What do you get under Anna Canteen?
Cooked breakfast, lunch and dinner at ₹5 a plate at Anna Canteens in towns and cities.
The budget said 204 canteens were running and the number would rise to 275. Ask your municipality for the nearest one.
Who is eligible for Anna Canteen?
- Open to anyone; no card or registration needed.
How to apply for Anna Canteen
- Walk in to the nearest Anna Canteen during meal hours and buy a ₹5 token.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Anna Canteen?
Open to anyone; no card or registration needed.
How much do I get under Anna Canteen?
Cooked breakfast, lunch and dinner at ₹5 a plate at Anna Canteens in towns and cities. The budget said 204 canteens were running and the number would rise to 275. Ask your municipality for the nearest one.
How do I apply for Anna Canteen?
Walk in to the nearest Anna Canteen during meal hours and buy a ₹5 token. Official site: https://apfinance.gov.in/...Bud@et26-27/documents/SpeechEnglish.pdf
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Anna Canteen?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.