With each passing day, Aadhar is gaining importance in terms of requirement and usage. Many important activities such as bank account portability, availing of subsidies etc., have been linked with the Aadhar.
If you have any queries regarding this document, below are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Aadhar.
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What does the term ‘Aadhar ‘Mean?
The meaning of the term Aadhar, is “foundation” in many Indian languages. Aadhar is therefore the term used for the unique identity number issued by the UIDAI (The Unique Identification Authority of India).
The number is linked to an individual’s biometrics thus further adding to the uniqueness of the programme. Also, no citizen can have a duplicate number. The government can therefore easily eliminate the duplicate and fake identities through the Aadhar- based biometric identification system which will enable it to expand benefits to other eligible residents.
Is there any regulatory body for the Aadhar? If yes then which one?
Yes, there is a regulatory body for Aadhar. The name of the regulatory body is The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on behalf of the government of India.
Who is eligible to enroll for the Aadhar?
Any resident of India including infants can enrol for the Aadhar. In addition to this, NRIs and foreign citizens residing in India can also enrol for the Aadhar.
Can we call the Aadhar a smart card?
The answer is no, the Aadhar is a unique identification number and is not a smart card. Infact you don’t even need the actual Aadhar card as a simple eAadhar card printed on a plain piece of paper is also a valid ID and address proof. Smart card not even necessary to have.
Is getting an Aadhar card compulsory?
No, it is not compulsory to get an Aadhar however, with the passage of time, more and more services are being linked by the government with Aadhar. For instance, LPG subsidies and Bank Account Portability has been linked with the Aadhar and to avail such benefits, getting an Aadhar is compulsory.
I wish to obtain an Aadhar, what is the information that I will have to provide?
For each individual opting for the Aadhar, Demographic and Biometric information is required:
All the biometric information is collected at the Aadhar enrollment centre itself.
How can the Date of Birth of a person be validated?
There is a backend process maintained in Aadhar database to indicate if Date of Birth (DoB) is verified, declared, or approximate as per the DDSVP Committee report.
However, in case exact DoB is not known, the resident is asked to indicate his/her age only because the enrollment software has the provision to capture age & calculate the year of birth. Hence, the exact DOB might not be known to validate the birth date of a person.
Can introducers be added or removed at a later stage by the registrar?
Yes, it is possible for registrars to add/ modify/ remove introducers at a later stage.
Not only this, even the area of operations of an introducer can be modified at a later stage. The Unique Identification Authority of India encourages the registrars to review performance of introducers on an on-going basis and also to make changes to the list as and when required.
How many days will it take to process the Aadhar Enrollment form?
It usually takes around a month to process the Aadhar enrollment form. You can check the Aadhar enrolment status by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status
Your eAadhar maybe ready in a month’s time, however for the physical copy to reach you, it will take a period of around 2- 3 months. In case your Aadhar enrolment form isn’t processed for a long time, check the Aadhar status via above online portal.
How to locate Aadhar enrollment centre in any state of India?
If you have been wanting to get enrolled for Aadhar, you can easily locate the Aadhar enrollment centre in any state of India by clicking on the link given below:
https://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx
However, if you wish to have a look at a more detailed process on how to locate Aadhar enrollment centre, click here.
How much time does it usually take to update Aadhar Enrollment ID online?
It normally takes around 15 days to update the Aadhar enrollment ID Online but there might be exceptions and chances are that your Aadhar enrollment ID arrives late. Hence, in case your enrollment ID has been under process for a long time, you can call 1947 for further information.
How can I update my Aadhar card at Aadhar enrollment centre?
Your Aadhar card can be updated by visiting the nearest Aadhar enrollment centre in your area. Once you reach the enrollment centre, you will be asked your Aadhar and mobile number after which you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number with the UIDAI.
Please note that you can also use this feature to update your mobile number, email, gender, age, name and address.
Your biometrics will be authenticated. Once this is done, you will get a confirmation email within 72 hours.
For more details, refer here.
What to do in case of a lost Aadhar card enrollment slip?
You need not panic if you have lost your Aadhar enrollment slip as the Aadhar enrollment ID can be easily recovered online. The link to recover your lost enrollment ID is: https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid
Simply click on the above mentioned link and recover you Aadhar enrollment slip online. For simple steps to be followed in doing so, refer this.
I have lost my registered mobile number, how do I get my Aadhar?
If you have your email address registered for Aadhar, it is possible to retrieve the Aadhar details by clicking on the link – https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid
However, if you don’t wish to obtain the Aadhar details online, another option is available. You can visit your nearest Aadhar enrollment centre for the same. The Aadhar enrollment centre can be easily located via this link – http://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx.
Once you visit the Aadhar enrollment center, the Aadhar details can now be fetched using the combination of your fingerprint and Aadhar number.
For more details on what to do upon losing the registered mobile number, click on the link mentioned below:
http://www.Aadharcardkendra.org.in/Aadhar-card-correction-online-without-mobile-number-2980/
If you face any problem with regards to opening the link, simply copy and paste the URL in your web browser and wait for the webpage to load.
I have lost my Aadhar card as well as my enrollment slip. What would you suggest I do?
Getting the Aadhar card online without the enrollment details and Aadhar number isn’t possible.
You will need to visit the nearest Aadhar centre for the details. It is advised to carry one of your ID proofs as well. If the Aadhar centre is an authorized one, the charges would be nominal. Use the UIDAI portal to help you locate the Aadhar centre nearest to the area you live in.
Can the enrollment slip of the Aadhar card be used as an ID proof at the airport?
No, you cannot use the enrollment slip of the Aadhar as an Identity proof. You must have the physical Aadhar or download and print the eAadhar card to use it as an ID proof.
I have lost my enrollment slip as well as the registered mobile number. How to download the Aadhar card if I lost enrollment slip and registered mobile number?
If you’ve lost your registered mobile number as well as the Aadhar enrollment slip, there are two ways available to you in order to download the Aadhar:
one way is by visiting the nearest Aadhar update centre
other option is to send your Aadhar update request through post to get your data updated.
Visit this link here to know how to get the Aadhar card updated online.
Once you have submitted your Aadhar card update request, you will receive an Aadhar Update Request number or URN – Keep it handy as this will help you keep a track of the same by checking your Aadhar card update status.
What is the Password for opening my online Aadhar card or the eAadhar PDF?
This password is the pin code of the area you’re living in. For example, if you live in New Delhi, Rohini sector 13, your pin code is 110085. This is mainly the postal code you entered while getting enrolled for Aadhar, i.e. your residence postal code.
Can I download the Aadhar without providing my name?
The answer is No, you cannot download the Aadhar card without providing your name. Name is a mandatory field that must be filled in order to obtain the Aadhar card.
What to do if the UIDAI website says that the Aadhar has been generated, but I still have not received it? I only have the EID slip.
Ensure that the Enrollment slip or enrollment ID, date, time and mobile number are in place. In such a case, you can easily download an electronic Aadhar which will be as useful as the hardcopy of the Aadhar.
The enrollment number will be used to download the Aadhar card. Visit this link or paste it in your web browser: https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
To know how to download the Aadhar using enrollment ID/ Number, click here.
I lost/ damaged my Aadhar card, what should I do now?
There is absolutely no need to panic in case you have lost or damaged your Aadhar card as due to the advanced technology, an e- Aadhar can be easily downloaded.
This eAadhar is as valid as the original one and can be downloaded free of cost.
Click here to know how to download the eAadhar.
How to download the eAadhar if the site says “registered mobile number not valid” and the Aadhar acknowledgment slip isn’t available?
Ideally, for downloading eAadhar you must have the access to the registered mobile no. However, if you do not have the registered mobile number, there is a solution available. All you need to do is follow the simple steps mentioned below:
Go to UIDAI official website which is http://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx
Click on the option and select your state, district, town to access a list of UIDAI official agents with their address and phone number.
Visit the centre to get your mobile number will be registered in the Aadhar database.
Do carry your valid ID proof and address proof for verification purposes.
I have applied for an Aadhar but not received, what shall I do?
It takes a period of 90 days for your Aadhar to reach you. This 90 day period exists because during these 90 days, certain processes like data authentication, information processing etc. are carried out. Hence, you must wait for at least 90 days before taking any action.
If, however, 90 days have passed you can check the Aadhar card status online over here.
Click here to know how to do the same.
Are there any charges applicable for changing/updating Aadhar details at enrollment centre/offline? I have been asked to pay Rs.200 to do the same.
Yes, there might be some nominal charges incurred to get the Aadhar updated/ changed.
However Rs. 200 is a huge amount. The charges incurred are nominal such as Rs. 30/- if done from an authorized Aadhar centre. Also, you will not have to pay a single penny if you get your Aadhar updated online, through the government portal.
The government portal for downloading the Aadhar online and absolutely free of cost is https://uidai.gov.in/. You need to simply visit the portal and look under ‘Aadhar enrollment’ for the ‘download Aadhar’ option.
Click here to get a detailed, step-by-step process on how to download eAadhar.
I wish to change the mobile number enrolled in Aadhar. How is this possible?
You can easily change the mobile number enrolled in Aadhar via two methods:
By updating the mobile number in Aadhar through an online process
By updating Aadhar card with mobile number by visiting the Aadhar card centre or via post.
For the offline method which is by updating the Aadhar card without using the internet, you will need to visit your nearest Aadhar card centre or send the Aadhar update request via post.
You can download the Aadhar update form from here the following link.
Once the form is downloaded, send it to one of the following address:
UIDAI
Post-Box No. 10,Chhindwara,Madhya Pradesh-480001, India
UIDAI
Post-Box No. 99,Banjara Hills,Hyderabad-500034, India
In addition to this, you can change the Aadhar mobile number online by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/update-data.
For the detailed online process on how to change the mobile number in Aadhar, click here.
What does ‘Aadhar update status is in process’ mean?
This simply means that your request for Aadhar card update has been verified and approved and will be administered soon.
The URN given to me to check Aadhar update status is incorrect. Is there any other way available to check the Aadhar update status?
Yes the alternative method is described as follows:
Visit the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
Select the Download Aadhar option under the Enroll and get Aadhar section.
After that, click on the “I have an Aadhar” option.
You will be asked some details, enter them and wait for the OTP to be sent on your registered mobile number.
Enter the OTP and click on Validate and Download.
e aadhar download
You will now find that the details that you wished to update have already been updated in the system and the updated Aadhar will now be available for download.
If not – this means that the request is in process.
I have received 7 update request numbers (URNs) for Aadhar updating via post. Why did this happen and what should I do?
This must have happen if you have placed multiple Aadhar update requests.
All you need to do now is to check if the corrections have been made and the Aadhar has been updated or not. If your Aadhar is updated, you no longer need to worry about the URNs.
What to do in case my Aadhar update request has been rejected twice due to error in data processing?
All the Aadhar card data taken at the time of enrollment is later sent to UIDAI for approval via internet. Hence, sometimes, due to poor internet connection or network error it is possible that the data failed to upload. This results in the data processing error.
No need to panic if such thing happens. All you need to do is carry your enrollment receipt to the nearest Aadhar centre and ask them to re- enroll.
Is it possible to change or update my Aadhar card address online? How?
Yes, you can easily update or change your Aadhar card address online by visiting the Aadhar card online self-service update portal which is https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/update .
To have a look at the detailed process of how to update the Aadhar card address online, click on the link below or copy paste the link to your web browser: http://www.Aadharcardkendra.org.in/Aadhar-card-correction-332/
How much time does it take for the Aadhar card to get updated and reach the applicant?
It usually takes a period of 10- 15 days for the Aadhar to get updated. If you need to get your mobile number updated, you will receive a notification on your new mobile number. Once your Aadhar has been updated, download it and take a printout.
Is it possible to update the Aadhar details without OTP (One Time Passsword)? How?
Yes, it is possible to update the Aadhar details without OTP.
All you need to do is download and a form, fill it and submit at the nearest enrolment center or send it by post.
Click here to download the form.
The address that the form must be sent to is:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
Can my parent’s Aadhar card be used to update my address in my State Bank of India passbook?
The answer is no. You cannot use your parent’s Aadhar to update your current address. What you can do in this case it to submit an undertaking to the branch manager that since you are staying with your father, your current address needs to be updated. However, a proof must be provided to the bank in order to show that you have applied for a change in address in your other IDs such as voter ID card. Also, the ID with the changed address needs to be submitted. At the end, everything depends upon the discretion of the bank.
Is the coloured printout of my updated Aadhar card a valid identity or address proof?
Yes, the coloured printout of the Aadhar is as valid as the original one. This is a printed form of the Aadhar details on plain sheet of paper or a photo paper or a plastic sheet that are considered to be equal to the original copy of the Aadhar.
For more details on the same, click here.
Which language must be used while updating the Aadhar?
Ideally, the language to be used while Aadhar card update is English and any other local language which has been saved at the time of Aadhar enrollment will be appropriate.
How much time will it take to update the Aadhar details if applied through post?
If an Aadhar update is applied through post, the process is quite lengthy. Therefore, expect a period of two months at least.
However, even if after two months you fail to get the Aadhar details updated, check the Aadhar card update status by clicking here and following the simple steps mentioned here.
Is there an Aadhar card for the Indians in the northeastern states of India?
Yes, but Assam and Meghalaya are currently have less than 10% population in these states have an Aadhar number. The reason, in Assam, could be due to the ongoing update of National Register of Citizens of India (NRC).
Aadhar enrollment centers are demanding INR 150 for the same day they are registering, is it valid?
No, enrollment for the Aadhar is free of cost and no money should be charged.
You can also file a complaint against anyone who tries to charge you money for Aadhar enrollment. However, do read this to understand this better.
It has been over 90 days that I have applied for an Aadhar and I haven’t received it. How can I file a complaint for Aadhar card generation?
In order to file a complaint regarding the Aadhar, email at help@uidai.gov.in or you can call on the toll free number, 1947.
Another option available is by registering the complaint online, this can be done by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/file-complaint . Simply click on the link and fill up the form in front of you.
I had filed a complaint regarding the Aadhar long ago, how can I know the status of my Aadhar complaint?
If you have filed a complaint relating to the Aadhar, you can check the complaint status online by following the steps mentioned below:
Visit the official Resident UIDAI’s portal which is https://uidai.gov.in/your-aadhaar/help.html
On theLeft-hand side bottom of the page, you will see a link that says “Grievance”, click on it.
Or simply call on 1947 for the quick status of your complaint.
The postal address for checking complaint status is :
PO Box 1947, GPO Bangalore – 560001 OR
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Planning Commission, Government of India (GoI), 3rd Floor, Tower II, Jeevan Bharati Building, Connaught Circus, New Delhi – 110001
I am NRI. Can I apply for Aadhar Card?
You can refer here for the details.
Is an eAadhar card equally valid as the original Aadhar or not?
The E- Aadhar or electronic Aadhar card is totally valid. The official portal of the UIDAI which is https://uidai.gov.in and click the Download Aadhar Card Online option anytime to download an electronic version of the Aadhar.
It will be as valid as the Aadhar you receive via post and will act as an identity proof as well.
What all services are built around Aadhar (Unique Identification for Indians) till date?
There are a number of Aadhar services available to the citizens, some of them are as follows:
LPG Subsidy (Aadhar based direct benefit transfer)
Once the Aadhar is linked to the LPG consumer number, the LPG cylinder subsidy amount is directly credited in the bank account linked with Aadhar. The subsidy amount is the difference between the market price and the subsidized rate. In addition to the LPG subsidy, the subsidy for various other commodities such as kerosene, rice, pulses etc are also transferred.
For more details, click here.
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MNREGA) now linked to Aadhar:
Wages under this scheme of the government will also be credited to the bank account of the labors linked with Aadhar card number.
For more details, click here.
Getting your passport in barely 10 days:
This is perhaps one of the most venerated benefits of the Aadhar. If you are an Aadhar card holder, you can get your passport in barely 10 days because under this format, police verification will be done at a later date as opposed to the previous rule which required police verification and was very time consuming. Also, under the new rule of the government, you must have an Aadhar to obtain a passport.
For more details, click here.
Digital Locker Facility:
The Government of India has also launched a digital locker (DigiLocker) system for people to store all personal documents on the government’s server. However, to avail this digital locker facility, having an Aadhar number is compulsory. This is because the Sign up Process will Link the DigiLocker account to your Aadhar card number.
For more details, click here.
Availing Monthly Pension:
Another area where the Aadhar card is mandatory is among pensioners. It has now been made compulsory for the pensioners from select states to register their Aadhar card number to their respective department in order to receive their monthly pensions.
For more details, click here.
Provident Fund:
Similar to the pension scheme, even the provident fund money will be given to only those account holders who have managed to register their Aadhar number with the employee provident fund organization (EPFO).
For more details, click here.
Aadhar is now facilitating opening new bank account and Bank account portability:
The Aadhar letter provided by UIDAI is now acceptable by banks as a valid proof to open a new bank account. Also, it can serve as an address proof as well. However, the address on the Aadhar card and the address proof must match. Hence, there is now no need to provide multiple documents to the bank for opening a bank account.
For more details, click here.
New mobile connections:
You can now get a new mobile connection in just a matter of hours with Aadhar based authentication.
For more details, click here.
For more details and uses of Aadhar linked programmes, click here.
What do you mean by the term ‘Aadhar Holder’
The term “Aadhar holder” is used for an individual who has an Aadhar card registered in his name.
What is the Aadhar Number?
Aadhar Number is the unique identification number which is issued to every resident of India by the Unique Identification Authority of India.
What is the meaning of Aadhar Enabled Services?
The Aadhar enabled services refer to the various services provided by an Authentication user agency to an Aadhar card holder using the Aadhar Authentication Services of UIDAI.
What do you mean by the Aadhar Authentication Services?
These are the authentication services that are provided by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and are used by the Authentication User Agency where the personal identity information or the data of an Aadhar card holder (who is a beneficiary, customer, employee or associate of the Authentication User Agency) is matched with their personal identity information / data that is stored in the UIDAI’s Central Identity Data Repository.
This is done in order to provide Aadhar enabled services to such Aadhar holder.
What does Aadhar Seeding mean?
Aadhar Seeding refers to the practice of linking Aadhar holder’s Unique 12 digit Aadhar number with their Personal Identification Documents or Benefit Cards such as:
Scholarships
Pension ID
MNREGA Job Card
LPG Consumer ID
PAN Card
Bank Accounts
PFRDA Portal
What is the Aadhar Self Service Update Portal?
The Aadhar self service update portal, or the SSUP is the portal launched by UIDAI to help you update your Aadhar related data and get the relevant online as well as offline forms to do so.
What are the fields that can be updated through the Self Service Update Portal?
By Using the online SSUP portal which is https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-home the fields such as
Name
Gender
DoB
Address
Mobile number
email
update details in aadhar card options
Is it possible to request for updating fields by sending a request via post?
Yes, in order to change your name, gender, DOB, address or email, you can send a request to the UIDAI through post. The addresses are:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
What is the Address for sending the Aadhar card update request via post?
You can send the update requests by India post to one of the following addresses:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
What should I do in case my mobile number has not yet been registered with the Aadhar? I wish to get my mobile number updated.
All you need to do is simply visit the Aadhar enrollment centre nearest to the area you live in.
You will not require any type of additional documents for registering your mobile number.
I wish to know if my Aadhar card update request has been accepted or not. How can this happen?
The only way of knowing whether you update request has been processed or not, that is by waiting for an SMS that will confirm that your update request has been processed successfully.
However, if you feel a reasonable amount of time has passed and yet you fail to receive a confirmation, you can check the update status from the following link:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/check-status .
All you need to do is provide the details which need to be updated.
Is it necessary for me to submit an update request in the local language?
If you are opting for a demographic upgrade thought the online SSUP portal, the update data has to provided in English as well as the local language in which the Aadhar card is generated.
However, if you are opting for update through postal mode, then the update data in the correction form also, has to be provided in both languages – English as well as the local language used in the Aadhar card.
I entered the wrong demographic details at the time of online update, what can I do now?
It is suggested that the data must be cross checked each time you enter the Aadhar details. However, if you have wrongly entered the demographics, you need to make an update request for the same.
Click here to know how to do so.
When Do I get the updated Aadhar letter?
You will receive the Updated Aadhar letter in case you have applied for update of Name, Address, Date of Birth or Gender change. For a change/update in mobile number or email – no new Aadhar letter shall be issued, but your records will be updated.
You can also download your eAadhar if you wish, by following the steps here.
What can be done in case I do not receive my updated Aadhar letter?
The updated Aadhar letter takes time to reach your doorstep. Hence, you are advised to download e- Aadhar while you wait for the updated Aadhar letter to arrive at your place. It is very easy to download the electronic Aadhar card since the online portal has been made available.
Simply visit https://eAadhar.uidai.gov.in/ which will enable you to download eAadhar by providing your respective EID/UID. You can do so by following the steps here.
I wish to get the address of my child updated in Aadhar, how can I do this?
If you wish to get the address of your child updated, you can easily do so by visiting the nearest enrollment centre with your child.
However, you must remember that the parent whose Aadhar has been linked to the child must be present there for the process to be completed.
So, if you have your Aadhar linked with your child, visit the centre with him/her. There are a number of supporting documents that have to be provided. These include:
the parent’s proof of relationship
parent’s proof of address
However if the Aadhar of the parent is linked to the child’s – you simply need to carry the Aadhar with you.
the biometric authentication will be done of the linked parent.
For more details visit https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
I wish to get my email and mobile number updated. How can I do so?
In case you have the mobile number already registered with the Aadhar, you can update your email and mobile by the help of the online SSUP portal. Simply visit the page – https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/update
Simply enter the Aadhar number and the Text you see in the image, and generate the OTP.
aadhar card self service update portal
Then simply select the relevant option – Mobile / Email and proceed to enter the data as shown on the page and submit.
aadhar card correction update email ID
If the mobile is not registered, then you will have to visit your nearest Aadhar update centre to get the mobile or email updated. To know more, please visit this simple guide here.
Can I get the information in my Aadhar letter corrected by using the Update process?
Yes, you can use the Aadhar card update process if you wish to make corrections in the Aadhar information. It is always advised to re-check the details you enter while filling up a form. Simply follow the steps shown above.
I have lost my mobile number/ do not possess the number that I enrolled with in Aadhar. Can I still submit an update request? How?
Yes, it is possible to submit the Aadhar update request even though you have lost the registered mobile number of the Aadhar. You will have to physically visit your nearest Aadhar update centre and get the information updated personally.
To know more, please visit this simple guide here.
I wish to get my Aadhar card updated through post/ portal. What are the valid documents that will have to be submitted?
The documents that are to be submitted will depend upon the field that has to be updated via post. Following are the documents needed for different fields, have a look at them closely.
First of all, click on the below mentioned link to have a look at the documents needed
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssupinstructions
Name Correction/Update – Requires PoI listed in “Supported Proof of Identity(PoI)
Documents Containing Name and Photo for Name Corrections/Update”
Date of Birth Correction – Requires DoB listed in “Supported Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) Documents”
Address Corrections/Change – Requires PoA listed in “Supported Proof of Address
(PoA) Documents Containing Name and Address”
Email and Mobile – No supporting documents are required
If you are updating the field online, it will be done by the SSUP portal. Depending on the field that needs to be updated through the online SSUP portal, attach the original scanned copies of the supporting documents as per the Valid Documents List.
The valid documents list is as follows:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
Name Correction/Update – Requires PoI listed in “Supported Proof of Identity(PoI)
Documents Containing Name and Photo for Name Corrections/Update”
Date of Birth Correction – Requires DoB listed in “Supported Proof of Date of Birth(DoB) Documents”
Address Corrections/Change – Requires PoA listed in “Supported Proof of Address
(PoA) Documents Containing Name and Address”
Email and Mobile – No supporting documents are required
I want to submit an Aadhar update request through the online portal, is it mandatory to provide Mobile number details while submitting the request?
Whether you wish to submit the Aadhar card update request through post or online SSUP portal, it is mandatory to provide the mobile number details.
This is because the mobile number that you provide might be used for verification purposes as wel as for all future notifications and update processes. In fact having a mobile number linked to your Aadhar can help you get a duplicate aadhar in the form of eAadhar, update any details in Aadhar very quickly.
The application status will also be intimated to you via SMS on this number.
Can affidavit be accepted as a proof of identity?
The answer is No, an affidavit alone cannot be accepted as a proof of identity. If you wish to know about the acceptable proof of identity documents, refer to the link below:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
Will a certificate from local MP/MLA/local body official accepted as a proof document?
Yes, Certificate of Address having photo issued by MP or MLA or a Gazetted Officer or even a Tehsildar on letterhead is an acceptable as a Proof.
My update request was rejected, what could have been the reason?
Generally, the update requests can be rejected due to one of the following reasons;
Wrong proof of identity/ proof of address document uploaded
Proof of identity/ proof of address document not self-attested
Transliteration error
Supporting documents not self-attested by the resident
Document uploaded through online SSUP portal are not found to be scanned copies of original documents (ensure usage of a good quality document scanner)
Mobile number or Aadhar number shared in the form is incorrect
Supporting documents are not in the name of the resident
You can contact the UIDAI helpline for more details at 1947 with your enrolment ID or Aadhar number.
Is it compulsory to provide C/o Details in Address?
The answer is No, it is not mandatory to provide c/o details with the address. This is because the C/o details in address are used for letter delivery purposes and therefore is a part of address – but it is not compulsory to fill.
What shall I do in case of my Aadhar being suspended and asked to update?
In case an Aadhar card is suspended, the update mode which has to be taken is through visiting the enrollment centre physically.
You will have to do the required update as might have been intimated to you in the communication sent by the Unique Identification Authority of India.
If you have any queries regarding this document, below are some of the most frequently asked questions about the Aadhar.
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- 1 What does the term ‘Aadhar ‘Mean?
- 2 Is there any regulatory body for the Aadhar? If yes then which one?
- 3 Who is eligible to enroll for the Aadhar?
- 4 Can we call the Aadhar a smart card?
- 5 Is getting an Aadhar card compulsory?
- 6 I wish to obtain an Aadhar, what is the information that I will have to provide?
- 7 How can the Date of Birth of a person be validated?
- 8 Can introducers be added or removed at a later stage by the registrar?
- 9 How many days will it take to process the Aadhar Enrollment form?
- 10 How to locate Aadhar enrollment centre in any state of India?
- 11 How much time does it usually take to update Aadhar Enrollment ID online?
- 12 How can I update my Aadhar card at Aadhar enrollment centre?
- 13 What to do in case of a lost Aadhar card enrollment slip?
- 14 I have lost my registered mobile number, how do I get my Aadhar?
- 15 I have lost my Aadhar card as well as my enrollment slip. What would you suggest I do?
- 16 Can the enrollment slip of the Aadhar card be used as an ID proof at the airport?
- 17 I have lost my enrollment slip as well as the registered mobile number. How to download the Aadhar card if I lost enrollment slip and registered mobile number?
- 18 What is the Password for opening my online Aadhar card or the eAadhar PDF?
- 19 Can I download the Aadhar without providing my name?
- 20 What to do if the UIDAI website says that the Aadhar has been generated, but I still have not received it? I only have the EID slip.
- 21 I lost/ damaged my Aadhar card, what should I do now?
- 22 How to download the eAadhar if the site says “rgistered mobile number not valid” and the Aadhar acknowledgment slip isn’t available?
- 23 I have applied for an Aadhar but not received, what shall I do?
- 24 Are there any charges applicable for changing/updating Aadhar details at enrollment centre/offline? I have been asked to pay Rs.200 to do the same.
- 25 I wish to change the mobile number enrolled in Aadhar. How is this possible?
- 26 What does ‘Aadhar update status is in process’ mean?
- 27 The URN given to me to check Aadhar update status is incorrect. Is there any other way available to check the Aadhar update status?
- 28 I have received 7 update request numbers (URNs) for Aadhar updating via post. Why did this happen and what should I do?
- 29 What to do in case my Aadhar update request has been rejected twice due to error in data processing?
- 30 Is it possible to change or update my Aadhar card address online? How?
- 31 How much time does it take for the Aadhar card to get updated and reach the applicant?
- 32 Is it possible to update the Aadhar details without OTP (One Time Passsword)? How?
- 33 Can my parent’s Aadhar card be used to update my address in my State Bank of India passbook?
- 34 Is the coloured printout of my updated Aadhar card a valid identity or address proof?
- 35 Which language must be used while updating the Aadhar?
- 36 How much time will it take to update the Aadhar details if applied through post?
- 37 Is there an Aadhar card for the Indians in the northeastern states of India?
- 38 It has been over 90 days that I have applied for an Aadhar and I haven’t received it. How can I file a complaint for Aadhar card generation?
- 39 I had filed a complaint regarding the Aadhar long ago, how can I know the status of my Aadhar complaint?
- 40 I am NRI. Can I apply for Aadhar Card?
- 41 Is an eAadhar card equally valid as the original Aadhar or not?
- 42 What all services are built around Aadhar (Unique Identification for Indians) till date?
- 43 What do you mean by the term ‘Aadhar Holder’
- 44 What is the Aadhar Number?
- 45 What is the meaning of Aadhar Enabled Services?
- 46 What do you mean by the Aadhar Authentication Services?
- 47 What does Aadhar Seeding mean?
- 48 What is the Aadhar Self Service Update Portal?
- 49 What are the fields that can be updated through the Self Service Update Portal?
- 50 Is it possible to request for updating fields by sending a request via post?
- 51 What is the Address for sending the Aadhar card update request via post?
- 52 What should I do in case my mobile number has not yet been registered with the Aadhar? I wish to get my mobile number updated.
- 53 I wish to know if my Aadhar card update request has been accepted or not. How can this happen?
- 54 Is it necessary for me to submit an update request in the local language?
- 55 I entered the wrong demographic details at the time of online update, what can I do now?
- 56 When Do I get the updated Aadhar letter?
- 57 What can be done in case I do not receive my updated Aadhar letter?
- 58 I wish to get the address of my child updated in Aadhar, how can I do this?
- 59 I wish to get my email and mobile number updated. How can I do so?
- 60 Can I get the information in my Aadhar letter corrected by using the Update process?
- 61 I have lost my mobile number/ do not possess the number that I enrolled with in Aadhar. Can I still submit an update request? How?
- 62 I wish to get my Aadhar card updated through post/ portal. What are the valid documents that will have to be submitted?
- 63 I want to submit an Aadhar update request through the online portal, is it mandatory to provide Mobile number details while submitting the request?
- 64 Can affidavit be accepted as a proof of identity?
- 65 Will a certificate from local MP/MLA/local body official accepted as a proof document?
- 66 My update request was rejected, what could have been the reason?
- 67 Is it compulsory to provide C/o Details in Address?
- 68 What shall I do in case of my Aadhar being suspended and asked to update?
What does the term ‘Aadhar ‘Mean?
The meaning of the term Aadhar, is “foundation” in many Indian languages. Aadhar is therefore the term used for the unique identity number issued by the UIDAI (The Unique Identification Authority of India).
The number is linked to an individual’s biometrics thus further adding to the uniqueness of the programme. Also, no citizen can have a duplicate number. The government can therefore easily eliminate the duplicate and fake identities through the Aadhar- based biometric identification system which will enable it to expand benefits to other eligible residents.
Is there any regulatory body for the Aadhar? If yes then which one?
Yes, there is a regulatory body for Aadhar. The name of the regulatory body is The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on behalf of the government of India.
Who is eligible to enroll for the Aadhar?
Any resident of India including infants can enrol for the Aadhar. In addition to this, NRIs and foreign citizens residing in India can also enrol for the Aadhar.
Can we call the Aadhar a smart card?
The answer is no, the Aadhar is a unique identification number and is not a smart card. Infact you don’t even need the actual Aadhar card as a simple eAadhar card printed on a plain piece of paper is also a valid ID and address proof. Smart card not even necessary to have.
Is getting an Aadhar card compulsory?
No, it is not compulsory to get an Aadhar however, with the passage of time, more and more services are being linked by the government with Aadhar. For instance, LPG subsidies and Bank Account Portability has been linked with the Aadhar and to avail such benefits, getting an Aadhar is compulsory.
I wish to obtain an Aadhar, what is the information that I will have to provide?
For each individual opting for the Aadhar, Demographic and Biometric information is required:
- Demographic information required:
- NameDate of Birth
- Gender
- Address
- Parent/Guardian details (required for children, adults may provide)
- Contact details phone and email (optional)
- Biometric Information required:
- Photo
- 10 finger prints
- Iris
All the biometric information is collected at the Aadhar enrollment centre itself.
How can the Date of Birth of a person be validated?
There is a backend process maintained in Aadhar database to indicate if Date of Birth (DoB) is verified, declared, or approximate as per the DDSVP Committee report.
However, in case exact DoB is not known, the resident is asked to indicate his/her age only because the enrollment software has the provision to capture age & calculate the year of birth. Hence, the exact DOB might not be known to validate the birth date of a person.
Can introducers be added or removed at a later stage by the registrar?
Yes, it is possible for registrars to add/ modify/ remove introducers at a later stage.
Not only this, even the area of operations of an introducer can be modified at a later stage. The Unique Identification Authority of India encourages the registrars to review performance of introducers on an on-going basis and also to make changes to the list as and when required.
How many days will it take to process the Aadhar Enrollment form?
It usually takes around a month to process the Aadhar enrollment form. You can check the Aadhar enrolment status by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status
Your eAadhar maybe ready in a month’s time, however for the physical copy to reach you, it will take a period of around 2- 3 months. In case your Aadhar enrolment form isn’t processed for a long time, check the Aadhar status via above online portal.
How to locate Aadhar enrollment centre in any state of India?
If you have been wanting to get enrolled for Aadhar, you can easily locate the Aadhar enrollment centre in any state of India by clicking on the link given below:
https://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx
However, if you wish to have a look at a more detailed process on how to locate Aadhar enrollment centre, click here.
How much time does it usually take to update Aadhar Enrollment ID online?
It normally takes around 15 days to update the Aadhar enrollment ID Online but there might be exceptions and chances are that your Aadhar enrollment ID arrives late. Hence, in case your enrollment ID has been under process for a long time, you can call 1947 for further information.
How can I update my Aadhar card at Aadhar enrollment centre?
Your Aadhar card can be updated by visiting the nearest Aadhar enrollment centre in your area. Once you reach the enrollment centre, you will be asked your Aadhar and mobile number after which you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number with the UIDAI.
Please note that you can also use this feature to update your mobile number, email, gender, age, name and address.
Your biometrics will be authenticated. Once this is done, you will get a confirmation email within 72 hours.
For more details, refer here.
What to do in case of a lost Aadhar card enrollment slip?
You need not panic if you have lost your Aadhar enrollment slip as the Aadhar enrollment ID can be easily recovered online. The link to recover your lost enrollment ID is: https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid
Simply click on the above mentioned link and recover you Aadhar enrollment slip online. For simple steps to be followed in doing so, refer this.
I have lost my registered mobile number, how do I get my Aadhar?
If you have your email address registered for Aadhar, it is possible to retrieve the Aadhar details by clicking on the link – https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid
However, if you don’t wish to obtain the Aadhar details online, another option is available. You can visit your nearest Aadhar enrollment centre for the same. The Aadhar enrollment centre can be easily located via this link – http://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx.
Once you visit the Aadhar enrollment center, the Aadhar details can now be fetched using the combination of your fingerprint and Aadhar number.
For more details on what to do upon losing the registered mobile number, click on the link mentioned below:
http://www.Aadharcardkendra.org.in/Aadhar-card-correction-online-without-mobile-number-2980/
If you face any problem with regards to opening the link, simply copy and paste the URL in your web browser and wait for the webpage to load.
I have lost my Aadhar card as well as my enrollment slip. What would you suggest I do?
Getting the Aadhar card online without the enrollment details and Aadhar number isn’t possible.
You will need to visit the nearest Aadhar centre for the details. It is advised to carry one of your ID proofs as well. If the Aadhar centre is an authorized one, the charges would be nominal. Use the UIDAI portal to help you locate the Aadhar centre nearest to the area you live in.
Can the enrollment slip of the Aadhar card be used as an ID proof at the airport?
No, you cannot use the enrollment slip of the Aadhar as an Identity proof. You must have the physical Aadhar or download and print the eAadhar card to use it as an ID proof.
I have lost my enrollment slip as well as the registered mobile number. How to download the Aadhar card if I lost enrollment slip and registered mobile number?
If you’ve lost your registered mobile number as well as the Aadhar enrollment slip, there are two ways available to you in order to download the Aadhar:
one way is by visiting the nearest Aadhar update centre
other option is to send your Aadhar update request through post to get your data updated.
Visit this link here to know how to get the Aadhar card updated online.
Once you have submitted your Aadhar card update request, you will receive an Aadhar Update Request number or URN – Keep it handy as this will help you keep a track of the same by checking your Aadhar card update status.
What is the Password for opening my online Aadhar card or the eAadhar PDF?
This password is the pin code of the area you’re living in. For example, if you live in New Delhi, Rohini sector 13, your pin code is 110085. This is mainly the postal code you entered while getting enrolled for Aadhar, i.e. your residence postal code.
Can I download the Aadhar without providing my name?
The answer is No, you cannot download the Aadhar card without providing your name. Name is a mandatory field that must be filled in order to obtain the Aadhar card.
What to do if the UIDAI website says that the Aadhar has been generated, but I still have not received it? I only have the EID slip.
Ensure that the Enrollment slip or enrollment ID, date, time and mobile number are in place. In such a case, you can easily download an electronic Aadhar which will be as useful as the hardcopy of the Aadhar.
The enrollment number will be used to download the Aadhar card. Visit this link or paste it in your web browser: https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
To know how to download the Aadhar using enrollment ID/ Number, click here.
I lost/ damaged my Aadhar card, what should I do now?
There is absolutely no need to panic in case you have lost or damaged your Aadhar card as due to the advanced technology, an e- Aadhar can be easily downloaded.
This eAadhar is as valid as the original one and can be downloaded free of cost.
Click here to know how to download the eAadhar.
How to download the eAadhar if the site says “registered mobile number not valid” and the Aadhar acknowledgment slip isn’t available?
Ideally, for downloading eAadhar you must have the access to the registered mobile no. However, if you do not have the registered mobile number, there is a solution available. All you need to do is follow the simple steps mentioned below:
Go to UIDAI official website which is http://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx
Click on the option and select your state, district, town to access a list of UIDAI official agents with their address and phone number.
Visit the centre to get your mobile number will be registered in the Aadhar database.
Do carry your valid ID proof and address proof for verification purposes.
I have applied for an Aadhar but not received, what shall I do?
It takes a period of 90 days for your Aadhar to reach you. This 90 day period exists because during these 90 days, certain processes like data authentication, information processing etc. are carried out. Hence, you must wait for at least 90 days before taking any action.
If, however, 90 days have passed you can check the Aadhar card status online over here.
Click here to know how to do the same.
Are there any charges applicable for changing/updating Aadhar details at enrollment centre/offline? I have been asked to pay Rs.200 to do the same.
Yes, there might be some nominal charges incurred to get the Aadhar updated/ changed.
However Rs. 200 is a huge amount. The charges incurred are nominal such as Rs. 30/- if done from an authorized Aadhar centre. Also, you will not have to pay a single penny if you get your Aadhar updated online, through the government portal.
The government portal for downloading the Aadhar online and absolutely free of cost is https://uidai.gov.in/. You need to simply visit the portal and look under ‘Aadhar enrollment’ for the ‘download Aadhar’ option.
Click here to get a detailed, step-by-step process on how to download eAadhar.
I wish to change the mobile number enrolled in Aadhar. How is this possible?
You can easily change the mobile number enrolled in Aadhar via two methods:
By updating the mobile number in Aadhar through an online process
By updating Aadhar card with mobile number by visiting the Aadhar card centre or via post.
For the offline method which is by updating the Aadhar card without using the internet, you will need to visit your nearest Aadhar card centre or send the Aadhar update request via post.
You can download the Aadhar update form from here the following link.
Once the form is downloaded, send it to one of the following address:
UIDAI
Post-Box No. 10,Chhindwara,Madhya Pradesh-480001, India
UIDAI
Post-Box No. 99,Banjara Hills,Hyderabad-500034, India
In addition to this, you can change the Aadhar mobile number online by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/update-data.
For the detailed online process on how to change the mobile number in Aadhar, click here.
What does ‘Aadhar update status is in process’ mean?
This simply means that your request for Aadhar card update has been verified and approved and will be administered soon.
The URN given to me to check Aadhar update status is incorrect. Is there any other way available to check the Aadhar update status?
Yes the alternative method is described as follows:
Visit the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
Select the Download Aadhar option under the Enroll and get Aadhar section.
After that, click on the “I have an Aadhar” option.
You will be asked some details, enter them and wait for the OTP to be sent on your registered mobile number.
Enter the OTP and click on Validate and Download.
e aadhar download
You will now find that the details that you wished to update have already been updated in the system and the updated Aadhar will now be available for download.
If not – this means that the request is in process.
I have received 7 update request numbers (URNs) for Aadhar updating via post. Why did this happen and what should I do?
This must have happen if you have placed multiple Aadhar update requests.
All you need to do now is to check if the corrections have been made and the Aadhar has been updated or not. If your Aadhar is updated, you no longer need to worry about the URNs.
What to do in case my Aadhar update request has been rejected twice due to error in data processing?
All the Aadhar card data taken at the time of enrollment is later sent to UIDAI for approval via internet. Hence, sometimes, due to poor internet connection or network error it is possible that the data failed to upload. This results in the data processing error.
No need to panic if such thing happens. All you need to do is carry your enrollment receipt to the nearest Aadhar centre and ask them to re- enroll.
Is it possible to change or update my Aadhar card address online? How?
Yes, you can easily update or change your Aadhar card address online by visiting the Aadhar card online self-service update portal which is https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/update .
To have a look at the detailed process of how to update the Aadhar card address online, click on the link below or copy paste the link to your web browser: http://www.Aadharcardkendra.org.in/Aadhar-card-correction-332/
How much time does it take for the Aadhar card to get updated and reach the applicant?
It usually takes a period of 10- 15 days for the Aadhar to get updated. If you need to get your mobile number updated, you will receive a notification on your new mobile number. Once your Aadhar has been updated, download it and take a printout.
Is it possible to update the Aadhar details without OTP (One Time Passsword)? How?
Yes, it is possible to update the Aadhar details without OTP.
All you need to do is download and a form, fill it and submit at the nearest enrolment center or send it by post.
Click here to download the form.
The address that the form must be sent to is:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
Can my parent’s Aadhar card be used to update my address in my State Bank of India passbook?
The answer is no. You cannot use your parent’s Aadhar to update your current address. What you can do in this case it to submit an undertaking to the branch manager that since you are staying with your father, your current address needs to be updated. However, a proof must be provided to the bank in order to show that you have applied for a change in address in your other IDs such as voter ID card. Also, the ID with the changed address needs to be submitted. At the end, everything depends upon the discretion of the bank.
Is the coloured printout of my updated Aadhar card a valid identity or address proof?
Yes, the coloured printout of the Aadhar is as valid as the original one. This is a printed form of the Aadhar details on plain sheet of paper or a photo paper or a plastic sheet that are considered to be equal to the original copy of the Aadhar.
For more details on the same, click here.
Which language must be used while updating the Aadhar?
Ideally, the language to be used while Aadhar card update is English and any other local language which has been saved at the time of Aadhar enrollment will be appropriate.
How much time will it take to update the Aadhar details if applied through post?
If an Aadhar update is applied through post, the process is quite lengthy. Therefore, expect a period of two months at least.
However, even if after two months you fail to get the Aadhar details updated, check the Aadhar card update status by clicking here and following the simple steps mentioned here.
Is there an Aadhar card for the Indians in the northeastern states of India?
Yes, but Assam and Meghalaya are currently have less than 10% population in these states have an Aadhar number. The reason, in Assam, could be due to the ongoing update of National Register of Citizens of India (NRC).
Aadhar enrollment centers are demanding INR 150 for the same day they are registering, is it valid?
No, enrollment for the Aadhar is free of cost and no money should be charged.
You can also file a complaint against anyone who tries to charge you money for Aadhar enrollment. However, do read this to understand this better.
It has been over 90 days that I have applied for an Aadhar and I haven’t received it. How can I file a complaint for Aadhar card generation?
In order to file a complaint regarding the Aadhar, email at help@uidai.gov.in or you can call on the toll free number, 1947.
Another option available is by registering the complaint online, this can be done by visiting https://resident.uidai.gov.in/file-complaint . Simply click on the link and fill up the form in front of you.
I had filed a complaint regarding the Aadhar long ago, how can I know the status of my Aadhar complaint?
If you have filed a complaint relating to the Aadhar, you can check the complaint status online by following the steps mentioned below:
Visit the official Resident UIDAI’s portal which is https://uidai.gov.in/your-aadhaar/help.html
On theLeft-hand side bottom of the page, you will see a link that says “Grievance”, click on it.
Or simply call on 1947 for the quick status of your complaint.
The postal address for checking complaint status is :
PO Box 1947, GPO Bangalore – 560001 OR
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Planning Commission, Government of India (GoI), 3rd Floor, Tower II, Jeevan Bharati Building, Connaught Circus, New Delhi – 110001
I am NRI. Can I apply for Aadhar Card?
You can refer here for the details.
Is an eAadhar card equally valid as the original Aadhar or not?
The E- Aadhar or electronic Aadhar card is totally valid. The official portal of the UIDAI which is https://uidai.gov.in and click the Download Aadhar Card Online option anytime to download an electronic version of the Aadhar.
It will be as valid as the Aadhar you receive via post and will act as an identity proof as well.
What all services are built around Aadhar (Unique Identification for Indians) till date?
There are a number of Aadhar services available to the citizens, some of them are as follows:
LPG Subsidy (Aadhar based direct benefit transfer)
Once the Aadhar is linked to the LPG consumer number, the LPG cylinder subsidy amount is directly credited in the bank account linked with Aadhar. The subsidy amount is the difference between the market price and the subsidized rate. In addition to the LPG subsidy, the subsidy for various other commodities such as kerosene, rice, pulses etc are also transferred.
For more details, click here.
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MNREGA) now linked to Aadhar:
Wages under this scheme of the government will also be credited to the bank account of the labors linked with Aadhar card number.
For more details, click here.
Getting your passport in barely 10 days:
This is perhaps one of the most venerated benefits of the Aadhar. If you are an Aadhar card holder, you can get your passport in barely 10 days because under this format, police verification will be done at a later date as opposed to the previous rule which required police verification and was very time consuming. Also, under the new rule of the government, you must have an Aadhar to obtain a passport.
For more details, click here.
Digital Locker Facility:
The Government of India has also launched a digital locker (DigiLocker) system for people to store all personal documents on the government’s server. However, to avail this digital locker facility, having an Aadhar number is compulsory. This is because the Sign up Process will Link the DigiLocker account to your Aadhar card number.
For more details, click here.
Availing Monthly Pension:
Another area where the Aadhar card is mandatory is among pensioners. It has now been made compulsory for the pensioners from select states to register their Aadhar card number to their respective department in order to receive their monthly pensions.
For more details, click here.
Provident Fund:
Similar to the pension scheme, even the provident fund money will be given to only those account holders who have managed to register their Aadhar number with the employee provident fund organization (EPFO).
For more details, click here.
Aadhar is now facilitating opening new bank account and Bank account portability:
The Aadhar letter provided by UIDAI is now acceptable by banks as a valid proof to open a new bank account. Also, it can serve as an address proof as well. However, the address on the Aadhar card and the address proof must match. Hence, there is now no need to provide multiple documents to the bank for opening a bank account.
For more details, click here.
New mobile connections:
You can now get a new mobile connection in just a matter of hours with Aadhar based authentication.
For more details, click here.
For more details and uses of Aadhar linked programmes, click here.
What do you mean by the term ‘Aadhar Holder’
The term “Aadhar holder” is used for an individual who has an Aadhar card registered in his name.
What is the Aadhar Number?
Aadhar Number is the unique identification number which is issued to every resident of India by the Unique Identification Authority of India.
What is the meaning of Aadhar Enabled Services?
The Aadhar enabled services refer to the various services provided by an Authentication user agency to an Aadhar card holder using the Aadhar Authentication Services of UIDAI.
What do you mean by the Aadhar Authentication Services?
These are the authentication services that are provided by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and are used by the Authentication User Agency where the personal identity information or the data of an Aadhar card holder (who is a beneficiary, customer, employee or associate of the Authentication User Agency) is matched with their personal identity information / data that is stored in the UIDAI’s Central Identity Data Repository.
This is done in order to provide Aadhar enabled services to such Aadhar holder.
What does Aadhar Seeding mean?
Aadhar Seeding refers to the practice of linking Aadhar holder’s Unique 12 digit Aadhar number with their Personal Identification Documents or Benefit Cards such as:
Scholarships
Pension ID
MNREGA Job Card
LPG Consumer ID
PAN Card
Bank Accounts
PFRDA Portal
What is the Aadhar Self Service Update Portal?
The Aadhar self service update portal, or the SSUP is the portal launched by UIDAI to help you update your Aadhar related data and get the relevant online as well as offline forms to do so.
What are the fields that can be updated through the Self Service Update Portal?
By Using the online SSUP portal which is https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-home the fields such as
Name
Gender
DoB
Address
Mobile number
update details in aadhar card options
Is it possible to request for updating fields by sending a request via post?
Yes, in order to change your name, gender, DOB, address or email, you can send a request to the UIDAI through post. The addresses are:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
What is the Address for sending the Aadhar card update request via post?
You can send the update requests by India post to one of the following addresses:
Address 1 :
UIDAI Box No. 10, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001, India
Address 2 :
UIDAI Post Box No. 99, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500034, India
What should I do in case my mobile number has not yet been registered with the Aadhar? I wish to get my mobile number updated.
All you need to do is simply visit the Aadhar enrollment centre nearest to the area you live in.
You will not require any type of additional documents for registering your mobile number.
I wish to know if my Aadhar card update request has been accepted or not. How can this happen?
The only way of knowing whether you update request has been processed or not, that is by waiting for an SMS that will confirm that your update request has been processed successfully.
However, if you feel a reasonable amount of time has passed and yet you fail to receive a confirmation, you can check the update status from the following link:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/check-status .
All you need to do is provide the details which need to be updated.
Is it necessary for me to submit an update request in the local language?
If you are opting for a demographic upgrade thought the online SSUP portal, the update data has to provided in English as well as the local language in which the Aadhar card is generated.
However, if you are opting for update through postal mode, then the update data in the correction form also, has to be provided in both languages – English as well as the local language used in the Aadhar card.
I entered the wrong demographic details at the time of online update, what can I do now?
It is suggested that the data must be cross checked each time you enter the Aadhar details. However, if you have wrongly entered the demographics, you need to make an update request for the same.
Click here to know how to do so.
When Do I get the updated Aadhar letter?
You will receive the Updated Aadhar letter in case you have applied for update of Name, Address, Date of Birth or Gender change. For a change/update in mobile number or email – no new Aadhar letter shall be issued, but your records will be updated.
You can also download your eAadhar if you wish, by following the steps here.
What can be done in case I do not receive my updated Aadhar letter?
The updated Aadhar letter takes time to reach your doorstep. Hence, you are advised to download e- Aadhar while you wait for the updated Aadhar letter to arrive at your place. It is very easy to download the electronic Aadhar card since the online portal has been made available.
Simply visit https://eAadhar.uidai.gov.in/ which will enable you to download eAadhar by providing your respective EID/UID. You can do so by following the steps here.
I wish to get the address of my child updated in Aadhar, how can I do this?
If you wish to get the address of your child updated, you can easily do so by visiting the nearest enrollment centre with your child.
However, you must remember that the parent whose Aadhar has been linked to the child must be present there for the process to be completed.
So, if you have your Aadhar linked with your child, visit the centre with him/her. There are a number of supporting documents that have to be provided. These include:
the parent’s proof of relationship
parent’s proof of address
However if the Aadhar of the parent is linked to the child’s – you simply need to carry the Aadhar with you.
the biometric authentication will be done of the linked parent.
For more details visit https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
I wish to get my email and mobile number updated. How can I do so?
In case you have the mobile number already registered with the Aadhar, you can update your email and mobile by the help of the online SSUP portal. Simply visit the page – https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/update
Simply enter the Aadhar number and the Text you see in the image, and generate the OTP.
aadhar card self service update portal
Then simply select the relevant option – Mobile / Email and proceed to enter the data as shown on the page and submit.
aadhar card correction update email ID
If the mobile is not registered, then you will have to visit your nearest Aadhar update centre to get the mobile or email updated. To know more, please visit this simple guide here.
Can I get the information in my Aadhar letter corrected by using the Update process?
Yes, you can use the Aadhar card update process if you wish to make corrections in the Aadhar information. It is always advised to re-check the details you enter while filling up a form. Simply follow the steps shown above.
I have lost my mobile number/ do not possess the number that I enrolled with in Aadhar. Can I still submit an update request? How?
Yes, it is possible to submit the Aadhar update request even though you have lost the registered mobile number of the Aadhar. You will have to physically visit your nearest Aadhar update centre and get the information updated personally.
To know more, please visit this simple guide here.
I wish to get my Aadhar card updated through post/ portal. What are the valid documents that will have to be submitted?
The documents that are to be submitted will depend upon the field that has to be updated via post. Following are the documents needed for different fields, have a look at them closely.
First of all, click on the below mentioned link to have a look at the documents needed
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssupinstructions
Name Correction/Update – Requires PoI listed in “Supported Proof of Identity(PoI)
Documents Containing Name and Photo for Name Corrections/Update”
Date of Birth Correction – Requires DoB listed in “Supported Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) Documents”
Address Corrections/Change – Requires PoA listed in “Supported Proof of Address
(PoA) Documents Containing Name and Address”
Email and Mobile – No supporting documents are required
If you are updating the field online, it will be done by the SSUP portal. Depending on the field that needs to be updated through the online SSUP portal, attach the original scanned copies of the supporting documents as per the Valid Documents List.
The valid documents list is as follows:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
Name Correction/Update – Requires PoI listed in “Supported Proof of Identity(PoI)
Documents Containing Name and Photo for Name Corrections/Update”
Date of Birth Correction – Requires DoB listed in “Supported Proof of Date of Birth(DoB) Documents”
Address Corrections/Change – Requires PoA listed in “Supported Proof of Address
(PoA) Documents Containing Name and Address”
Email and Mobile – No supporting documents are required
I want to submit an Aadhar update request through the online portal, is it mandatory to provide Mobile number details while submitting the request?
Whether you wish to submit the Aadhar card update request through post or online SSUP portal, it is mandatory to provide the mobile number details.
This is because the mobile number that you provide might be used for verification purposes as wel as for all future notifications and update processes. In fact having a mobile number linked to your Aadhar can help you get a duplicate aadhar in the form of eAadhar, update any details in Aadhar very quickly.
The application status will also be intimated to you via SMS on this number.
Can affidavit be accepted as a proof of identity?
The answer is No, an affidavit alone cannot be accepted as a proof of identity. If you wish to know about the acceptable proof of identity documents, refer to the link below:
https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/ssup-instructions
Will a certificate from local MP/MLA/local body official accepted as a proof document?
Yes, Certificate of Address having photo issued by MP or MLA or a Gazetted Officer or even a Tehsildar on letterhead is an acceptable as a Proof.
My update request was rejected, what could have been the reason?
Generally, the update requests can be rejected due to one of the following reasons;
Wrong proof of identity/ proof of address document uploaded
Proof of identity/ proof of address document not self-attested
Transliteration error
Supporting documents not self-attested by the resident
Document uploaded through online SSUP portal are not found to be scanned copies of original documents (ensure usage of a good quality document scanner)
Mobile number or Aadhar number shared in the form is incorrect
Supporting documents are not in the name of the resident
You can contact the UIDAI helpline for more details at 1947 with your enrolment ID or Aadhar number.
Is it compulsory to provide C/o Details in Address?
The answer is No, it is not mandatory to provide c/o details with the address. This is because the C/o details in address are used for letter delivery purposes and therefore is a part of address – but it is not compulsory to fill.
What shall I do in case of my Aadhar being suspended and asked to update?
In case an Aadhar card is suspended, the update mode which has to be taken is through visiting the enrollment centre physically.
You will have to do the required update as might have been intimated to you in the communication sent by the Unique Identification Authority of India.
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