The Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme 2026 provides 10 kg of free rice per person per month to all NFSA (National Food Security Act) ration card holders in Karnataka. This is in addition to the 5 kg free grain under the central NFSA scheme, giving a total of 10 kg per person. No separate application is needed — it is linked automatically to your Karnataka ration card. Check your ration card status at ahara.kar.nic.in. Last updated: 17.05.2026.
Karnataka Anna Bhagya 2026 – Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rice Quantity (State) | 5 kg per person per month (state top-up) |
| Rice Quantity (Central NFSA) | 5 kg per person per month |
| Total per person | 10 kg per month free |
| Eligible Category | NFSA ration card holders (BPL/PHH/AAY) |
| Distribution Point | Fair Price Shops (FPS) |
Karnataka Anna Bhagya 2026 – Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Ration Card Status | Click Here |
| Apply for New Ration Card | Click Here |
| Food Dept Karnataka | Click Here |
Who is Covered
- All NFSA ration card holders in Karnataka (BPL, PHH, AAY categories)
- Approximately 4.2 crore people covered
- No income limit for existing NFSA card holders — they are automatically covered
No Separate Application Needed
If you have a Karnataka NFSA ration card (white, pink, or green), you automatically receive the Anna Bhagya rice at your nearest Fair Price Shop. Just visit the FPS between the 1st and 20th of each month with your ration card and Aadhaar for biometric verification.
For New Ration Card Application
- Visit sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in
- Apply for a new ration card with family details and income certificate
- After ration card is issued, Anna Bhagya benefits start automatically
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