How To Check Your Aadhaar Details Online?

April 02, 2019
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty

A large number of countries across the globe use the Unique Identity (UID) system by which every citizen get a number that contains all the details relevant to their identity. The Indian Government has also introduced a similar system known as Aadhaar, which is a Unique Identity number given to the citizens of India. The government aims at boosting the development of the Indian economy through Aadhaar by offering several benefits to the civilians.

For the purpose of creating the Unique Identification Number or Aadhaar, the Government of India established the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) in January 2009 which operates under the guidance of the Central government. The UIDAI is responsible for developing and issuing the Aadhaar card to the Indian residents and also to collect their biometric as well as demographic details. The data collected by the UIDAI is then stored in a centralized database system called the UID database. The chief data center where the Aadhaar data storage takes place is situated at the Industrial Model Township (IMT) in Manesar, Haryana. The 12-digit Unique Identification Number (UIN) or Aadhaar is issued simultaneously to the Indian citizens after the data has been stored.

What is Aadhaar?

Aadhaar card is a 12-digit Unique Identification Number (UIN) issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) after satisfying the verification process laid down by UIDAI. It is an individual verification system which helps the government of India to provide targeted services to Indian residents while enhancing the safety and security of the nation. This kind of a verification system is popular in many nations such as the United States of America and has been adopted by them as a Unique Identification for its citizens. For instance, in the USA their Unique Identification Number is referred to as Social Security Number which is a nine-digit number issued to both permanent as well as temporary residents who work in the United States of America.

Details on Aadhaar card

The Aadhaar card issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India contains various details. Some of the details are printed on the Aadhaar card, whereas, other details are stored in the Aadhaar’s database which can be accessed through proper channels. Details mentioned on the Aadhaar card has been listed below:

Name
Date of Birth
Aadhaar Number
Gender
Photograph
Residential Address
QR code representing the Aadhaar number

Details stored in the Aadhaar database has been listed below:

Iris Scan
Fingerprints

It is a general belief that the Aadhaar card is a mandatory document that everyone must obtain and the card is what every individual is required to acquire. However, this notion is a myth as Aadhaar is not just a mere documentation but the number which is issued along with the card is of greater value. The Aadhaar number is the key identity of the particular individual and in order to avail the benefits associated with Aadhaar, the Aadhaar number alone is sufficient.

How to update the details of your Aadhaar card online?

It has been made very easy by the UIDAI to update or correct the Aadhaar card both online and offline. The process to update or correct the Aadhaar card has been briefly explained below through which people can easily get their e-Aadhaar card details updated and corrected. Follow the steps mentioned hereinafter in order to update Aadhaar card address, name, date of birth, mobile number and email-id:

Visit the Aadhaar Self Service Update Portal.
If you have a valid address proof click on “Update Address” else “Request for Address Validation Letter”.
In the new window (https://ssup.uidai.gov.in/web/guest/update), enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
Enter the text verification code in the box and click on “Send OTP” or “Enter OTP”.
An OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered in UIDAI’s database.
Enter this OTP to log in to your Aadhaar account.
Alternately, you can use TOTP feature to authenticate.
Check the Address option and click on submit.
Enter your residential address mentioned in the Proof of Address and click on the “Submit Update Request”.
In case you want to modify your address, click on “Modify”.
Now check the declaration box and click on “Proceed”.
Select the document type you want to submit as Proof of Address for verification and upload the scanned copy of the address proof and click on “Submit”.
Click on “Yes” and select the BPO service provider that will verify your details and click on submit.
The BPO service provider inspects if the details mentioned in the form matches with the Proof of Address and forwards your request to UIDAI. Your update request is then accepted and an Acknowledgement Slip is provided to you.

The Acknowledgement Slip contains the Update Request Number (URN). Once updated, you can download the updated version and get your Aadhaar card printed.

How to check Aadhaar card update or correction status online?

An applicant or a recipient of the Aadhaar card, both can check the status of their Aadhaar card online through the UIDAI’s online portal as well as through phone via text message. Both the processes are free of cost and easy to perform. The steps to check Aadhaar card status online has been given below:

One can check his Aadhaar card status online using UIDAI’s Aadhaar status checking service by simply logging on to the official website of UIDAI.
The link is available in the bottom right corner of the official website to Enroll/ Download E-Aadhaar/ update Aadhaar.
By clicking on the link the person will be directed to the Aadhaar kiosk which will display a number of options including Aadhaar enrolment, updating as well as status check.
By clicking on the option which says ‘Check Aadhaar Status’ the person will be directed to a page where they can check the status of their Aadhaar.
In order to check the status, the person will have to fill in the following details:

Enrolment id in the format- EID/(0123/12321/32123). It is a temporary ID also known as EID.
Date and time of enrolment in dd/mm/yyyy and hh:mm:ss format.
Security code as displayed on the screen.

The last step is to click on the ‘Check Status’ dialog at the bottom of the screen and the status will pop up.

Note: In case you are not sure about your Enrolment number, date and time of enrolment you can check your application form for the same.

How to download Aadhaar card online?

Once an individual enrolls for the Aadhaar card by visiting Aadhaar Centres, he/she can download and print Aadhaar by using the enrolment ID, virtual ID or Aadhaar number provided by the UIDAI. Once a number is issued, he/she can follow these different steps for Aadhar card download.

Aadhar Card Download by Aadhaar Number

If you want to download and print e-Aadhaar card online, you need to follow the below-mentioned steps:

Visit the official UIDAI website https://uidai.gov.in/
Click on ‘Download Aadhaar’ option or visit the link https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
Select the “Aadhaar” option under “I Have” section
Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and select the “Masked Aadhaar” option if you do not want to show full digits of your Aadhaar number
Enter Captcha Verification Code and Click “Send OTP” option to get the one time password on your registered mobile number
Enter the OTP received on your mobile number
Complete the survey and click “Verify And Download” to download the e-Aadhaar card.

Steps to Download Aadhaar Card by Virtual ID (VID)

Downloading Aadhaar number through the Virtual ID is the latest addition to UIDAI’s portal for Aadhaar download. Follow the below-mentioned steps to download Aadhaar card using the virtual ID online:

Visit UIDAI’s online portal
Click “Download Aadhaar”
Select the VID option from the “I Have” section
Enter your virtual ID, full name, pin code, and security code
Now click “Send OTP” to generate OTP
Alternatively, you can use the TOTP feature to authenticate your request
e-Aadhaar will be downloaded to your system
You can access it by entering the Aadhaar card password.
Enter the 8 digit password to open the PDF file – first four letters of your name in CAPITALS and “Year of Birth”.

e-Aadhar Card Download by Using Enrolment Number (EID)

In case you have not got your Aadhaar card yet or have forgotten your Aadhaar number, you can still download your e-Aadhaar by entering the Aadhaar Enrolment Number (EID). Follow the given steps below for e-Aadhaar card download by enrolment number:

Visit www.uidai.gov.in
Click “Download Aadhaar” option
You will be redirected to https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
Enter your 14-digit enrolment ID number and 14-digit time and date values
Enter your full name, pin code, image captcha code
Click “Request OTP” to generate an OTP
Press “Confirm” and you will receive the OTP on your registered mobile number
Enter the OTP & click on the “Download Aadhaar” option.

Steps for Aadhar Card Download by Name and Date of Birth

In case you do not remember your Aadhaar number or EID, you can still download e-Aadhaar by entering your name and date of birth. Follow these steps for Aadhar card download:

Visit Aadhaar website https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid
Enter your full name and either your registered e-mail ID or mobile number and the security code
Click the “Send OTP” button
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number and click on the “Verify OTP” button
A message will appear on the screen informing the Aadhaar number is sent to your registered mobile number
On Getting your Aadhaar enrolment number on your mobile, visit the e-Aadhaar page on the official UIDAI website
Click “I have Aadhaar” option
Enter Aadhaar enrolment number, full name, pin code, image captcha
Click “Request OTP”
An OTP will be sent to your mobile number. Enter this OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download Aadhaar.

How to Download e-Aadhaar from DigiLocker Account

DigiLocker has collaborated with the UIDAI to make it available to the cardholders on linking the DigiLocker account with Aadhaar. DigiLocker is a cloud-based platform for the issuance, storage, sharing and verification of documents and certificates in digital form which enables the select registered organization to provide electronic or e-copies into ‘digital lockers’ allotted to citizens. Follow below mentioned steps to download Aadhaar from DigiLocker Account:

Login to your DigiLocker account https://digilocker.gov.in/
Click on “Sign In” button and enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number
Click on “Verify” to get “OTP”
Enter the OTP received on your mobile number
Click “Verify OTP”
“Issued Document” page appears. Download “e-Aadhaar” using the “Save” icon

How to Download Masked Aadhaar

Masked Aadhaar card is similar to a regular Aadhaar card. The only difference between the two variants is that your Aadhaar number is partially hidden and only last 4 digits of your Aadhaar number are visible. It is aimed at protecting your Aadhaar number from being disclosed to others. Your masked Aadhaar card is equally valid as your regular e-Aadhaar. Follow the steps mentioned below to download masked Aadhaar card:

Click on the link https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
Select Aadhaar, VID or Enrolment Number in the “Enter your personal details” section
Select “Masked Aadhaar” in the “Select your preference” section and enter other details such as your Aadhaar number, full name, pin code and the security code
Click on “Request OTP” to send OTP to the mobile number registered with UIDAI
Click on “I Agree” to give consent to UIDAI for authentication using your personal details
Click on “Confirm” to send OTP to your registered mobile number
Enter the OTP and click on “Download Aadhaar” to download the masked Aadhaar card

Get Aadhaar Card without Registered Mobile Number

Without the registered mobile number, you cannot get your Aadhaar online. You can follow the below-mentioned steps to get Aadhaar without mobile numbers.

Visit the nearest Aadhaar center with your Aadhaar number
Provide the required bio-metric details verification like thumb verification, retina scan, etc.
Also, carry other identity proof like a PAN and identity card
The person concerned at the center will give a print out of the Aadhaar. A normal paper form will charge Rs 50, while the PVC version will cost Rs 100.

Steps to Download e-Aadhaar through Umang App

For downloading Aadhaar through Umang applicants need to follow the simple process mentioned below:

Download and open the Umang App
Click “Aadhaar Card” under all services tab
Click “View Aadhaar Card From DigiLocker”
Log in with your DigiLocker Account or Aadhaar number
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number
Click “Verify OTP”
Now you can download your Aadhaar by clicking on the download icon

How to verify the Aadhaar card?

Aadhaar card verification is done to check whether an Aadhaar is valid or not. To verify Aadhaar, you have to do the following:

Visit the UIDAI website and click on “Verify Aadhaar Number”.
Enter the Aadhaar number you want to verify.
Enter the security code
If the Aadhar number is valid, then the age band, gender, state and last two digits of the registered mobile number of the holder can be seen on the screen.
In case the Aadhaar number is not valid, a message is displayed stating that the Aadhaar number does not exist.

Thus, the Aadhaar number is a unique identification number that enables each individual to have a proper identity proof acceptable everywhere in the country. The Aadhaar Card has many benefits that can be enjoyed by the people residing in India once they decide to enroll for the same. Though Aadhaar card registration is not compulsory, however, one can avail numerous benefits by obtaining an Aadhaar card. Most of the banking schemes and income tax related forms need Aadhaar details to be furnished.

The purpose of the Aadhaar card is to make it easier for the public to avail the subsidies of the government and have a number, which works as address proof and identity proof. The other reason that the Indian Government has voted for the formation of this was to assist the forces curbing illegal immigration to the nation. Aadhaar is not just a card, which can replace the requirement for the passports and licenses of drivers. It does not even recognize an individual as a family’s part nor can any person have more than one Aadhaar number.

The main aim to formulate the Aadhaar card has always been to make a universal and unique identity card for the citizens of India that would assist in negating the need for different documents to apply for several services, and to avail benefits under various government schemes such as Sarva Shiksha Abhiyaan and PAHAL DBTL.

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