These 7 people in Delhi will never be eligible for a ration card. Are you one of them?

Under these new rules, some important changes have been made for new ration cards. The most important thing is that the annual family income limit was previously ₹1 lakh.

The rules for issuing ration cards for people living in Delhi have now changed. The Delhi government recently issued a notification of the Delhi Food Security Rules, 2026. This aims to ensure that more people can benefit from government subsidies and reduce corruption and misuse.

Under these new rules, some important changes have been made for new ration cards. The most important thing is that the annual family income limit, which was previously ₹1 lakh, has now been increased to ₹1.2 lakh. This means that even families with slightly higher incomes can now apply for a ration card. However, certain conditions have been added to ensure that the subsidy reaches the right people. So let's find out which 7 people in Delhi will never be eligible for a ration card, and if you're one of them.

7 people in Delhi who will never be eligible for a ration card

1. High-income families - If the family's annual income exceeds ₹1.2 lakh, they will not be eligible for a ration card.

2. Property-owning members - If any family member owns private property (in categories A to E), they will not be eligible for a ration card.

3. Income Tax Payers - If any family member pays income tax, this family will not be eligible for a new ration card.

4. Four-wheel-drive owners - If any family member owns a car or other four-wheel-drive vehicle, they will not be eligible for a ration card. However, if the vehicle is solely for household use or commercial purposes, this rule will not apply.

5. High-capacity electricity connection - If the household has an electricity connection of more than 2 kilowatts, they will not be eligible for a ration card.

6. Government employees or beneficiaries of government schemes - People working in a government or government-affiliated institution who already receive benefits under a government food subsidy scheme.

7. Female head of household - According to the new rules, the eldest woman in the household will be the head of the household. If she is under 18 years of age, the male members will consider her the head of the household until she reaches adulthood.

How to apply for a new ration card

Previously, people used to visit various offices to obtain ration cards. This will no longer be the case. According to reports, the application for a ration card will now be completely digital. You can apply online using your mobile or laptop. After submitting the application, it will be thoroughly verified. A system has also been created to resolve complaints in a timely manner. The new system aims to ensure that people covered under the National Food Security Act, 2013, receive more benefits. To this end, accountability and transparency have been increased in the supply of subsidized rations.