The e-Aadhaar, a password-protected PDF version, is legally valid under the Aadhaar Act and offers a convenient way to carry and use your Aadhaar digitally.
My Aadhaar UIDAI – Download Aadhaar, Update, Check Status 2025
It is the central authority responsible for implementing the Aadhaar project, which aims to provide a unique 12-digit identity number to every resident of India.
The Aadhaar login process on the MyAadhaar portal provides secure access to Aadhaar services using your 12-digit Aadhaar number and an OTP. It is essential for updating demographics details and accessing various value-added services offered by UIDAI.
Click on the Login button and enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, and captcha.
Click “Login with OTP”, then a OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Enter the OTP to access your Aadhaar dashboard.
Aadhaar Services Offered by UIDAI
The UIDAI offers a range of services that make it easy to enrol, update, retrieve, and manage Aadhaar. Below is a complete, step-by-step guide to these services:
Provide your Update Request Number (URN) or Enrolment ID (EID).
Authenticate via OTP.
The portal will display the status of your request.
Note: To check your Aadhaar enrolment or update status using the toll-free number 1947, dial 1947 from your registered mobile number. Select your preferred language (e.g., press 1 for Hindi, 2 for English). Press 1 for enrolment status or 2 for update status. Enter your 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID) or Update Request Number (URN) as prompted. Follow the IVR instructions to hear the status, such as “Aadhaar Generated” or “Under Processing.” Ensure your mobile number is registered with UIDAI.
Document Update
If your Aadhaar details (e.g., name, address, date of birth, or gender) have changed or need correction, you can update them online.
Authenticate using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Select “Update Aadhaar”:
Choose the information you want to update (e.g., address, name, date of birth, gender).
Ensure you have valid supporting documents ready (e.g., Proof of Identity (PoI), Proof of Address (PoA)).
Upload Documents:
Attach the scanned copies of the required documents.
Ensure the documents are clear and valid as per UIDAI guidelines.
Review and Submit:
Verify all the entered details carefully.
Submit your request and note down the Update Request Number (URN) for tracking.
Track Status: Use your URN on the same portal to track the progress of your update request.
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Important Note: This service is free of cost until 14/06/2026.
Note: To update your mobile number in an Aadhaar card, visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. Provide your Aadhaar number and the new mobile number. Complete biometric verification (fingerprint/iris scan). No documents or old mobile number are needed. The process is free, and you’ll receive a confirmation once the update is processed.
The 28-digit Service Request Number (SRN) from your payment slip.
The captcha code.
Click Submit to view the latest status, such as “Order Processed,” “Handed Over to DoP,” or “Delivered.”
After an order is placed, UIDAI dispatches the PVC Aadhaar Card to the Department of Post (DoP) within 5 working days (excluding the day of request). The delivery usually takes around 5–15 working days through Speed Post, and the card is sent to the address recorded in your Aadhaar.
Locate Enrolment Center
Find Aadhaar Seva Kendras near you for enrolment or updates.
Search: Enter your PIN code, city, or state. View the list of nearby centers with addresses and contact details.
Note: You can enrol for a new Aadhaar or update details at an Aadhaar Enrolment Center. For enrolment, provide personal info, biometrics, and documents; get an EID. For updates, submit documents, verify biometrics, and get an URN.
It serves as proof of identity and address, facilitating access to government subsidies, banking, telecom, and other services.
Aadhaar
Aadhaar, is a 12-digit unique identification number issued to residents of India. It integrates demographic data (name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number, email) and biometric data (fingerprints, iris scans, facial photograph) to create a secure, deduplicated identity.
Aadhaar is voluntary, free, and accessible to all residents, including Indian citizens, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), and foreign nationals residing in India for at least 182 days in the preceding 12 months.
Core Features
Unique Identity: Biometric deduplication ensures no duplicate Aadhaar numbers.
e-Aadhaar: A password-protected digital PDF, legally valid under the Aadhaar Act 2016 (password: first four letters of name in uppercase + birth year, e.g., PRIY1997).
Masked Aadhaar: Displays only the last four digits (e.g., XXXX XXXX 1234) for privacy during sharing.
Baal Aadhaar: Blue-colored card for children under 5, linked to a parent’s Aadhaar, capturing only a photograph (no biometrics).
Aadhaar PVC Card: Durable plastic card, orderable for Rs. 50 via myAadhaar,delivered in 5 working days.
Virtual ID (VID): A 16-digit temporary number for authentication, revocable via myAadhaar, enhancing privacy.
Not Proof of Citizenship: Aadhaar verifies identity and address, not nationality, as clarified by UIDAI and Supreme Court rulings.
Applications
Financial Inclusion: Simplifies KYC for bank accounts, mutual funds, and insurance.
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Enables targeted delivery of subsidies (e.g., LPG, PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat).
Provide authentication services for identity verification.
Ensure privacy, security, and compliance with legal frameworks.
Promote inclusion by enabling access to services for marginalized groups.
Organizational Structure
Headquarters: New Delhi, with regional offices in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and other cities.
Leadership: Chaired by a Chairperson (Neelkanth Mishra) and led by a CEO (Bhuvnesh Kumar), appointed by the Government of India.
Operations: Manages Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs), Permanent Enrolment Centres (PECs) at banks/post offices, and digital platforms (myAadhaar portal, mAadhaar app).
Helpline and Support: Toll-free: 1947, available in multiple languages. Email: help@uidai.gov.in.