One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how you can access subsidized food grains anywhere in India using your existing ration card through the ONORC scheme.
This scheme allows you to access your food benefits at any ration shop across the country, regardless of where you live or work.
Who it's for
This is for anyone who is already a holder of a ration card under the National Food Security Act.
What you get
You can receive your subsidized food grains from any authorized shop anywhere in India. This means if you move for work or are traveling, you do not have to go back to your home state to collect your food supplies.
What it costs you
There is no monetary cost to use this service, but you must undergo biometric authentication at the shop to verify your identity.
The catch to know
To make this work, every family member listed on your card must have their biometric data linked to the system. If your family members are not properly registered in the database, you may face issues collecting your grains.
How to apply
- Ensure your ration card is active.
- Verify that all family members have their biometrics seeded in the system.
- Visit any authorized ration shop in your current location.
- Complete the biometric verification at the shop to collect your grains.