Telangana Ration Card or Food Security Card (FSC) is an essential document issued by the Telangana Civil Supplies Department to the residents of Telangana state. It is issued to eligible households, and it enables them to purchase essential commodities such as rice, wheat, sugar, and others at subsidized rates from the Public Distribution System (PDS) shops.
The application process for a ration card or FSC can be completed online through the Telangana Civil Supplies Department’s official website. To apply online, the applicant needs to visit the website, register themselves, fill in the required details, and submit the application form along with the necessary documents. The applicant can also track the status of their application online by using their reference number. Once the application is approved, the ration card or FSC will be issued, and the applicant can collect it from their nearest MeeSeva center.
To download a ration card in Telangana, individuals can visit the official website of the Telangana State Civil Supplies Department. Additionally, to verify the status of their ration card, they can check the FSC website. It is essential to keep the ration card up-to-date and in good condition. In case of loss or damage, individuals can apply for a duplicate ration card at the Meeseva office.
If you don’t have a ration card yet, then you need to go to the nearest Meeseva office to apply for a new ration card. Ration card is issued and maintained by Consumer, civil supplies, and Food Department in Telangana State.
This article will guide you on how to apply for a new Food Security Card in Telangana state.
Step by Step Procedure – How to Apply Ration Card in Telangana in 2023
Step #1 First you need to fill the application form for New Ration Card in Telangana. It is available in the nearest meeseva center and also available online through the official meeseva online portal.
In the official Meeseva portal looks like below, there you will get various types of application forms belongs to various departments. If you’re a bit confused about that just follow the below link, so you can directly download the application form for the New Ration card in Telangana state.
Step #2 If you want to apply for new ration card then you will need to download the New Food Security Card application as mentioned below.
Step #3 – Download New Ration Card Application Form click on New Food Security Card Application Form
Application for New Food Security Card in Telangana. Take a printout of the New Food Security Card application form. Fill the application with the below-mentioned details of it
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How To Get Telangana Ration Card
Required documents to get Food Security Card in Telangana
- Aadhar Card Details
- Family Members details with Aadhar Card numbers
- Caste certificate
- Gas Connection Details
- FR Shop details
- Current & Residence Address
- Signature of Applicant
Click Here to Download New Food Security Card Application Form


Documents Required to Apply New Ration or Food Security Card in Telangana
Ration card Telangana online application form
- Xerox copy of Original Resident Proof
- Xerox copy of Aadhar Card
- Copy of Passport photo of the applicant
- Valid mobile number
Step#3 Submit application with relevant fee in nearest Meeseva center and collect acknowledgment form
How many types of ration cards are available?
There 3 types of ration cards available in Telangana State mentioned below.
- AFSC
- FSC
- Antyodaya Anna Yojana Cards
How to Check New Ration Card Status in Online
To check the FSC (Food Security Card) status in Telangana, you can follow the steps given below:
- Visit the Telangana Civil Supplies Department’s official website at https://epds.telangana.gov.in.
- Click on the “FSC Search” option on the homepage.
- On the FSC search page, you will be asked to enter your FSC number or your ration card number.
- After entering your FSC or ration card number, click on the “Search” button.
- The website will then display your FSC card status along with the details of your card.
Alternatively, you can also check the FSC card status by visiting the nearest MeeSeva or Civil Supplies office and providing your FSC or ration card number. They will be able to provide you with the status of your FSC card.

How to Transfer Ration Card in Telangana
Ration card transfer in Telangana – If you want to transfer your Food security card in Telangana, you need to fill the application form provided by Meeseva and submitting into Meeseva.
Click here to download the application form – Transfer FSC Card in Telangana
Documents required for Ration card in Telangna
- Valid FSC Number
- Present Address details
- Details of New Address
- Valid proof of New Address
- Informant Name
1. What is the income to get ration card in Telangana?
1.50 lakhs to Rs. 2 lakhs in urban areas.
2. What is the difference between white and pink ration card in Telangana?
In Telangana, white ration cards are issued to families living below the poverty line, whereas pink ration cards are issued to families living above the poverty line but with an annual income below a certain threshold.
3. Can I get income certificate without ration card in Telangana?
Yes , you will get more but you’re income will depend on your assets.