Salt Distribution Scheme by the Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, offers subsidized salt to eligible families across the state. AAY, PHH and Green Card holders get salt at just ₹1 per kilogram from their local fair price shop.
Salt Distribution Scheme continues in Jharkhand for the 2026-27 year. Existing ration card holders do not need to register again. They can collect salt every month as per the distribution schedule fixed by the department.
Salt Distribution Scheme - Introduction
Government of Jharkhand started this scheme to make sure every eligible family gets basic salt at a very low cost. Salt is a daily need and this scheme helps poor families save money on their monthly food budget.
Salt is given at a subsidized rate of ₹1 per kilogram. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cardholders, Priority Household (PHH) cardholders under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013, and Green Card holders under the Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme (JSFSS) are covered.
Directorate of Food and Consumer Affairs, Ranchi, runs the distribution. Salt reaches people through fair price shops every month. Eligible cardholders simply visit their nearby shop and buy salt at the subsidized rate.
Aadhaar is used for identity checking at the time of distribution. As per the department notification, a person must show an Aadhaar number or complete Aadhaar authentication to get the benefit.
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Salt Distribution Scheme |
| State | Jharkhand |
| Main Department | Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs |
| Department Running the Scheme | Directorate of Food and Consumer Affairs, Ranchi |
| Benefit | Salt at ₹1 per kilogram |
| Eligible People | AAY, PHH and Green Card holders |
| Distribution Mode | Offline through fair price shops |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | jharkhand.gov.in |
Benefits
Main benefit of this scheme is salt at a highly subsidized rate of ₹1 per kilogram. Salt is distributed monthly through fair price shops to support the nutrition of eligible residents. This helps poor families get an essential food item at a very low cost.
Eligibility
A person must meet the following conditions to get the benefit of this scheme:
- The person must be a resident of Jharkhand.
- The person must hold a valid Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) card, a Priority Household (PHH) card under the National Food Security Act 2013, or a Green Card under the Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme.
- Preference is given to households that are economically disadvantaged.
People who want to check their name in the ration card list can visit the Jharkhand Ration Card List page for details.
Documents Required
Eligible people must show valid identification for checking. The following documents are accepted:
- Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Enrolment Identification Slip
- Ration Card
- Bank or Post Office Passbook with photo
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Voter Identity Card
- MGNREGA Card
- Kisan Photo Passbook
- Driving License issued under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
- Certificate of Identity with a photo issued by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on official letterhead
Application Process
Eligible cardholders can follow the steps given below to get the benefit. This is an offline process and no separate online form is required.
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest fair price shop or designated enrolment centre with your Aadhaar card and ration card.
STEP 2 - Provide your Aadhaar number or Aadhaar Enrolment Identification Slip for identity verification. If you do not have an Aadhaar card, enrol first at an authorised centre.
STEP 3 - Submit your AAY, PHH or Green Card details to the designated officer for checking.
STEP 4 - Once verification is complete, collect salt from the distribution centre as per the monthly schedule.
References
Salt Distribution Scheme Official Guidelines (PDF)
FAQ's
How can eligible people get the subsidized salt?
Eligible people should show their AAY, PHH or Green Card at their local fair price shop to buy salt at the rate of ₹1 per kilogram.
What documents are required if a person does not have an Aadhaar card?
A person can submit an Aadhaar Enrolment Identification Slip along with another identity proof such as a Voter ID, Ration Card, PAN Card or Bank Passbook with photo.
What happens if biometric authentication fails?
The department uses iris scan, face authentication or OTP-based verification if standard fingerprint-based biometric authentication does not work.
Is there a deadline to apply for this scheme?
There is no specific deadline. Eligible cardholders can register and get the benefit continuously.
Can this scheme be used outside Jharkhand?
No, this scheme is only for residents of Jharkhand and cannot be used outside the state.