Do you want to de-link your Aadhaar card from your ration card? If you don’t know the process, don’t worry, we’re here to help you with this simple guide.
I went through this process myself, and I know exactly how confusing it is. But trust me, once you know the steps, it’s actually very easy.
Here, I have explained how I de-linked my Aadhaar card from my ration card online. Explained in easy steps, so anyone can understand. Let’s get started!
How to De-link Aadhaar from Ration Card Online: Step-by-Step
I have shared below a table explaining the steps and details. Just below this table I have written a detailed guide and inserted screenshots so that you can easily follow it to de-link your Aadhaar card from your ration card online:
| STEP | DESCRIPTION | DETAILS |
| Step 1: Visit PDS Portal | You need to visit to the Public Distribution System (PDS) website of your state. | Example: Search on Google for “PDS portal [Your State]” to find the correct website. |
| Step 2: Register | Register here in public login section | – |
| Step 3: Citizen Corner | Look for the option “Citizen Corner”. | This option is for citizen of a state. |
| Step 4: Know Your Ration Card Status | Click on the “Know Your Ration Card Status” option. | Select this option from the drop-down menu. |
| Step 5: Enter Ration Card Details | Enter your ration card number in the box. | Click on Get RC Details after filling the captcha. |
| Step 6: Select De-seed Aadhaar and Verify with OTP | Select the option to De-seed Aadhaar and then enter OTP sent to the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar card. | Keep your phone ready to receive the OTP. |
| Step 7: Submit Your Request | After entering OTP, click “Submit” to complete the request. | You will receive a confirmation message. |
| Step 8: Check Request Status | Visit this website again to check the status of your de-linking request under the “Check Request Status” option. | Processing times can be a few days. You can also follow the above steps to check the status. |
Step 1: Visit the Public Distribution System (PDS) Portal
Each state in India has its own Public Distribution System (PDS) website. To start the de-linking process, open your web browser and visit the PDS website for your state. You can search for your state’s PDS website by typing something like “PDS portal [Your State]”. For example, if you live in Maharashtra, you would search for “PDS portal Maharashtra.”
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Step 2: Log in to Your Account or Register
If you have an account on the PDS website, log in using your username and password. If you don’t have an account, you will need to create one. This usually requires your ration card number and a few personal details, like your name and address.
Step 3: Find the “Citizen Corner” Option
Once you are logged in, look for the “Citizen Corner” option as shown in the below screenshot. This section shows various options, read below for the next process.
Step 4: Select “Know Your Ration Card Status”
After putting the cursor on the “Citizen Corner” you will see a long list in the drop-down menu. Select “Know Your Ration Card Status” as shown in the below screenshot.
Step 5: Enter Your Aadhaar and Ration Card Details
A new screen will et open, now enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number in the box shown below and your ration card number. Numbers must be correct to avoid any errors. After entering fill the captcha and select “Get RC Details”.
Step 6: Select “De-link/De-seed Aadhaar Number
After entering the above details you will see all documents linked to your ration card. Select your Aadhaar number de-linking or Aadhaar de-seeding option.
Step 7: Verify with OTP
After selecting the option you will get an OTP on the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar. Check the OTP on your mobile and enter it in the blank box on the website. This confirms that you are the owner of this Aadhaar card.
Step 8: Submit Your Request
Once you enter the OTP, click on the “Submit” button. Your request to de-seed Aadhaar from your ration card will be processed now. You will receive a confirmation message “the request has been submitted successfully”.
Step 9: Wait for Confirmation
After submitting the request, the de-linking process can take a few days. You can check the status of your request on the same website by selecting “Check Request Status” or the steps explained above.
Documents Required For Aadhaar & Ration Card De-linking Process
When i was trying it myself, I didn’t find any guide explaining this process. After getting my work done, I thought to help people like me and published this post. Following are some required documents that you will need for this process:
- Your Aadhaar Number: You must have your updated aadhaar number, this means your name, address, photo, father’s name accurately printed on it.
- Your Ration Card Number: You will also need your valid ration card number that means your ration card should not be the expired one. If it is expired apply and get a new valid ration card before following aadhaar ration card linking process.
- Mobile Number: Your mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar card. This is important for the verification by getting an OTP on your registered or linked mobile number.
- Internet Connection: You must have a good internet connection because we are going to do this step online.
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After completing these steps and documents, now follow the below steps for de-linking process.
FAQs
What Is a Ration Card and Aadhaar Card?
A ration card is a government-issued address proof document. It helps families to buy food at lower prices. Families who are financially weak government helps them by providing food at the lowest prices. And an Aadhaar card is a unique identity card for person in India. It contains a 12-digit number that is linked to the fingerprints and iris.
The government made it compulsory to link Aadhaar with the ration card. This was made so that only deserving persons can get its advantage. But sometimes it becomes necessary to de-link Aadhaar from a ration card. Let’s see why people to do it.
Why De-link Aadhaar from a Ration Card?
There are several reasons why people de-link their Aadhaar card from their ration card, these are:
- Privacy and Data Concerns: Many people don’t want to share their personal data anywhere because of rapidly increasing of online fraud, such as exact date of birth, fingerprints, and iris scan.
- Mistakes in Linking: If you have linked your Aadhaar to a wrong ration card by mistake, you’ll correct it by de-linking it and again linking with the correct one.
- Changing your Ration Card: If you have moved to a different state or if your family situation has changed, like some persons start living separately, in these situations a new ration card can be made. If you are in such a situation, you can de-link your Aadhaar from the old ration card to link it with the new one again.
- Name Change by any Reason: In some situations you may want to de-link your these both. Like name change after marriage, divorce, personal reasons, or adoption. Apart from these there could be any typo error that you may want to correct it for maintaining the accuracy.
Whatever is the reason, you can easily request to de-link or de-seed your Aadhaar card from your ration card online. Let’s know the documents that you will need in this process.
What Happens After De-linking Aadhaar with Ration card?
Once Aadhaar is de-linked with a ration card, the ration card will still be valid and it will work as before. You can get the ration supplies. After de-linking your Aadhaar number will no longer be connected with it. You can link an updated or a different Aadhaar number if you face any issues.
Is It Safe to De-link Aadhaar from Ration card?
Yes, it’s safe to de-link your Aadhaar card from your ration card. The government allows this option, and it’s up to you whether you want to keep your Aadhaar linked or not.
Final Thoughts
So, here I have explained the process of delinking Aadhaar card with a ration card online as per my own experience. Follow the steps I’ve explained, and you’ll easily do it smoothly.
If you’re facing any issue ask for help from someone who has experience with online forms or comment below I will publish a guide for this.
I hope this guide will help you. Good luck with your aadhaar and ration card de-linking process.
