online
- Step 10: Collect temporary card from office
🗺️ State-wise Portals (2025-2026)
| State | Portal |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | fcs.up.gov.in |
| Bihar | epds.bihar.gov.in |
| Delhi | nfs.delhi.gov.in |
| Maharashtra | rcms.mahafood.gov.in |
| Rajasthan | food.raj.nic.in |
| Karnataka | ahara.kar.nic.in |
💡 Note: For other states, search "[State Name] Food Department" or "[State Name] Ration Card Portal"
📎 Required Documents (2025)
For All States (General):
- ✅ Existing Ration Card Number (if available)
- ✅ Aadhaar Card (all family members)
- ✅ Address Proof (Electricity Bill/Water Bill/Rent Agreement)
- ✅ Head of Family's Photo ID
- ✅ FIR Copy (if card stolen - mandatory in some states)
- ✅ Affidavit on stamp paper (₹10-₹20)
- ✅ Newspaper advertisement proof (if card lost - required in few states)
- ✅ Passport-size photos (all family members)
🔍 Track Application Status (2025)
- Visit respective state food portal
- Click "Track Application Status"
- Enter Application Number / Ration Card Number
- Enter Mobile Number
- View current status
📱 Key Services (2025)
🆕 New Ration Card
Apply for fresh ration card
📋 Duplicate Card
Lost/damaged card replacement
➕ Add Member
Add new family member
➖ Remove Member
Delete deceased/migrated member
✏️ Update Details
Correct name/address
🔍 Track Status
Check application progress
❓ FAQ (2025)
Q1: What if I lost my ration card?
A: Lodge FIR at police station. Apply for duplicate card via state food portal. Publish lost ad in local newspaper (required in some states). Submit all documents online.
Q2: Can I use temporary card at fair price shop?
A: Yes, temporary/duplicate ration card is valid for PDS transactions. You can collect subsidized rations using temporary card until permanent card is issued.
Visit your state's Food & Civil Supplies Department portal