Ration card is a primary legal document used for identity and address verification. Initially,
the ration card was used to meet household needs at the household subsidy rate so that all people could benefit from government schemes. In West Bengal,
ordinary ration cards have been converted to digital ration cards. The people of the state have now been given new West Bengal digital ration cards. In this article,
we will look at the ration card application process as well as the West Bengal Digital Ration Card in detail.
eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria to apply for the new West Bengal Digital Ration Card is listed below:
The ration card of the applicant should not be in possession.
Recently married couples in West Bengal can apply.
Applicants in possession of a temporary ration card or previous card expiry can apply for a new digital ration card.
Required documents
The following documents are required to be submitted for obtaining a digital ration card of West Bengal.
A passport size photograph of the head of the household is required.
Photo ID Proof (Voter ID Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving License)
Residential address proof (electricity bill, water bill, etc.)