One Nation One Ration Card Scheme lets ration card holders buy subsidized food grains from any Public Distribution System (PDS) shop anywhere in India. This was announced by the late Food and Public Distribution Minister, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan. This scheme makes it easy for people to get their ration without any trouble, no matter which state they are in. It is great news for people, especially migrant workers, ensuring food security across states.
One Nation One Ration Card Scheme 2025 Overview
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has supported this scheme to help poor people during times like lockdowns by making ration available everywhere. About 23 states help 670 million people through this program. Nearly 83% of PDS beneficiaries are covered, and by March, all eligible beneficiaries are expected to be included. Any citizen can buy ration at fair price shops across the country with their ration card.
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Details About One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
| Scheme Name | One Nation One Ration Card Scheme |
| Introduced by | Shri Ram Vilas Paswan |
| Objective | Make sure no person suffers because of lack of subsidized food grains |
| Scheme Duration | Up to 30 June 2030 |
| Beneficiaries | Ration card holders across India |
| Implementing Agency | Food Corporation of India (FCI) |
Purpose of One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
- Stops fake ration cards and helps reduce corruption in PDS.
- Makes ration available anywhere in India even if you move to a different state.
- Especially helps migrant workers by giving them food security across the country.
- The government aims to roll it out nationwide fast so most people benefit.
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One Nation One Ration Card Toll-Free Helpline
If you have any trouble with this scheme, you can call the government helpline at 14445. People using this scheme can register complaints and get support. By 31 March, about 810 million NFSA beneficiaries nationwide are expected to have this facility.
Statistics of One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
| Number of States | 15 |
| Ration Cards Issued | 2,599 (in thousands) |
| Beneficiaries | 18,053 (in thousands) |
| Total Transactions | 2,656 (in thousands) |
| Antyodaya Anna Yojana Transactions | 166 (in thousands) |
| Priority Household Transactions | 2,490 (in thousands) |
| Wheat Distribution (in tons) | 25,352.75 |
| Rice Distribution (in tons) | 27,769.24 |
One Nation One Ration Card is a big success providing 810 million NFSA beneficiaries simple access to ration everywhere. This was an important achievement of the Modi 2.0 government. By June, 20 more states will join, and by March 2024, it will cover the whole country. — Ram Vilas Paswan (@irvpaswan)
Main Features of One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
- The Central Government started it to help migrant citizens get ration anywhere.
- Provides food grains like wheat and rice at affordable prices from any PDS shop in India.
- All ration card holders can use the benefits.
- Started under the National Food Security Act, 2013.
- Over 525,000 PDS shops are part of this scheme across the country.
- Use of biometric systems ensures smooth ration delivery.
- Home delivery of ration for people over 65 years old and persons with disabilities.
- The government launched the ‘Mera Ration’ app for easy access to ration details.
- Check your ration entitlement easily using the app.
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Main Benefits of One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
- Available to everyone from June 2024 onwards.
- Migrant workers moving between states can make full use of it.
- Buy your ration easily and clearly at any PDS shop using your ration card.
- Many states like Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Haryana, Jharkhand, Kerala, Telangana, Maharashtra already use this system well.
Format for One Nation One Ration Card
The central government has given a standard ration card format to states and Union Territories. Features:
- Minimal required details included, with option to add more as per state needs.
- Cards are issued in Hindi, English, and local languages.
- Each card has a 10-digit unique ration card number: first 2 digits state code, next 2 digits ration card number part.
- An extra 2-digit code is added to create unique IDs for family members.
Selection Process for One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
Ration cards come in two categories based on income – Above Poverty Line (APL) and Below Poverty Line (BPL). The selection is based on this:
- APL Category: For families living above the poverty line. Eligible for APL ration card and may apply accordingly.
- BPL Category: For families below the poverty line. Eligible for BPL ration card and should apply.
How to Apply for One Nation One Ration Card Scheme?
If you have a ration card, you don’t need to apply online or offline separately. The central and state governments link beneficiaries’ ration cards with their Aadhaar numbers automatically. Records are checked and integrated under the Integrated Management Public Distribution System (IMPDS). Once linked, you can buy ration from any PDS shop across India.
List of Participating States in One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
The government is also linking ration cards with Aadhaar to improve access. You can see the states where the scheme is available on the Integrated Management Public Distribution System (IMPDS) official portal.
- Go to the IMPDS official website.
- The homepage shows the list of states using the scheme.
States Using One Nation One Ration Card Scheme
- Andhra Pradesh
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Bihar
- Chandigarh
- Daman and Diu
- Goa
- Gujarat
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Jharkhand
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Lakshadweep
- Leh Ladakh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Manipur
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- Odisha
- Puducherry
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Sikkim
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Tripura
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
One Nation One Ration Card Mobile App
The government has launched the ‘Mera Ration’ app under this scheme. It helps people, especially those moving to other states for work, to easily find ration shops and check ration details. Features include:
- Find nearby ration shops.
- Check ration eligibility information.
- See recent transactions.
- Check Aadhaar linking status.
- Submit feedback and suggestions.
- App available in Hindi and English.
How to Download Mera Ration App
- Open Google Play Store on your phone.
- Search for ‘Mera Ration’ app.
- Pick the app from the top of the list.
- Click on ‘Install’.
- The app will download and install on your phone.
How to Link Your Ration Card with Aadhaar
- Go to the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India.
- Click on ‘Start Now’ on the homepage.
- Enter your address details.
- Choose the ration card benefit option.
- Enter Aadhaar number, ration card number, email, and mobile number.
- Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Once verified, you will see a confirmation message.
- Your ration card will be linked to your Aadhaar successfully.