Download/Print Aadhaar Card Online with Aadhaar Number

HOW TO DOWNLOAD AND PRINT AADHAAR CARD ONLINE

The Aadhaar project was initiated by the Government of India in January 2009, in an effort to capturing and categorizing the personal details of each and every resident Indian citizen, including the demographic and biometrics details, and linking it to a unique identification number. So, in simple words, Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique Identification number which is issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), that can be used as an identification and address proof, and can also be used to avail various Government welfare schemes by the holder.  

An Individual can enroll themselves for the Aadhaar card at a designated Aadhaar enrollment centres, banks or post offices, and once they have enrolled themselves, they should ideally receive their Aadhaar card within 60-90 days from the date of application.

However, if a resident has not received the physical copy of the Aadhaar card, or wishes to use the Aadhaar before the scheduled arrival date of the physical copy, they can download and print the Aadhaar card from the UIDAI website using their enrolment ID, virtual ID or Aadhaar number. It must be noted that the e-Aadhaar is treated at power with the physical Aadhaar letter and can be used as a legally valid id proof.

Once an individual has received their enrolment ID, Virtual ID or Aadhaar Number , the E-Aadhaar can be downloaded and printed through the following procedures :

1. Download Aadhaar Card by using Aadhaar Number

One of the easiest ways to download the Aadhaar card is to use the Aadhaar number over the UIDAI website through the following steps :

Step 1: Log on to the official UIDAI website : https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

Step 2 : Click on `Download Aadhaar`

Step 3: Select the “Aadhaar” option to download Aadhaar by Aadhaar number

Step 4: Select “Regular Aadhaar” and enter your Aadhaar number, full name and pin code of your address. Alternatively, you have the option of selecting the “Masked Aadhaar” option if you do not want to display all the digits of your Aadhaar on your card.

Step 5: Click “Request OTP” option to get the one time password on your registered mobile number

Step 6 :   Alternatively, you can use the TOTP feature to authenticate your request

Step 7: Click on “I Agree” to provide your personal details for authentication

Step 8: Click on “Confirm” to receive the OTP on your mobile number registered with UIDAI

Step 9 : Take the Quick Survey

Step 10: Enter the OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download the Aadhaar card from the website

2. Download Aadhaar Card by using Virtual Id (VID)

Downloading the Aadhaar card by using Virtual ID (VID) is the latest addition by UIDAI. This process is almost similar to the previous process. All you need to do is to opt for “VID” option instead of the “Aadhaar” option.

The following are the steps to download Aadhaar through VID :

Step 1: Log on to the official UIDAI website : https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

Step 2: Click on “Download Aadhaar”

Step 3: Select the VID option to download E-Aadhaar by Virtual ID

Step 4: Enter your virtual ID, full name, pin code and security code

Step 5: Now click “Send OTP” to generate OTP

Step 6: Alternatively, you can use the TOTP feature to authenticate your request

Step 7:Click on “Confirm” to receive the OTP on your mobile number registered with UIDAI
Step 8: Take the Quick Survey

Step 9: Enter the OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download the Aadhaar card from the website

Step 10: The e-Aadhaar will be downloaded to your system

Step 11: You can access it by entering the Aadhaar card password.

Step 12: Enter the 8 digit password to open the PDF file – first four letters of your name in CAPITALS and “Year of Birth”

3. Download Aadhaar Card by Using Enrolment Number (EID)

You can also download your Aadhaar Card using your Enrolment ID (EID), in case you have forgotten your Aadhaar number.

The following are the steps to download your e-Aadhaar card using your Enrolment id :

Step 1:  Log on to the official UIDAI website : https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

Step 2: Click on “Download Aadhaar”

Step 3: Select the Enrolment ID option to download E-Aadhaar by EID

Step 4: Enter your 14-digit  EID number and 14-digit time and date values

Step 5: Enter your full name, pin code, image captcha code

Step 6: Click “Request OTP” to generate an OTP

Step 7: Alternatively, you can use the TOTP feature to authenticate your request

Step 7: Press the “Confirm” button.

Step 8: You will receive the OTP on your registered mobile number

Step 9: Take the Quick Survey

Step 10: Enter the OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download the Aadhaar card from the website

4. Download Aadhaar Card by using Name, Date of Birth and Registered Mobile Number

If you do not have your Aadhaar number or EID with you, you can still download your Aadhaar card by using your Name and Date Of Birth (DoB) .

The following are the steps to download your Aadhaar Card by using your Name and DoB :

Step 1:  Log on to the official UIDAI website : https://resident.uidai.gov.in/find-uid-eid

Step 2: Enter your personal details like full name and either your registered e-mail ID or mobile number and the security code

Step 3: Click the “Send OTP” button

Step 4: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number or Email-ID and click on the “Verify OTP” button

Step 5: A Pop-Up is displayed showing that your Aadhaar enrolment number is sent on your registered mobile number

Step 6: After receiving the Aadhaar Enrolment number, visit the e-Aadhaar page on the official UIDAI website :  https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

Step 7: Select the “Aadhaar” option to download Aadhaar

Step 8: Enter Aadhaar enrolment number, full name, pin code, image captcha

Step 9: Click “Request OTP” button

Step 10: You will receive the OTP on your registered mobile number

Step 11: Take the Quick Survey

Step 12:  Enter the OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download the Aadhaar card from the website


 

5. Aadhaar Card without Registered Mobile Number

It is also possible to get a copy of your Aadhaar Card in the absence of your registered mobile number by visiting the Aadhaar enrollment centre. However, it is not possible to download your Aadhaar online if you do not have your registered mobile number.

The following are the steps to get your Aadhaar card without using your Registered mobile number :

Step 1: Visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment Centre with your Aadhaar number
Step 2: You are required to carry documents such as your identity card, address proof, date of birth proof.
Step 3: Once there, you will be asked to provide your biometric verification details such as fingerprint scanning, iris scanning and signature
Step 4: The concerned person from the Aadhaar Department at the centre will then provide you with a print out of your Aadhaar.

Normally, the paper form of the Aadhaar will cost you  Rs 50, whereas the PVC version will cost you Rs 100.


 

6. Download Masked Aadhaar through UIDAI website

The masked Aadhaar card is almost similar to a regular Aadhaar card, except, the Aadhaar number on the masked card is partially hidden, with only the last 4 digits of the Aadhaar visible. The main aim of the masked card is to protect the Aadhaar number from being disclosed and misused by anyone. However, there is absolutely no difference in the validity and legal binding of the regular Aadhaar card and the masked card, and is considered to be at power with each other.

The following are the steps to download a Masked Aadhaar Card :

Step 1: Log on to the official UIDAI website : https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

Step 2: Select either the “Aadhaar” or “VID” or “Enrolment ID” option in the “I Have” section

Step 3: Then select the “Masked Aadhaar” option in the “Select your preference” section

Step 4: Enter your personal details such as your Aadhaar number, full name, area pincode and the security code

Step 4: Click on “Request OTP” to receive an OTP to your mobile number registered with UIDAI

Step 5:  Alternatively, you could also use the TOTP feature to authenticate your request

Step 6: Click on “I Agree” to provide consent to UIDAI for authentication using your personal details

Step 7: Click on “Confirm” to receive an OTP to your mobile number registered with UIDAI

Step 8: Enter the OTP and click “Download Aadhaar” to download the Masked Aadhaar card from the website


 

7. Download e-Aadhaar Card by using DigiLocker Account

DigiLocker is an cloud-based application that has collaborated with UIDAI to help cardholders link their DigiLocker with their Aadhaar number. Therefore, DigiLocker is basically an electronic platform for the issuance, storage, sharing and verification of documents and certificates in digital form.

The following are the steps to download your Aadhaar card using your DigiLocker account :

Step 1: Login to your DigiLocker account https://digilocker.gov.in/

Step 2: Click on the “Sign In” button and enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number

Step 3: Click on ‘Verify’ to get an OTP

Step 4: Enter the OTP received on your mobile number

Step 5: Click on the ‘Verify OTP’ button

Step 6: Once the OTP has been verification has been completed, the ‘Issued Document’ page appears. You can the download your ‘e-Aadhaar’ by clicking on the ‘Save’ icon
 

8. Printing e-Aadhaar after Downloading from the UIDAI Website

Once you have downloaded your e-Aadhaar card online in the PDF form, you can print it by clicking on the file and entering the 8-digit password to open your e-Aadhaar letter, and then providing the normal print command. The password protecting your e-Aadhaar is comprised of 8 digits, i.e., the first four letters of your name and the year of your birth.

FAQs on e-Aadhaar Card

Q. Which app can be used to download e-Aadhaar?

A. The e-Aadhaar can be downloaded on your smartphone through the mAadhaar app, where a maximum of 3 users can be added at a time.

Q. How many ways are there to download e-Aadhaar?

A. The e-Aadhaar can be downloaded from the Official UIDAI website or by installing the mAadhaar app on your smartphone. It is always recommended not to use any third-party websites to download the e-Aadhaar.

Q. How do I download  my Aadhaar card if I have lost or am not using my registered mobile number, and my email address has not been updated by the Aadhaar center either?

A. In a situation where your registered number is not in use and neither has your email id been updated, the e-Aadhaar cannot be downloaded online as an OTP verification is mandatory, where the OTP is sent to your registered mobile number or email id. In such a situation, you are required to visit the Aadhaar enrollment centre with an acknowledgement number and then get your new details updated. Alternatively, you can also use your biometric details to obtain the Aadhaar Card/Number.

Q. I don’t remember my Aadhaar number. How can I download my Aadhaar using my mobile number?

A. You can retrieve your Aadhaar online at the UIDAI website. Once you enter your details, your Aadhaar number is sent to your registered mobile number.

Q. Can I download my Aadhaar online if my mobile number is not registered with UIDAI?

A. You cannot download your Aadhaar online if you do not have either your mobile number or email id registered with UIDAI, as an OTP is required tobe submitted online to retrieve your Aadhaar online, which will either be sent to your registered mobile number or email id. To retrieve your Aadhaar card/number you will be required to go to the Aadhaar enrollment  centre in person and request for the same.

Q. Can I use my Virtual ID to download Aadhaar?

A. Yes, you can use your virtual ID to download your e-Aadhaar card online using the UIDAI’s official website.

Q. I have updated my details in my Aadhaar. Will I have to download my Aadhaar again?

A. Yes, once you have updated your details in your Aadhaar you will have to download it once again as the details in your old Aadhaar will not match your current details. Once you download your Aadhaar again, your updated details will automatically reflect in your e-Aadhaar. You are also required to download the updated Aadhaar in your DigiLocker as well.

Q. Can I download a masked Aadhaar in DigiLocker?

A. The masked Aadhaar currently cannot be downloaded in any of the apps as of now. This service is currently available only at the official UIDAI website.

Q. I have lost my original Aadhaar. Can I download it and use it in Airports?

A. The e-Aadhaar is treated at power with the original Aadhaar letter and is considered to be a legally valid proof of identity. Therefore, you can download the e-Aadhaar from UIDAI’s official website,    print it and use it as a proof of identity at not just the airport, but anywhere throughout the country.