Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) provides free foodgrains to crores of beneficiaries covered under the National Food Security Act.
Apply and check your status free on the official Government of India portal.
Benefits
- Free foodgrains (rice/wheat) to NFSA ration-card holders
- Helps poor and vulnerable households with food security
- Distributed through the Public Distribution System (PDS)
Eligibility
- NFSA beneficiaries — Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and Priority Households (PHH)
- Valid ration card linked with Aadhaar
Documents required
- Ration card
- Aadhaar of family members
How to apply
- Ensure your ration card is active and Aadhaar-linked.
- Collect free foodgrains from your designated Fair Price Shop.
- Use the NFSA portal to check entitlements and grievances.
Helpline
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Official links
- National Food Security portal ↗
- Department of Food & Public Distribution ↗
- Check your eligibility on myScheme (Govt of India) ↗
FAQs
Who gets free ration under PMGKAY?
NFSA ration-card holders under Antyodaya Anna Yojana and Priority Households.
How do I claim PMGKAY foodgrains?
Through your linked Fair Price Shop using a valid, Aadhaar-seeded ration card.