From ration card to tax…these important rules will change from January 1, 2026, note down the benefits today itself.

Rule Change: There are only a few days left for the new year to begin. This new year is not only bringing with it a new calendar but also many new and big changes. There are going to be big changes in ration cards, PM Kisan Yojana, bank and tax rules. These changes in the rules will directly affect you. All these rules will come into effect from January 1, 2026. In such a situation, before the beginning of the year 2026, know about all these important changes-

These rules will change from January 1

Know which rules are going to change from January 1, 2026-

Rules related to ration card

Online facility for ration card is starting from the year 2026. This means that now you will not have to visit government offices to get a ration card made. You will be able to apply for ration card online sitting at home.

Change in rules of PM Kisan Yojana

This is important news for the farmers taking advantage of the Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. In many states including Uttar Pradesh, if farmers do not have ID, their installment amount of this scheme may be stopped. Apart from this, there will also be changes in PM Crop Insurance Scheme. From the year 2026, damage caused to Kharif crops by wild animals will also be included in the insurance cover. However, in case of loss, it will be necessary to report within 72 hours.

Changes in rules related to banking and tax

Changes can be made in the Income Tax Return (ITR) form in the new year. Tax payers may have to provide more data-based information. At the same time, there will be changes in the rules related to banks. From April 2026, credit score will be updated in just 7 days. Currently it takes 15 days. The effect of changes in loan interest rates and FD rates of different banks will also be visible in the new year.

Digital attendance in government schools

From January 1, 2026, attendance of teachers and students in government schools in many states of the country will be online. That means digital attendance will be recorded through the tab.

PAN and Aadhar card link is necessary

If the PAN card is not linked to Aadhaar by January 1, 2026, the PAN card may become inoperative. Due to this, you may face problems in bank transactions, income tax returns and other financial matters.

Investing in real estate will be easy

From January 1, 2026, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) will be treated as equity by mutual funds. It is believed that this change will increase investment in the real estate sector and small investors will also benefit.

8th pay commission

Central employees may get some good news on the occasion of New Year. It is believed that the recommendations of the 8th Pay Commission may be implemented from January 1, 2026. Even if there is a delay in the announcement, employees can get benefits (arrears) from the previous date.

Rules related to social media

Considering the increased strictness regarding social media in countries like Australia and Malaysia, it is believed that there may soon be a change in India too. In fact, in Australia and Malaysia, strict rules are being implemented on the use of social media for children below 16 years of age.

Change in price of LPG cylinder

LPG cylinder prices are reviewed on the first of every month. Companies had reduced the prices of commercial cylinders by Rs 10 in the month of December. It is believed that there may be a reduction in the price of domestic gas cylinders on the occasion of New Year i.e. on January 1, 2026.

Change in price of CNG and PNG

The tax system is being changed by the Central Government from January 1, 2026. The price of CNG and PNG may reduce due to changes in the zone system.