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Aadhar Card

What is Aadhar Card?

Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identification number, is an essential identification document in India. Issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Aadhaar serves as a cornerstone for identity verification for Indian citizens and residents. This initiative was designed to provide a single, unique identification document that captures comprehensive details of individuals in a centralized government database.

Importance of Aadhaar

Aadhaar does not replace existing identification documents like PAN card, Voter ID, or Driving License. Instead, it complements them, providing a robust system for identity verification and authentication. Managed by the UIDAI under the oversight of the Planning Commission of India (replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015), Aadhaar enrollment involves the collection of biometric data (fingerprints and iris scans) and demographic information, ensuring a comprehensive record for each cardholder.

Versatility of Aadhaar

One of the key advantages of Aadhaar is its versatility. It is accepted by various entities, including financial institutions, banks, telecom companies, and other businesses. Aadhaar’s widespread acceptance streamlines processes like KYC (Know Your Customer), facilitating smoother transactions and enhancing security measures. It is used for efficient and reliable identity verification, simplifying procedures for both service providers and customers, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while enhancing convenience.

Areas Where Aadhaar is Mandatory

  • Proof of Identity
  • For Government Subsidies
  • While Verifying Electoral Rolls
  • To Open Bank Accounts
  • While Applying for Passport or PAN
  • In Provident Fund
  • For Digital Payments
  • While Filing Income Tax Returns

Aadhar

How to Enroll for Aadhaar

A. Aadhaar

  1. Find an Aadhaar enrollment center by visiting the official UIDAI website.
  2. Fill the form with your details.
  3. Submit the required documents.
  4. Provide your biometrics (fingerprint and iris scan).
  5. Get the enrollment acknowledgment slip.

Aadhaar enrollment is voluntary and free of cost. You can enroll in Aadhaar in three simple steps.

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:

  1. Visit the UIDAI website to locate the nearest enrollment center.
  2. Bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate.
  3. One parent must provide their Aadhaar card number for authentication. The Baal Aadhaar card will be linked to the parent’s Aadhaar card.
  4. Fill out the Baal Aadhaar application form with relevant details and a mobile number.
  5. A photograph of the child will be taken. For children below 5 years, no biometrics will be recorded.
  6. Collect the acknowledgment slip after completing the steps.
  7. A verification SMS will be sent to the mobile number provided. The Baal Aadhaar will then be dispatched to the designated address.
  • 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

Checking Aadhaar Status

To check the status of your Aadhaar card:

  1. Log into the official UIDAI website.
  2. Click on “Check Aadhaar Status” under the Aadhaar enrollment tab.
  3. Enter your enrollment number (printed on the acknowledgment slip) to check the current status.

Download/Print

If you have successfully enrolled for Aadhaar but have not received the physical copy yet, you can download and print the PDF version, known as e-Aadhaar, from the Aadhaar website.

Virtual ID

Aadhaar Virtual ID is an alternative to the Aadhaar number. This virtual ID is a temporary, 16-digit numeric code generated against an Aadhaar number. It cannot be used to retrieve the original Aadhaar card. Only one virtual ID is generated against an Aadhaar number, and it can be generated multiple times as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

– The form must be filled using only capital letters.

– Fill in all the fields for updating.

– A mobile number is compulsory for any updates to take place.

– Fill the form in English and the local language used at the time of Aadhaar 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 is provided as the Aadhaar card will be dispatched to that address.

– Enter the name clearly with signature or thumbprints when self-attesting supporting documents.

– Attach relevant documents that support the required update only.

– Incorrect information and lack of supporting documents will cause the application to be rejected.

If you have lost or misplaced your Aadhaar card, you can get a duplicate Aadhaar card by downloading the PDF/e-Aadhaar online by visiting the UIDAI website and accessing Aadhaar online services.

The Aadhaar card/number is valid for life.

No, Aadhaar enrolment is a one-time physical procedure that can be done at any Aadhaar enrolment center. To find an Aadhaar enrolment center near you, visit the UIDAI website and search for Aadhaar enrolment centers.

– Aadhaar is a unique identification number that provides each resident of India with the following benefits:

– Proof of Identity

– Proof of Address

– Access to Government Subsidy

– Eligibility to open and operate Bank Accounts

– Income Tax – Aadhaar 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

 

– Aadhaar Authentication is a method of verification where Aadhaar details of an individual are submitted to UIDAI and cross-verified to enable cardholders to avail services and benefits from the service provider. Aadhaar for e-KYC is widely used by many service providers and offers significant benefits:

– Paperless: The e-KYC process is paperless, enabling service providers to manage documents easily and efficiently.

– Quick: The Aadhaar cardholder 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 nor can they be used without the consent of both the service provider and the Aadhaar holder.

– Consent-based: UIDAI shares information with a service provider only after receiving explicit consent from the Aadhaar 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 the physical movement of information, making it a cost-effective and time-saving process.

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

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