Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 for 2651 Posts: Apply Online at saralharyana.gov.in

The Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Haryana has opened applications for new Fair Price Shop (FPS) licences under the Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026. A total of 2651 ration depot vacancies are available at 2487 villages and urban wards across 23 districts of Haryana. Of these, 874 vacancies are reserved for women, which is about 33% of the total.

This is not a salaried government job. Selected applicants get a licence to run a ration depot (fair price shop) in their own village or ward and distribute ration under the Public Distribution System. Applications are made online through the SARAL portal, saralharyana.gov.in, from October 10 to November 10, 2026. Applicants must be 21 to 45 years old, have passed Class 12 and live in the locality where they apply. This article covers the district-wise vacancy, eligibility, documents, selection and how to apply, based on the department's official instructions and vacancy list.

Quick summary:

➤ Recruitment: Haryana Ration Depot Holder (Fair Price Shop Licence) 2026

➤ Department: Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Haryana

➤ Total vacancies: 2651 (Open to all: 1777 | Reserved for women: 874)

➤ Locations: 2487 villages and wards in 23 districts

➤ Online application: October 10 to November 10, 2026

➤ Qualification: Class 12 pass with basic computer knowledge

➤ Age limit: 21 to 45 years

➤ Selection: Field verification by Area Inspector + scrutiny by the Licensing Authority

➤ Apply at: saralharyana.gov.in (New FPS Licence service)

Table of Contents

1. Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 Important Dates
2. Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 Overview
3. Haryana Ration Depot District Wise Vacancy 2026
4. Haryana Ration Depot Holder Eligibility
5. Documents Required
6. Selection Process
7. How to Apply Online
8. How to Check Village Wise Vacancy
9. FAQs
10. Important Links

Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 Important Dates

Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 Overview

Haryana Ration Depot District Wise Vacancy 2026

Yamunanagar has the most vacancies (260), followed by Rewari (209), Mahendragarh (196), Nuh (169) and Kurukshetra (164). Most villages have one vacancy each, while some urban wards have two to four. The full village-wise and ward-wise list with block names is given in the official vacancy PDF, and you can also check it on the HPDS portal.

Haryana Ration Depot Holder Eligibility

Points to note:

• You can apply only where a vacancy exists. Check the vacancy list for your village or ward first.
• You must not be a close family member of the Sarpanch or Municipal Councillor of the area.
• Applicants whose FPS licence was cancelled earlier are not eligible.
• Vacancies marked "Reserved for Female" are only for women applicants.

Documents Required for Haryana Ration Depot Licence

Keep these documents ready in original, with self-attested photocopies, for field verification:

• Recommendation for Fair Price Shop licence
• Certificate of basic computer knowledge
• Educational qualification certificate (minimum 10+2)
• Photograph of the applicant
• Photograph of the applicant's signature
• Rent, lease, agreement or ownership proof of the shop premises
• Site map of the proposed FPS premises
• Undertaking that you are not a close family member of the Sarpanch or MC (Section 2(1)(r))
• Undertaking that your FPS licence has not been cancelled earlier (Section 4(4))
• Income proof

Missing documents at the time of verification can delay your application or get it rejected.

Haryana Ration Depot Holder Selection Process

1. Online application on the HPDS portal through SARAL.
2. Field verification at your address by the concerned Area Inspector, who checks the original documents and uploads copies online.
3. Departmental scrutiny of the application.
4. Final decision on granting the licence by the competent Licensing Authority.

You or an authorised representative must be present at the given address during the verification visit and cooperate with the officer.

How to Apply for Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026

1. Log in to the SARAL portal, saralharyana.gov.in, with your registered credentials.
2. From the list of services, select "New FPS Licence".
3. Read the instructions and click "Click here to Initiate the Process".
4. You will be taken to the Haryana Public Distribution System (HPDS) portal.
5. Click "Check Vacancy" and select the vacancy in your area.
6. Enter your Family ID (PPP ID) and select your name from the family members shown.
7. Check your personal details, which are filled from the Parivar Pehchan database, and add anything missing.
8. Enter the details of the proposed shop premises.
9. Review the form and submit it before November 10, 2026.
10. Note the application number. An SMS confirmation is also sent to your registered mobile number.

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How to Check Haryana Ration Depot Village Wise Vacancy

1. Open the official vacancy list PDF, or go to the HPDS portal through SARAL and click "Check Vacancy".
2. Find your district, then your block or municipal body (MC).
3. Look for your village or ward and check the number of vacancies.
4. Check whether the vacancy is open to all or reserved for women.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are there in Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026?

There are 2651 vacancies for Fair Price Shop licences at 2487 locations across 23 districts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for a Haryana ration depot licence?

The last date to apply online is November 10, 2026.

Q3. What is the age limit for a Haryana ration depot holder?

Applicants must be between 21 and 45 years of age.

Q4. What qualification is needed for a Haryana ration depot?

Class 12 (10+2) pass, along with a certificate of basic computer knowledge.

Q5. How many ration depot vacancies are reserved for women?

874 vacancies, about 33% of the total, are reserved for women.

Q6. Can I apply for a ration depot in another village?

No. You must be a resident of the village or ward for which you apply.

Q7. Which district has the most ration depot vacancies?

Yamunanagar has the most, with 260 vacancies, followed by Rewari with 209.

Q8. Where can I apply for the Haryana ration depot licence?

Apply online on saralharyana.gov.in through the "New FPS Licence" service, which opens the HPDS portal.

Q9. Is a Haryana ration depot holder a government job?

No. It is a licence to run a fair price shop under the Public Distribution System, not a salaried government post.

Haryana Ration Depot Holder Bharti 2026 Important Links

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Source: Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Haryana, instructions for new Fair Price Shop licence and district-wise list of FPS vacancies.

Disclaimer: This information is based on the department's official instructions and vacancy list. The department can change the vacancies or process at any stage. Always check saralharyana.gov.in for the latest updates.

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