What is a Ration Card Cancellation List?
The ration card cancellation list is issued by the State Government’s Food and Civil Supplies Department. It includes the names of individuals or families whose ration cards have been cancelled or deactivated due to reasons like
- Ineligibility
- Duplicate entries
- Income above the eligibility limit
- Non-usage of ration card for long period
- Submission of false information
📋 Reasons Why Ration Cards Get Cancelled:
- Fake or duplicate ration cards
- Family no longer qualifies under the poverty criteria
- Family has moved to another state
- Not using the card for over 3–6 months
- Wrong or mismatched documents
- Death of the head of the family and no update
- Voluntary surrender (applying for withdrawal)
🔍 How to Check Ration Card Cancellation List Online (Step-by-Step Guide)
Different states have different official websites. Here’s a general method that applies to most Indian states:
Step 1: Visit Your State’s Food Department Portal
Go to the official website of your State Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department. Some common websites:
| State | Official Website |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | https://ahara.kar.nic.in |
| Tamil Nadu | https://tnpds.gov.in |
| Uttar Pradesh | https://fcs.up.gov.in |
| Maharashtra | https://mahafood.gov.in |
| Bihar | https://epds.bihar.gov.in |
| Telangana | https://epds.telangana.gov.in |
| West Bengal | https://wbpds.gov.in |
Step 2: Look for “Ration Card List” or “Beneficiary List”
On the homepage, search for:
- “Ration Card Details”
- “NFSA Beneficiary List”
- “Cancelled Ration Card List”
- Or go to e-Services > Reports / RC Reports
Step 3: Select Your Area Details
You will need to select:
- District
- Taluk / Tehsil
- Village / Ward
- FPS (Fair Price Shop) name
Step 4: Search Using One of the Following:
- Ration Card Number
- Aadhaar number
- Name of head of household
- Or Check List directly by selecting area details.
Step 5: View the Status
- If your card is active, you will see the full details.
- If your card is cancelled, it will show as “Cancelled / Deleted” with reason.
- Some portals provide a PDF list of cancelled ration cards. Download and check your name.
📲 Alternative Way: Use Mobile App (In Some States)
Some states offer ration services through mobile apps like:
- TNPDS for Tamil Nadu
- PDS Public App for Bihar
- Ahara Karnataka for Karnataka
You can check your card status, cancellation list, and more by downloading the respective app.
📞 Helpline Numbers (If You Have Doubts)
| State | Toll-Free Helpline |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | 1967 or 1800-425-9339 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1800-1800-150 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1967 |
| Maharashtra | 1800-22-4950 |
| Telangana | 1967 |
| Bihar | 1800-3456-194 |
📝 What to Do If Your Ration Card is Cancelled?
If your card was cancelled wrongly, you can:
- Visit the nearest Food & Civil Supplies office.
- Submit a re-activation request with valid proof (Aadhaar, income certificate, address proof, etc.)
- Apply for a new ration card if necessary.
✅ Documents Required for Ration Card Reactivation or New Application:
- Aadhaar card (all members)
- Address proof (electricity bill, voter ID, etc.)
- Passport-size photos
- Income certificate
- Surrender certificate (if applicable)
🔐 Tips to Prevent Ration Card Cancellation
- Use your ration card regularly
- Keep details updated (add new members, remove deceased, change address, etc.)
- Avoid duplicate applications
- Link Aadhaar correctly
📌 Conclusion:
You can check if your ration card is cancelled by:
- Visiting your state’s ration card portal
- Using your ration card number or area details
- Downloading the cancellation list or checking card status online
- Contacting the local PDS office or helpline if needed
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