How to Link Aadhaar to Ration Card: A Complete Guide

Linking your Aadhaar to your Ration Card can be done both online and offline. Here's how:

Aadhaar Link to Ration Card Online

To connect your Aadhaar card to your ration card online, follow these steps:

1. Visit your state's Public Distribution System (PDS) portal.
2. Enter your Aadhaar number, ration card number, and your registered mobile number.
3. Click ‘Continue’.
4. You'll receive an OTP on your registered mobile.
5. Enter OTP and click to link the ration card to your Aadhaar.

Link Ration Card with Aadhaar Card via SMS

Follow these steps:

1. Type "UID SEED" and send the SMS to 51969.
2. Receive updates about the information received and verification of linking.

Aadhaar Seeding to Ration Card Offline

If you prefer the offline method:

1. Provide photocopies of Aadhaar for the family and your ration card.
2. If not done, include a bank passbook photocopy.
3. Submit documents, and you might need to provide a fingerprint ID.
4. Get notified by SMS or email once linked.

Checking Aadhaar and Ration Card Linking

1. Download the 'Mera ration' app from Play Store.
2. Select ‘Aadhaar Seeding’ and enter your ration card number.
3. Submit to check status.

Documents Required

• Original ration card photocopy.
• Aadhaar photocopies for all family.
• Aadhaar copy of the head of the family.
• Bank passbook photocopy.
• Two passport-sized photos of the head of the family.

Importance of Linking Ration Card with Aadhaar

• Prevents misuse of government programs by unauthorized users.
• Makes PDS more effective through biometric identification.
• Prevents duplicated ration cards.
• Supports ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ for beneficiaries across states.
• Creates audit trails to identify and stop fraud.