Aadhar Card

What is Aadhar Card?

Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number. The Government of India issued Aadhar to every Citizen who is a resident of India. It is an essential identification document in India. UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) has the responsibility to issue Aadhar Card to every citizen of India. While verifying details of every individual such as biometric (fingerprints and iris scan) and demographic data.

UIDAI works under Planning Commission of India. The Planning Commission is responsible for managing and functioning of Aadhar Card.

The Aadhar Project was started for having a single & unique identification document. It would capture all the details of an individual in a government database. Hence it doesn’t mean to replace all existing identification documents like Pan card, Voter ID & Driving License etc. In addition, now Aadhar Card number is used as a single identification document. Many Financial Institutions, Banks, Telecom Companies and also other business use Aadhar to verify the KYC (Know-your-customer) norms.

Following are the areas where Aadhar is mandatory:

  • Proof of Identity
  • For Government Subsidies
  • While Verifying electoral roles
  • To open Bank Accounts
  • While applying for Passport or PAN
  • In Provident Fund
  • For Digital Payments
  • While Filing Income Tax Returns

Aadhar

How to Enrol for:

A. Aadhaar

  • Find an Aadhar enrolment centre by visiting the official website
  • Fill the form with your details
  • Submit the required documents
  • Provide your biometrics (Fingerprint & Iris scan)
  • Get the enrollment acknowledgement slip
  • The Aadhar enrollment is voluntary and free of cost for anyone

You can enrol for Adhaar in 3 simple steps

B. Baal Aadhaar

A Baal Aadhaar card, issued for newborns and minors, is distinguishable by its blue color and lacks biometric data such as fingerprints and iris scans, unlike adult Aadhaar cards.

To obtain a Baal Aadhaar card:

  • visit the UIDAI website to locate the nearest enrollment center and bring along a copy of the child’s birth certificate
  • One of the child’s parents must provide their Aadhaar card number for authentication purposes. The Baal Aadhaar card will be linked to the parent’s Aadhaar card.
  • Fill up Baal Aadhar application form with all relevant details along with a mobile number that you wish to register Baal Adhaar with
  • A photograph of the child/ minor will be taken. If the child is below 5 years of age, no biometrics will be recorded
  • After completing the above steps, collect the acknowledgment slip
  • A verification SMS will be sent to the mobile number provided in the application form, after which Baal Aadhar will be dispatched to the designated address

Check Status

To check Aadhar card Status log into the official UIDAI website, click on check Adhaar status under the Aadhaar enrolment tab. Enter your enrolment number which is printed on the acknowledge slip to check the current status of your Aadhaar card.

Download/Print

If you have successfully enrolled for Adhar card but have not received the physical copy as yet. Now you can download and print the PDF version of Adhaar card also known as e-Aadhaar form the Aadhaar website.

Virtual ID

Aadhaar Virtual ID is the alternative to Aadhaar number. This virtual ID is a temporary code which consists of a 16 digit numeric number that is generated against an Aadhaar number. Bear in mind that the virtual ID under no situation can be used to retrieve the original Aadhar card. Only one virtual ID is generated against an Aadhaar number and It can be generated as many times as the user wants.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The form must be filled using only capital letters
  • Fill in all the fields for updating
  • Mobile number is compulsory for any updates to take place
  • Fill the form in English and the local language used at the time of Adhar enrolment
  • Make sure the form is filled only with current and relevant details
  • Names must not have salutations such as Mr / Mrs / Ms / Dr
  • Make sure that the full and complete address as the Aadhar card will be dispatched to that address
  • Enter name clearly with signature or thumbprints when the self-attesting supporting document
  • Attach relevant documents that support the required update only
    Incorrect information and lack of support documents will cause the application to be rejected

If you have lost/misplaced your Adhaar card. Not to worry. You can get a duplicate Aadhar card by downloading the PDF/ e-Aadhaar online by visiting the UIDAI website and accessing Adhar online services.

The Aadhaar card/number is valid for life.

No, Adhar enrolment is a one-time physical procedure that can be done at any Aadhaar enrolment centre. To find Aadhar enrolment centre near you, visit UIDAI website and search Aadhaar enrolment centre.

Aadhaar is a unique identification number that enables each resident of India with the following:

  • Proof of Identity
  • Proof of Address
  • Access to Government Subsidy
  • Eligibility to open and operate Bank Accounts
  • Income Tax – Adhaar is a mandatory requirement for processing and filing income tax returns
  • Phone Connection
  • Gas Connection
  • Mutual Fund – Aadhaar Card is beneficial to complete e-KYC for mutual fund investments

Aadhar Authentication is a method of verification where Adhar details of an individual are submitted to UIDAI and cross verified to enable cardholders to avail services and benefits from the service provider. Adhaar for e-KYC is a large service requirement from many service providers and has huge benefits for the user and government as well. Here’s why :

Paperless: The e-KYC process is paperless enabling a service provider do manage documents easily and efficiently

Quick: The Aadhar card holder can share information with a service provider through a secure channel within minutes, thus eliminating long waiting periods that physical documents would normally require

Secure: UIDAI shares only tamper-proof digital documents through secured channels, thereby protecting the holder’s information. These documents cannot be forged either can it be used without the consent of both the service provider or Aadhaar holder

Consent-based: UIDAI shares information with a service provider only after UIDAI receives explicit consent from the Aadhar holder in the form of a biometric or OTP acknowledgment

Authorized: Information shared by UIDAI contains authenticated data making it legal and acceptable for the parties involved in the transaction

Cost Friendly: The entire system is paperless and online eliminating physical movement of information making it a cost-effective and time-saving process

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made an official statement informing all Aadhaar cardholders to avoid making plastic/PVC Adhaar cards. These cards are not recognized as most often the QR code becomes dysfunctional due to printing errors. UIDAI reconfirms that original Aadhaar card issued or downloaded versions of Aadhaar printed on ordinary paper or mAadhaar are valid and people should avoid the so-called “Adhaar smart card”.

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