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Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan

Subsidized urban food security initiative serving wholesome, freshly cooked nutritious meals for ₹8 per plate across 1,000+ kitchens in Rajasthan.

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Official Nodal Portal:lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Any age💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Rajasthan
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Rajasthan
Beneficiary Sector
Social Welfare & Security
Applicable Jurisdiction
Rajasthan

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Delivers nutritious, hygienic, and hot cooked food to the urban poor, informal daily wage laborers, rickshaw pullers, students, patients, and hospital attendants at a nominal beneficiary charge of just ₹8 per plate. The state government provides a matching operational grant subsidy of ₹22 per plate to operating self-help groups and non-profit organizations. Each enhanced meal thali weighs 450 grams and comprises 100 grams of nutritious dal, 100 grams of seasonal cooked vegetables, 250 grams of fresh chapatis or rice, accompanied by mixed pickles, ensuring guaranteed caloric and protein intake for urban working citizens.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹400 Crore annual outlay under Local Self Government Urban Food Security

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 2.5 Lakh meals served daily across 1,000+ Annapurna Rasoi centres in Rajasthan

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:all citizens, daily wage worker, labourer, student, patient attendant
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Open to all citizens and needy individuals present in urban areas of Rajasthan. No ration card or income certificate is required to purchase a meal.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Supporting / Optional Documents(1)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•Minimal documentation (Aadhaar / self-declaration)

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Visit any permanent Annapurna Rasoi kitchen located near bus stands, railway stations, government district hospitals, and municipal labor hubs.

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    Pay ₹8 in cash, UPI, or through Jan Aadhaar enabled digital point-of-sale terminal.

  3. 3

    Operator enters beneficiary mobile number or captures basic entry log.

  4. 4

    Receive freshly printed coupon and collect hot hygienically served thali.

  5. 5

    Dine in clean, CCTV-monitored indoor seating facilities equipped with clean drinking water.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Open to all citizens without socio-economic restrictions or document barriers.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Is there any identity proof required to eat at Annapurna Rasoi?

No identity proof or document is mandatory; any hungry person or worker can pay ₹8 and enjoy a full nutritious meal.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What is the quantity of food served per plate?

Each meal consists of 450 grams of food: 100g dal, 100g vegetables, 250g chapatis/rice, and pickles.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who operates the Annapurna Rasoi kitchens?

Kitchens are run by experienced women Self Help Groups (SHGs) and reputed charitable trusts under strict municipal supervision.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan. Conditions: Open to all citizens and needy individuals present in urban areas of Rajasthan. No ration card or income certificate is required to purchase a meal..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan application status?

Application status for Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan can typically be tracked through the official portal at lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Open to all citizens without socio-economic restrictions or document barriers.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id163Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Daily meal service: Lunch from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM; Dinner from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

🛟Grievance & RTI Channels

Central CPGRAMSpgportal.gov.in ↗File RTI Applicationrtionline.gov.in ↗

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceVerified (95%)

Verified 23d ago from official source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 2.5 Lakh meals served daily across 1,000+ Annapurna Rasoi centres in Rajasthan (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹400 Crore annual outlay under Local Self Government Urban Food Security budget allocation
📅Running since 2024
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

163

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Annapurna Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan guidelines, benefits, ...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Department of Local Self Government (DLB), Government of Rajasthan

G-3, Rajmahal Residential Area, C-Scheme, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005

Helpline: 0141-2222403

Jurisdiction: State (Rajasthan)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-26 against official government documentation.

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