Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)
Department of Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana provides 5 kg of free foodgrain per person a month to Antyodaya Anna Yojana and Priority Household ration cardholders under the National Food Security Act. The Cabinet extended the scheme for five years through December 2028.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Department of Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
- Level
- Central and State
- Launched
- 2020
- Last date
- Open all year, a monthly entitlement extended through December 2028.
- Helpline
- 1967
What you get
Free foodgrain of 5 kg per person a month to Antyodaya Anna Yojana and Priority Household ration card holders under the National Food Security Act. Since January 2023 this replaced the earlier subsidised price system, and the Cabinet extended it for five years through December 2028.
Who is eligible
Households already covered under the National Food Security Act as Antyodaya Anna Yojana or Priority Household ration card holders, identified by state governments.
Documents you need
Ration card, Aadhaar card for e-KYC or seeding, family details
How to apply
Ensure your household holds a valid AAY or Priority Household ration card, complete Aadhaar seeding at the local Fair Price Shop, and collect the free foodgrain monthly. Entitlement can be checked on the Mera Ration app.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for PMGKAY free ration?
Households already covered under the National Food Security Act as Antyodaya Anna Yojana or Priority Household ration card holders.
How much free foodgrain does PMGKAY give?
5 kg of foodgrain per person a month, free of cost, collected from the designated Fair Price Shop.
Until when has PMGKAY been extended?
The Cabinet extended free foodgrain distribution under PMGKAY for five years through December 2028.
Do I need a new card for PMGKAY?
No, your existing AAY or Priority Household ration card works, provided it is seeded with Aadhaar.
What is the PMGKAY or ration helpline number?
You can call the food and public distribution helpline at 1967 for ration related queries.