Ration Card e-KYC Deadline Extended to June 30: Complete Now to Avoid Deactivation
The government has made it mandatory for all ration card holders to complete their e-KYC process by June 30, 2025. If this is not done within the deadline, beneficiaries risk removal from the ration card and may lose access to subsidized ration.
This move is part of the government’s initiative to improve the public distribution system and ensure that benefits reach only the rightful and needy individuals. e-KYC is done using the Aadhaar card, verifying the identity of the ration cardholder and all listed family members.
Earlier, the deadline was set as March 31, 2025, but it has now been extended due to widespread technical issues and lack of awareness among users.
How to Complete Ration Card e-KYC
You can complete the process either online or offline:
Offline Process:
Visit your nearest ration shop or public service center. Carry your ration card and Aadhaar cards of all family members. Your biometric verification—such as fingerprint or face scan—will be done via POS machine. Once verified, your ration card will be linked with Aadhaar.
Online Process:
Download the Mera Ration app or Aadhaar Face RD app from the Google Play Store. Enter your Aadhaar number and complete OTP-based verification. Enable your phone’s camera for face scanning to finish the process.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?
If you fail to complete e-KYC by June 30, your ration card may be cancelled or deactivated. This could lead to a loss of free or subsidized ration and removal from government welfare schemes.
To avoid disruption in your ration supply and government benefits, it is advised to complete the e-KYC process as early as possible.
Ration Card eKYC: If you do not complete the e-KYC by the deadline, your ration card may be deactivated or cancelled, and you may lose access to free or subsidized ration. In such cases, reactivation will require applying to the Food Department.
Ration Card eKYC: To continue receiving benefits without any interruption, complete your ration card e-KYC well before the deadline.
