Only if you have this Ration Card, you will get all the government benefits! Yes, a ration card is not just a card to get rice. It is like a key to many important government schemes like Grihalakshmi ₹2000, free house, and many other benefits.
That is why, if you lose your precious ration card or need a printout in any emergency, don’t worry! Now you can download it yourself sitting on your mobile in a few minutes. Do you know how? Here are the very easy steps.
2 main ‘weapons’ needed to download!
Only two things are required for this time-saving process:
- This is important to do.
- Registered Mobile Number (Active Mobile Number): The OTP (One Time Password) that comes to the mobile linked to the ration card is mandatory. This OTP is required for your security.
Step-by-step method to download ration card (Just 4 Steps!)
Follow these simple steps on your mobile:
- Step 1: Visit the official website: First, go to the official website of the Karnataka Food and Civil Supplies Department (https://ahara.karnataka.gov.in/fcs_verify_mser/).
- Step 2: Card Number and Submit: Enter your ration card number in the required field and click on the “Submit” button below.
- Step 3: Enter OTP: A 4 or 6-digit OTP will be sent to your mobile number. Enter it correctly and verify it.
- Step 4: Download/Take Print: If the OTP is correct, a digital copy of your ration card will be available on the screen. Now you can easily download it in PDF format or take a printout directly!
What to do if you forget your ration card number?
The number is important for downloading, but what if you forget it? Don’t worry! There is an easy way to find that too:
- Visit the same official Food Department website (https://ahara.karnataka.gov.in/Home/EServices).
- Click on “E-Services” in the menu.
- Then, select the option “Ration Card Details”.
- Select the details like your Aadhaar card number, name of the head of the family, district and taluk that are asked here.
- As soon as you enter this information, your lost ration card number will appear on the screen. Write it down and continue the download process.