Tripura Ration Card 2025

Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) - AAY Ration Cards are distributed to households that fall under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. These families are given rationed goods at the lowest possible prices.  

Above Poverty Line (APL) - This card is issued to families that earn a consistent income. Their annual income falls in the Above poverty line (APL) category.

Tripura Ration Card Benefits

In the state of Tripura, having a ration card is not mandatory. You can check out the benefits of being a Tripura ration card holder below:

1. Get rationed commodities at low prices.
2. Can be used as proof of identity for official documents.
3. Can be used as address proof.
4. It helps in identifying the socioeconomic status of the household.
5. It can use to get funding and scholarships under different government schemes (if you are eligible).

Eligibility criteria for applying for a Tripura Ration Card

You can apply for a ration card in Tripura if you meet the eligibility criteria outlined below:

1. You must be a permanent resident of the state of Tripura.
2. The applicant must be closely related to the family members who are applying for the ration card.
3. If you marry into the family, you can add your name to the ration card.
4. You should not hold a ration card from any other state.

Documents Required for Applying for a Tripura Ration Card

You will need the following documents for applying for the Tripura Ration Card.

1. Proof of Address

1. Aadhaar Cards (members of the household)

1. Tripura Ration Card Application Form

1. PAN Card

1. Water Bill (copy)

1. Photographs of the family (recent)

1. Birth certificate (if applicable)

1. Electricity Bill (copy)

1. Bank account details

1. Marriage certificate (if applicable)

1. Income Certificate

1. Surrender Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for a Tripura Ration Card Offline?

If you want to apply for a ration card in Tripura follow the application procedure outlined below:

Step 1 - Visit the nearest Fair Price Shop (FPS) or the concerned District Office.

Step 2 - Collect the application form for the Ration Card.

Step 3 - Enter details as required and sign the document. Make sure you don’t leave out any fields. Also, provide accurate details in the form. Attach a passport-size photograph (recent) to the form (in the space provided).

Step 4 - Submit copies of relevant documents along with the application form to the authorities.

Step 5 - You will receive an acknowledgement slip.

Step 6 - Once your application form and the supporting documents are verified, you will be eligible for ground-level verification by an authorized Supply Officer.

Step 7 - Upon successful inspection by the concerned authority, you will be approved for a ration card.

Step 8 - The ration card will be delivered to your address.

How to access the Beneficiary List for Tripura Ration Card?

The Department of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs (Tripura) publish a list of the beneficiaries eligible for state ration card benefits. Here is how you can view Tripura Ration Card Beneficiary list.

Step 1 - Go to the official website of EPDS Tripura- https://epostr.gov.in/

Step 2 - Click on the ‘Ration Card’ option.

Step 3 - Fill in the details and select the option to view the list of beneficiaries.

Step 4 - You will be redirected to a new page with a captcha code.

Step 5 - Enter the captcha code carefully and click on ‘Verify’.

Step 6 - Fill in the required details and click on ‘View Report’.

Step 7 - You will get a report with the list of beneficiaries.

How to View Tripura Ration Card Information Online?

Beneficiaries can see the information about their ration cards online. Follow the steps outlined below:

Step 1 - Visit the official website https://epostr.gov.in/ (AePDS, Govt. of Tripura).

Step 2 -  Select the option ‘RC Details’.

Step 3 - Enter relevant information such as the month, year and RC number.

Step 4 - Click on the ‘Submit' button.

Step 5 - Your screen will display a list with important details such as District, FPS ID, Beneficiary, Taluk, FPS ID, etc.

Tripura Ration Card Contact Details

Tripura state government has established a toll-free consumer helpline number 18003453665 to help you with any queries, complaints, and grievances.