Bihar Ration Card List is an important resource for families in Bihar to get subsidized food items under the National Food Security Act. Bihar government provides ration to eligible citizens whose names appear in the Bihar Ration Card List. You can now check your name online on the official website without visiting any government office. This article explains how you can check your name in the Bihar Ration Card New List 2025 easily.
What is Bihar Ration Card List 2025?
Any poor family in Bihar can apply for a ration card. The government issues ration cards to families based on their income and eligibility. If your name is included in the Bihar Ration Card List 2025, you can buy essential items like wheat, rice, sugar, kerosene, etc., at affordable rates from ration shops across the state. The list is updated yearly according to income levels. A ration card also acts as a proof of identity for various purposes.
To know how to apply for a free ration card, visit this link. For details on ePOS Bihar, click here.
Key Details of Bihar Ration Card List
| Article Name | Bihar Ration Card List |
| Launched By | Bihar Government |
| Beneficiaries | Citizens of Bihar |
| Objective | To provide Bihar Ration Card list online through official website |
| Official Website | sfc.bihar.gov.in |
| Year | 2025 |
| State | Bihar |
| Application Type | Online / Offline |
Purpose of Bihar Ration Card List
This list helps citizens check their names online to get their ration card details easily. No need to visit government offices anymore. This saves time and money and makes the process transparent. People whose names appear in the list can get ration at low prices.
Also read about Bihar Anganwadi Beneficiary Scheme.
Types of Ration Cards in Bihar
- APL Ration Card – For families above the poverty line. Any person in Bihar can apply. The card color is orange. No income limit is set.
- BPL Ration Card – For families below the poverty line with annual income less than ₹10,000. The card color is red.
- AAY Ration Card – For extremely poor families with very low or no income. The card color is yellow.
Bihar government decided to help 10 lakh urban needy people without ration cards by giving ₹1000 and ration during the coronavirus pandemic. Survey done in all 142 urban local bodies. #NitishCares
Bihar APL/BPL Ration Card List
Names are listed district-wise and village-wise. People who have applied recently for APL, BPL, or AAY ration cards can check their names in respective new lists online. If your name is in the Bihar APL/BPL Ration List, you can get ration at subsidized rates.
Also explore Bihar Labour Card List here: Bihar Labour Card List.
District Wise Bihar Ration Card Status
| District Name | PHH | AAY | Total Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arwal | 80,721 | 17,576 | 98,297 |
| Aurangabad | 2,62,454 | 54,583 | 3,17,037 |
| Araria | 4,97,037 | 74,327 | 5,71,364 |
| Begusarai | 4,57,293 | 72,638 | 5,29,931 |
| Bhagalpur | 4,40,249 | 54,774 | 4,95,023 |
| Banka | 3,20,309 | 34,121 | 3,54,430 |
| Bhajpur | 3,04,519 | 65,788 | 3,70,307 |
| Buxar | 1,51,177 | 30,483 | 1,81,660 |
| Darbhanga | 7,35,926 | 92,519 | 8,32,045 |
| Gaya | 4,53,226 | 87,788 | 5,40,240 |
| Gopalganj | 2,53,523 | 62,209 | 3,15,732 |
| Jamui | 2,26,549 | 48,585 | 3,75,134 |
| Jehanabad | 1,22,057 | 23,864 | 1,45,921 |
| Katihar | 5,18,766 | 53,413 | 5,72,179 |
| Khagaria | 2,88,949 | 47,382 | 3,36,331 |
| Kishanganj | 2,53,747 | 65,365 | 3,19,112 |
| Kaimur | 1,35,820 | 42,739 | 1,78,559 |
| Lakshisarai | 1,15,097 | 16,012 | 1,31,109 |
| Madhepura | 3,26,359 | 40,221 | 3,66,616 |
| Madhubani | 6,63,040 | 1,53,849 | 8,16,889 |
| Munger | 1,76,779 | 39,153 | 2,15,932 |
| Muzaffarpur | 6,96,593 | 1,40,466 | 8,37,059 |
| Nalanda | 3,55,557 | 85,804 | 4,41,361 |
| Nawada | 2,47,399 | 45,410 | 2,92,809 |
| Patna | 7,79,867 | 1,20,704 | 9,00,571 |
| Purnia | 5,42,434 | 63,044 | 6,05,478 |
| Pashchim Champaran | 5,72,721 | 1,15,853 | 6,88,574 |
| Purab Champaran | 7,18,030 | 1,41,478 | 8,59,508 |
| Rohtas | 2,92,439 | 52,026 | 3,44,465 |
| Saharsa | 3,01,815 | 39,090 | 3,40,905 |
| Samastipur | 6,57,621 | 1,06,222 | 7,63,843 |
| Saran | 3,98,697 | 1,00,312 | 4,99,009 |
| Shekikhpura | 68,459 | 11,129 | 79,588 |
| Sheohar | 1,27,882 | 13,410 | 1,41,292 |
| Sitamarhi | 5,98,807 | 75,674 | 6,74,481 |
| Siwan | 3,76,310 | 53,745 | 4,30,055 |
| Supaul | 3,80,404 | 52,751 | 4,33,155 |
| Vaishali | 4,89,344 | 84,805 | 5,74,149 |
| Total | 1,43,91,018 | 24,79,312 | 1,68,70,330 |
Benefits of Bihar Ration Card
- Works as an identity proof for many purposes.
- Allows people to get food items like wheat, rice, sugar, kerosene at subsidized prices.
- Needed for applying for voter ID cards.
- Required for getting driving licenses.
- Used for applying for electricity connections.
Also read about Kabir Final Rites Grant Scheme.
Required Documents (Eligibility)
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- Aadhar Card
- Bank passbook
- Income certificate
- LPG connection number
- Mobile number
- Passport size photograph
How to Check Your Name in Bihar Ration Card New List 2025?
- Go to the official Food Department website at sfc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the ‘Ration Card Details’ option.
- You will see a list of districts; choose your district.
- Select your Tehsil (subdivision).
- Then, pick your nearest ration shop name.
- A list of all ration card holders under that shop will appear. Find your and your family’s name there.
- Click on your ration card number to see full details and print if needed.
How to Download Bihar Ration Card and Check Number
- Visit the official Food and Consumer Protection Department website at epds.bihar.gov.in.
- On the home page, click on the ‘RCMS’ option.
- Choose your district, and then select the urban or rural option.
- Click to see the block list, select your block.
- Pick your Panchayat and then your village.
- Select your Fair Price Shop (FPS) name.
- Find your name in the list of ration card holders.
- Click on your ration card number for details.
- You can check details and print your ration card from there.
How to Login on Bihar Ration Card Portal?
- Go to Bihar Government’s official website.
- On the home page, enter your username, password, and captcha code.
- Click ‘Login’ to access your account.
How to Register a Complaint About Bihar Ration Card?
If your name is not in the new ration card list or you face any issue related to Public Distribution System (PDS), you can register a complaint online.
- Visit the official food and supply department website.
- Click on the ‘Submit Grievance’ option under Consumer Info.
- Fill the complaint form with necessary details and upload required documents.
- Submit the form. You will get a registration ID for tracking.
How to Check Status of Your Complaint?
- Go to the official website.
- Click on ‘Know Grievance Status’.
- Enter your complaint registration ID and click on ‘Get Status’ to see progress.
How to See Blacklisted Employee Details?
- Visit the official EPDS Bihar website.
- On the home page, click on the ‘Black Listed Employee Report’ link.
- Select your district to view details of blacklisted employees.
How to Login for Paddy Procurement?
- Visit Bihar Government’s official website.
- Click on ‘Paddy Procurement Login’ option.
- Enter required details and submit the form to login.
How to Apply for Bihar Ration Card?
- Visit the nearest Circle Office or SDO Office.
- Get the ration card application form.
- Fill in all required information carefully.
- Attach all necessary documents.
- Submit the form to the concerned department.
How to View District-wise Asset Details?
- Go to Bihar Government’s official website.
- Click on ‘Asset Declaration’ and then ‘District Asset’.
- Choose your district and login with your username and password.
- View asset details on your screen.
How to Download E-Challan?
- Go to EPDS Bihar official website.
- Click on the ‘Services’ tab, then ‘Download E-Challan’ link.
- Fill in your Unique Reference Number or other required details.
- Click ‘Search’ to view and download your e-challan.
How to Register Your Mobile Number?
- Go to EPDS Bihar official website.
- Under the ‘Services’ tab, select ‘Register Your Mobile Number’.
- Fill in details like district, block, FPS, customer name, and mobile number.
- Click ‘Register’ to complete the process.
How to Download Different Reports?
- Visit EPDS Bihar official website.
- Click on ‘Services’ tab and choose the report you want to download such as:
- FPS Wise Allotment Report
- SIO Status Report
- SSC Annapurna App Dealer Report
- SSC Annapurna App DSD Transaction Report
- Sub Division Wise Performance Report
- SSC Monitoring App AGM Registration Report
- Miller Registration Report
- SSC Monitoring App AGM Receiving Report
- SSC Monitoring App AGM Dispatch Report
- Farmer Registration Report
- Paddy Procurement Report
- Select district, block, and village to view the report.
Contact Details for Bihar Ration Card Help
- Visit the Food and Supply Department official website.
- Click on ‘Contact Us’ on the home page.
- You will find contact numbers to get help regarding ration card issues.
- Toll Free Number: 1800 – 3456 – 194