NFSA
National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA)
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States / UT: Rajasthan
Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Food and Civil Supplies
Department: Food & Civil Supplies Department
Nodal department: Food & Civil Supplies Department
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes
Target beneficiaries: Antyodaya Families, BPL Families, PHH Families
Tags: Food Security, Wheat, Subsidy, BPL, Antyodaya, Ration Card, Eligibility, Government Scheme, Rajasthan, Nutrition, Public Distribution, Direct Benefit Transfer
Details
The National Food Security Act, 2013 was launched in the state on October 2, 2013. Under this scheme, Antyodaya families are provided with 35 kilograms of wheat per family and other eligible beneficiaries receive 5 kilograms per unit per month. Beneficiaries holding Antyodaya, BPL, and State BPL ration cards are provided food security at the rate of ₹1 per kg, while other eligible families (PHH) receive it at ₹2 per kg per month.
Benefits
- - 35 kg of wheat per month for Antyodaya families 5 kg of wheat per month for other eligible families (PHH)
- Subsidized rates of ₹1/kg for BPL and State BPL cardholders
- Subsidized rates of ₹2/kg for other eligible families
- 35 kg of wheat per month for Antyodaya families
- 5 kg of wheat per month for other eligible families (PHH)
- Subsidized rates of ₹1/kg for BPL and State BPL cardholders
- Subsidized rates of ₹2/kg for other eligible families
Eligibility
Eligibility for food security is determined based on the inclusion criteria specified in the departmental notification dated September 27, 2018, which includes necessary documents for both rural and urban areas.
Application Process
Online
To apply for the National Food Security benefits, eligible beneficiaries can submit their names for inclusion in the food security lists through the appeal process as per departmental orders dated November 5, 2015, and September 29, 2017. Applications can be made online through e-Mitra or offline at the Sub-Divisional Officer and District Supply Office. Required documents include:
- Aadhar Card Copy
- Address Proof Copy
- Ration Card Copy
For more details, visit the department website: Food & Civil Supplies Department or the beneficiary data portal: Jansoochna.
Documents Required
No document list is available for this scheme yet.
Official links
- https://jaipur.rajasthan.gov.in/scheme/detail/203
- https://jankalyanfile.rajasthan.gov.in/Files//Content/UploadFolder/Scheme/FOOD/NFSA/DOC_203_54b03bdf-40c9-427c-863a-558589403b7f.pdf
- https://jankalyanfile.rajasthan.gov.in/Files//Content/UploadFolder/Scheme/FOOD/NFSA/DOC_203_28d16250-3214-4030-8089-4cac7f477389.pdf
- https://jankalyanfile.rajasthan.gov.in/Files//Content/UploadFolder/Scheme/FOOD/NFSA/DOC_203_2cf8164c-98b5-43a0-958e-fdecd2ee7a68.pdf
- https://www.food.raj.nic.in
References
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Documents Required for Government Schemes
Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
How to Apply for Government Schemes?
The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:
- Check eligibility criteria
- Collect required documents
- Fill the application form
- Submit the application online or at the relevant office
- Track application status