The J&K Ration Card List 2026 (JKePDS) has been published online by the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department of Jammu and Kashmir to help residents easily find their names. This new list includes details of ration cards issued under Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), Priority Household (PHH) and Non Priority Household (NPHH) categories which are part of the National Food Security Act (NFSA) to ensure food security at genuine rates. The portal allows you to search district wise lists and also enables checking the ration card application status downloading reports in PDF format, and learning about ration allotment and eligibility rules.
What is the J&K Ration Card List 2026?
The J&K Ration Card List 2026 (JKePDS) is a comprehensive list of households that are eligible for ration card benefits under the Public Distribution System (PDS). It includes district and tehsil wise reports of ration card holders across categories like AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana), PHH (Priority Household) and NPHH families. Applicants can view and download their list from the official Ration Card Management System (RCMS) website of Jammu & Kashmir.
How to Check Your Name in the J&K Ration Card List Online?
To view your name in the J&K Ration Card List 2026 (JKePDS) report follow the given steps:
Step 1> Open the official RCMS portal at rcms.jk.gov.in (Jammu & Kashmir Ration Card Management System).
Step 2> Click on “Ration Card Drilldown Report” option and enter the captcha text shown on the page. Now Choose your District, DFSO (District Food Supplies Officer), Scheme and Report Name.
Step 3> Click “View Report” to see a list of ration cards and select the relevant DFSO and then TFSO (Tehsil Food Supply Officer).
Step 4> Finally click on the Fair Price Shop (FPS) link to see the final list of ration cards .
Steps to Download the J&K Ration Card List as PDF
To download the J&K Ration Card list as PDF follow the given steps:
Step 1> After reaching the final ration list on your screen print the J&K Ration Card List as PDF.
Step 2> In the Print window set the Destination to “Save as PDF” and set the Destination to “Save as PDF”.
Steps to Check Ration Card Application Status
To check ration card application status follow the given steps:
Step 1> Open rcms.jk.gov.in and go to the “Ration Card Search with Aadhaar ID” section
Step 2> Enter the displayed captcha and click Verify. Now input your Aadhaar number and click on “View Report” to check your application status or ration card details.
Eligibility Criteria for J&K Ration Card
To qualify for a ration card under the NFSA system in Jammu & Kashmir applicants need to follow an eligibility criteria given below:
- Applicants must be a permanent resident of Jammu & Kashmir to qualify for a ration card under the NFSA system .
- Households not already holding a ration card in the UT are eligible.
- Newly married couples who don’t possess a ration card can apply.
- Citizens whose temporary ration cards have expired are eligible for a new one.
Monthly Ration Entitlement in Jammu & Kashmir
| Family Size | Monthly Ration Entitlement |
|---|---|
| One member | 10 kg |
| Two members | 20 kg |
| Three members | 30 kg |
| Four members | 35 kg |
| Five members | 35 kg |
| Six members | 35 kg |
Important (FAQs):
Q1. How can I find my name in the J&K Ration Card Beneficiary List?
Ans. You can view the J&K Ration Card List 2026 on the RCMS portal by selecting your district DFSO, TFSO and FPS and then searching the final list.
Q2. Can I download the ration card list as a PDF?
Ans. Yes once the list is displayed online press Ctrl + P and save it as a PDF on your device.
Q3. What do AAY, PHH and NPHH stand for?
Ans. AAY refers to Antyodaya Anna Yojana households PHH is Priority Household and NPHH is Non Priority Household under the National Food Security Act program.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| J&K NFSA State Portal | Click Here |
| J&K FCSCA Department | Click Here |
