Apply for / update a Ration Card (AAHARA)
Apply for a new ration card, switch APL/BPL, or add/remove members through Karnataka's AAHARA Food & Civil Supplies portal.
Authority
Karnataka Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (AAHARA)
Mode
Online + Offline
Time
A few weeks after verification
Cost
Nominal
Steps
- 1
Open AAHARA
Go to ahara.kar.nic.in → e-Services → New Ration Card (or member add/modify).
- 2
Fill the application
Enter family member details and link Aadhaar for each.
- 3
Biometric / verification
Complete Aadhaar-based verification; an inspector may verify the household.
- 4
Card issued
Once approved, download the e-ration card; the physical card follows.
💡 Good to know
- Link Aadhaar for all members to keep the card active and draw rations.