How to Add or Remove Family Member in Ration Card Online

Who needs this service?

For Adding Members: Parents of newborn babies, newly married women (moving to husband’s house), or family members whose names were previously missed.
For Removing Members: Families reporting a death, women getting married (deletion from parents’ card), or members migrating permanently for work/separation.

Required Documents

You must scan these documents (PDF/JPG format, usually under 200KB) before starting.

To Add a Member:

Newborn (0-5 years): Original Birth Certificate.
Child (>5 years): Aadhaar Card + Birth Certificate.
Newly Married Wife: Marriage Certificate + Name Deletion Certificate (Surrender Certificate) from parents’ Ration Card + Aadhaar Card.
Head of Family: Aadhaar Card and Ration Card copy.

To Remove a Member:

Death: Death Certificate of the deceased member.
Marriage: Marriage Certificate + Aadhaar Card.
Migration/Separation: Self-declaration or Transfer Certificate.

Online Application Process (Step-by-Step)

Note: The process varies slightly by state, but the core steps remain the same.

1. Visit Your Official State Portal

Do not use private agency sites. Use ONLY government portals ending in .gov.in or .nic.in. (See State List below).

2. Login / Registration

Look for “Citizen Login” or “E-Services” on the home page.
New Users: Click “New User Sign Up”. You will need the Head of Family’s Aadhaar and Mobile Number to create an account.
Existing Users: Login using Login ID/Password or OTP sent to the registered mobile number.

3. Select the Service

Once logged in, look for a menu option labeled: “Card Modification”, “Add New Member”, or “Member Deletion”.
Example: In Bihar, it is under “RCMS” > “Login” > “Edit Application”. In Maharashtra, it is under “Ration Card Maintenance”.

4. Fill the Application Form

For Addition: Enter the new member’s Name (as per Aadhaar), Father/Husband’s name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Aadhaar Number.
For Deletion: Select the member’s name from the list and choose the Reason for Deletion (Death/Marriage/Shifted).

5. Upload Documents

Upload the scanned copies of proofs mentioned above.
Crucial: Ensure the photo/text on the scan is readable. Blurry documents are the #1 cause of rejection.

6. Submit and Get Acknowledgment

Click Submit. You will receive an Application Reference Number (ARN) via SMS.
Save this number. You cannot track your status without it.

Quick Links: Official State Portals

State	Official Website URL
Uttar Pradesh	fcs.up.gov.in
Bihar	epds.bihar.gov.in
Maharashtra	rcms.mahafood.gov.in
West Bengal	food.wb.gov.in
Karnataka	ahara.kar.nic.in
Tamil Nadu	tnpds.gov.in
Delhi	nfs.delhigovt.nic.in
National Portal	nfsa.gov.in

Offline Process (If Online Fails)

If the server is down or you cannot link Aadhaar online, visit the office.

Visit Office: Go to your local Food & Civil Supplies Office (Circle Office) or your registered Fair Price Shop (Ration Dealer).
Get Form: Ask for “Form 3” (for Addition) or “Form 9” (for Deletion)—Note: Form numbers vary by state.
Fill & Attach: Fill the form and attach self-attested photocopies of proofs (Aadhaar, Death/Birth Certificate).
Verification: The officer will verify original documents on the spot.
Receipt: Get a stamped acknowledgment slip. The process usually takes 15–30 days.

How to Check Application Status

Go to the same state portal where you applied.
Look for “Check Application Status” or “Track Food Security Application”.
Enter your Reference Number or Ration Card Number.
Status Meanings:
- Pending: With the inspector for verification.
- Approved: Name added/removed; you can download the e-Ration Card.
- Rejected: Reason will be mentioned (e.g., “Document Blur”).

Common Problems & Solutions

1. Error: “Aadhaar Already Exists”

Reason: The member is already listed in another Ration Card (e.g., parents’ card).
Solution: You MUST get a Deletion Certificate (NOC) from the previous Ration Card first. You cannot be in two cards.

2. Error: “Data Mismatch / Name Mismatch”

Reason: Spelling in the application is different from Aadhaar.
Solution: Enter the name exactly as it appears on the Aadhaar card (including spaces/initials). If Aadhaar is wrong, update Aadhaar first.

3. Error: “OTP Not Received”

Reason: Mobile number not linked to Aadhaar or Ration Card.
Solution: Update your mobile number in the “Update Profile” section of the portal or visit the Aadhaar center to link your mobile.

4. Error: Website Not Opening / Server Time Out

Reason: High traffic on state servers.
Solution: Try accessing the portal late at night (after 10 PM) or early morning (before 8 AM).

5. Problem: Dealer Refuses to Give Rations after Addition

Reason: The Point of Sale (PoS) machine is not updated yet.
Solution: It takes 1-2 months for the machine data to update after online approval. Carry the online approval printout (e-Ration Card) to the dealer.

Official Helplines (Govt Only)

National Grievance Helpline (NFSA): 1967
One Nation One Ration Card Helpline: 14445
Uttar Pradesh: 1800-180-0150
Bihar: 1800-345-6194
Maharashtra: 1800-22-4950
Delhi: 1800-11-0841

Note: Never share your OTP or Bank Account PIN with any helpline executive. Government officials will never ask for these details.

Would you like me to help you find the specific application form PDF for your state?

This information is from official sources as of January 2026. Always verify on your official state portal for latest updates.