Ration Card eKYC Status

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has made eKYC compulsory for all ration card holders. Aadhaar and ration card details must match to continue receiving benefits. The deadline for completing eKYC is April 30. The Civil Supplies Department has requested citizens to complete this process before the last date.

Why eKYC is Important

The government is linking welfare schemes with Aadhaar and ration card data. Without eKYC, beneficiaries may lose access to rice, sugar and other ration items. This step is to ensure transparency and prevent fraud. Only verified users will be able to receive subsidies and services.

Ration Card eKYC Status

Andhra Pradesh has around 1.48 crore white ration cards. Out of these, about 7.55 lakh cards are still not updated with eKYC. This has created confusion among people. Many are not sure whether their eKYC is complete. They are visiting ration shops and village secretariats to find out their status. Some people wait for hours only to learn that their eKYC was already done.

How to Check Ration Card eKYC Status Online

To avoid long queues, people can check their eKYC status from home. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: https://epds.ap.gov.in
2. Click on “EPDS Application Search” or “Rice Card Search”
3. Enter your ration card number
4. Click submit
5. Names of family members will appear
6. If “S” is written next to a name, eKYC is done
7. If it shows “No”, eKYC is still pending

How to Check Status at Ration Shop

You can also check eKYC status using the ePOS machine:

– Visit the nearest ration shop or mobile van
– Give your ration card details
– Dealer enters your card number in ePOS machine
– If your name appears in red, eKYC is not done
– If your name appears in green, eKYC is complete
– If not done, give fingerprint to complete the eKYC

Who is Exempt from eKYC?

– Children below five years
– Senior citizens above 80 years

They do not need to complete eKYC. Everyone else must complete it to continue receiving ration benefits.

Deadline and Final Reminder

The last date to complete eKYC is April 30, 2025. Those who fail to update may not receive ration items from May onwards. People should complete eKYC at the earliest to avoid issues.

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