Ration Card E-KYC: If you are a ration card holder, this news may be important for you. Under the NFSA, the government aims to ensure that affordable or free rations reach the right beneficiaries. To this end, e-KYC has now been made mandatory for ration card holders. This process has been implemented to remove fake or ineligible names and ensure uninterrupted access to rations for those in need. The ration card is not only a crucial document for food security but also serves as an identity, so periodic verification is considered essential.
E-KYC Required Every Five Years
According to the new rules, every family will be required to complete e-KYC on their ration card every five years. Many people last completed this process several years ago, making it necessary to update it again. Fortunately, digital access has made this task easier than ever, and most people can complete it from the comfort of their homes.
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Perform E-KYC for your ration card from home
To do this, first download the Mera Ration app and Aadhaar FaceRD app on your mobile. Open the app, enter your location, and complete the verification process using your Aadhaar number, captcha, and OTP. After verification, your Aadhaar-related information will appear on the screen. Select the Face e-KYC option and scan your face in front of the camera. The process will complete in a few seconds, and your e-KYC will be complete.
How to Check e-KYC Status
If you want to know whether your e-KYC is complete, log in to the Mera Ration app again. After entering your Aadhaar number and OTP, when your information opens, pay attention to the status. If Status: Y appears, it means the e-KYC is complete. Status: N means the process is still incomplete.
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Offline E-KYC options are also available
Those facing difficulties with the online process can also visit their nearest ration dealer or CSC (Common Service Centre) to complete their e-KYC. All you need to do is bring your Aadhaar card and ration card.