You can manage your Aadhaar through the Official MyAadhaar Portal myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in, The Aadhaar Card is a 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). It is a document issued to every resident of India. One of the world’s largest biometric ID systems is Aadhaar. By the end of September 2025, 1.43 billion people used it to get the benefits & for identity.

In 2009, the Government of India established the Unique Identification Authority of India to issue identification cards under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

Aadhaar Online Services Of UIDAI Portal

Access all Aadhaar services online update your details, download your Aadhaar card, check Aadhaar Card status, and more.

What is an Aadhar Card?

The Aadhar Card is actually an ID card given by the Government. It contains:

• A 12-significant digital number called UID.
• Your biometric details, such as fingerprints & eye scan.
• To check card is real or not QR Code is present on the card.
• Personal information of an individual, like Name, Gender, Date of Birth, & Address.

Having an Aadhar Card is not compulsory, but it is helpful. People use it to get help from the government, like subsidies, open a bank account, & prove who they are. It’s not only an ID card also the foundation of India’s digital identity infrastructure.

Key Features of Aadhaar

1. Unique Identity: Every Aadhaar number is unique for an individual.
2. Voluntary but Essential:  While Aadhaar is not mandatory by law but it is required for several services.
3. Biometric Authentication: Aadhaar verifies your identity through the fingerprints, eye scan, & photograph.
4. Nationwide Validity: It is valid across India for identity & address proof.
5. Digital Format: Can be downloaded online as e-Aadhaar.

How to Apply for an Aadhaar Card?

Enrolling in Aadhar is a one-time process & free of cost completely. Follow these 7 steps for safe & quick application:

1. Search Enrollment Center: Visit the UIDAI website to find the nearest Aadhaar center.
2. Book an Appointment: Only a few centers allow you to book an online appointment.
3. Visit the Enrollment Center: Go to the enrollment center carry original documents with you to verify Indian residency.
4. Biometric & Demographic Data Capture: Provide name, address, phone number. They will take a photograph & scan your fingerprint or eyes.
5. Acknowledgment Slip: After performing the above steps, you will receive a slip with an EID (Enrollment ID).
6. Aadhaar Generation: After your verification verified your Aadhaar number will be generated within 2-3 weeks.
7. Download e-Aadhaar: Download e-Aadhaar from the UIDAI portal by using your EID or Aadhaar Number. 

Documents Required for Aadhaar Card

Below are the documents accepted & required:

• Proof of Identity (POI): Passport, PAN card, voter ID & driving license are required for identification. 
• Proof of Address (POA): Bank statement, electricity bill, ration card & rental agreement are also needed.
• Proof of Date of Birth: Birth certificate &  SSLC certificate.

My Aadhaar Login

The Aadhar login process through the MyAadhar Portal website lets you safely use card services. You need to enter your 12-digit number & OPT. The OPT is sent to your registered phone number. This login helps you to update your personal number, check the status & use other useful services from UIDAI.

Login Process MyAadhaar Portal

Follow these simple 6 steps for quick login:

• Go to the My Aadhaar Portal official website myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
• Click on the MY Aadhaar Page.

• Enter your 12-digit number of Aadharr Card or virtual ID (VID).
• Click on the OPT button & you will receive the OPT code on your registered mobile number.

• Type the numbers or letters you see on screen, and it is called CAPTCHA.
• Lastly, your login process is completed.

What Can You Do After Login

After login in, you can do these 3 following things:
1. If you apply for an Aadhar card, check whether it is ready.
2. Download your Aadhaar card on your phone.
3. In case you move or change your house & city, you can change your home address & update the city name.

Aadhaar Services Offered by UIDAI

UIDAI provides a wide range of services. You can easily apply for Aadhaar, make updates, download copies & analyze your details.
Here’s a step-by-step process for these services:

Download Aadhaar (e Aadhar)

• Go to the official website of UIDAI: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Under the My Aadhaar section, click on Download Aadhaar

• Enter your details, your 12-digit Aadhar number, 16-digit
• Enrollment ID (EID) & 28-digit Virtual ID (VID) correctly
• In case you have no Aadhaar, use EID or VID
• Security code (captcha) is shown on your screen

Enter OPT

• You will receive OPT on your registered mobile number
• Enter one-time password & proceed

PDF File Download

• Use the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL form with your birth year as a password.
• Your Aadhaar Card will be safely downloaded on your device.
• The downloaded file is password-protected. 

Note: If you do not remember your Aadhaar Card Number or have misplaced it. You may use the Retrieve EID/Aadhaar number option on the UIDAI website.

Check Enrolment or Update Status

After applying for a new Aadhaar card & if you want to make changes in existing details, it’s an important step to check the application status.

Steps to Check Status Online

• Visit the official UIDAI website: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
• Click on the Enrollment & Check Status section

Enter EID or URN

• Type your Enrollment ID Number & Update Request number
• Enter the captcha code carefully shown on the screen

• Click on the check status button.
• The portal will display the status on your mobile.

What You’ll See

• If your Aadhaar card is successfully created, the page will display that your Aadhaar number has been generated.
• In a situation of progress status will show Under process.

Check Enrolment or Update Status via Toll-Free Number (1947)

You can also check your status by calling UIDIA’s toll-free helpline. Call on helpline based on the following steps:

• Dial 1947 from your registered mobile number.
• Choose your language.
• Select the service you require.
• Enter your 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID) or Update Request Number (URN) when asked.
• Follow IVR instructions to hear your status.
• Before calling, make sure your number is registered with UIDIA.

Document Update

If any of your Aadhaar details, such as your name, address, gender & phone number, are incorrect or have changed, you can easily update them online.

• Visit the UIDIA portal through the official website https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Press the document update section.

Login Step

• Type your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
• You will receive OPT on your registered number.

Select “Update Aadhaar”

• Choose the specific information option you want to change, such as address, name, date of birth & gender.
• Ensure you have valid documents, Proof of Identity (PoI) & Proof of Address (PoA)..

Upload Documents

• Upload the scanned copy of the documents.
• Make sure documents are clear & valid as per guidelines.

Review and Submit

• Confirm all the details carefully.
• After submitting the request details, note down or save your Update Request Number URN  for future reference & tracking.

Track Status: To track the process of the request, use your URN on the portal.

Important Note: This service is free of cost until 14/06/2026.

How to Update Your Mobile Number in Aadhaar

• Go to the nearest Aadhaar enrollment center.
• Provide your Aadhaar number & the new mobile number you want to link.
• Complete the biometric verification process for identity confirmation.
• No documents & old mobile number are required for this process.
• The update service is.
• You’ll receive a confirmation message once your mobile number has been successfully updated in the Aadhaar database.

Retrieve EID or Aadhaar Number

If you’ve lost or forgotten your Enrollment ID & Aadhaar number, don’t worry about it. You can easily get it back through the UIDAI website.

Retrieve EID or Aadhaar Number Process

• Visit the official UIDAI website https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Go to the My Aadhaar tab, click on the Retrieve EID/ Aadhaar Number section.

Enter the personal details

• Your full name.
• Registered Mobile number & Email address.
• Choose whether you require to retrieve your Aadhaar Number (UID) or Enrolment ID (EID).

Verify Details

• Enter the Captcha Code displayed on the screen.
• Click on send “OPT”
• Enter the OPT Code received on your registered number or by mail.

Retrieve Your Number

• After verification is completed. Your Aadhaar Number or Enrolment ID will be sent to you via SMS or email. 

Verify Email/Mobile Number

If you’re doubtful whether your email address or mobile number is connect to your Aadhaar. You can easily verify it online through the UIDAI website.

Steps to Verify Your Email or Mobile Number

• Visit https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/.
• Click on the Verify Email/ Mobile option

Enter Aadhaar ID Details

• Type Aadhaar card number & registered mobile number or email.
• Type the captcha code.

• Get the OPT on mobile.
• Enter the OPT code & complete the process of verification.

Confirmation Message

• You’ll receive a confirmation message. If all the details are correct.

Generate Virtual ID (VID)

A virtual ID is a temporary 16-digit number that anyone can use instead of an Aadhaar number for online verification purposes or KYC Services. It helps to protect your privacy of the Aadhaar Number by allowing you to share your VID. 

Steps to Generate Your Virtual ID (VID)

• Visit the website https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Click on VID Generator

• Enter Adhaar Number with security code (captcha).
• Click on send OPT & received code on your phone device.

• Select Generate New ID or existing Retrieve VID.
• Your new virtual ID will be sent on registered your phone number via SMS.

Key Points to Remember

Remember the 4 points when you think about generating VID:

• 1. You can use a VID instead of an Aadhaar number for most verification services.
• 2. You can generate a new VID anytime.
• 3. When generating new old automatically becomes invalid.
• 4. VID helps to keep your Aadhaar number private & secure.

Order Aadhaar PVC Card

The PVC Aadhaar Card is a smart, durable card. Which is easily fits in your wallet  & looks like a handy version of Aadhaar.

Process to Order Aadhaar PVC Card

• Visit to the official website https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Click on the Order Aadhaar PVC Card

• Enter your Aadhaar number or Enrollment ID.
• Write Security Code Captcha & get the OPT.

• Type OPT Code & complete the verification.
• Review Aadhaar details displayed on your mobile screen.

Pay online

• Click on the payment button.
• Pay a minor fee of ₹50 (including GST and speed post charges) by using a debit/card card, UPI, or net banking system.
• Once the payment is successfully sent, you’ll receive an SRN to track delivery status.
• And your card will reach at your registered number.

How to Check the Progress of your PVC Aadhaar Card Request

After applying the PVC Card, you can easily check the printing or delivery status through the UAIDI Website. This step is helpful for cardholders to know whether their card has been dispatched or is still being processed.

• Visit https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Go to MY Aadhaar Tab, click on Check Aadhaar PVC Card Status.

• Enter your 28-digit number Service Request Number (SRN) that you received after payment.
• Type Chapta code & submit.

• The system will show the status of your PVC. Whether it’s under process, printed, or dispatched.
• After dispatch, you can track the delivery through the Indian post tracking link available on the same page.

Important Note: Don’t share SRN with anyone. Keep it safe until you receive the PVC Card.
Delivery usually takes 5 to 10 working days, depending on the location.

Find Enrolment Center

If you enroll for Aadhar, correct any information & update your details. You must visit the nearest enrolment center. Locate the closest Aadhaar Seva Kendra for Aadhaar enrolment or information updates.

Steps to Locate an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Center

• Visit the official website https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
• Click on the Locate Enrolment Center

• You can search in three ways.
• 1. By State: Select your state, district & locality.
• 2. By PIN Code: Enter your area PIN code.
• 3. By Centre Name: If you know the name of a specific center it directly.
• Click on the search & see the list of nearby centers with addresses, contact details & working hours.

An Overview of Aadhaar and UIDAI Services

Aadhaar

Aahaar is a 12-digit unique ID number given to people living in India. It includes both personal details ( name, gender, date of birth, addresses, mobile number & email) & biometric data ( like fingerprints, eyes scan & photo of face). With the combination of this information, create a unique identity for each person. Make sure no two people have similar Aadhaar number. 

It is optional, free of cost & easily accessible for every Indian person. Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) & foreigners who have been living in India for at least 182 days in the last 12 months.

Major Features of Aadhaar Card

• Unique Identity: Aadhaar uses biometric details to make sure no one gets more than one Aadhaar Number.
• e-Aadhaar: It is a digital version of the Aadhaar Card in PDF format. It’s password-protected or legally valid under the Aadhaar Act 2016.
• Masked Aadhaar: At the time of sharing, display only the last 4 digits like XXXX XXXX 1234. This thing keeps it safe sharing.
• Baal Aadhaar: A blue Aadhaar card for children below 5 years. It takes only a child’s photo, no biometric data & it links to the partner card.
• Aadhaar PVC Card: A plastic version of the Aadhaar Card is strong & easy to carry anywhere. You can order it online for only ₹50 & get it in hand within 5 working days.
• Virtual ID (VID): A 16-digit temporary number used instead of an Aadhaar number for more privacy.
• Not Proof of Citizenship: Aadhaar proves your only identity & address. It is not proof of your citizenship. This has been clearly said by UIDAI and the Supreme Court.

Applications

• Financial Inclusion: Aadhaar makes it easy to Know Your Customer (KYC) for buying mutual funds, opening a bank account & getting insurance.
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Government schemes like LPG subsidy, PM-KISAN & Ayushman Bharat send money or benefits directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. 
• Digital Services: Aadhaar works with systems like the Aadhaar-enabled Payment System (AePS), UPI & e-Governance platforms.
• Other Uses: It is also helpful in activating a mobile SIM card, for passport applications, & Verifying identity for schools, colleges, and exams.

UIDAI

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is the government body that manages the Aadhaar Program. It was officially set up under the Aadhaar Act, 2016. The Aadhaar project started earlier, on 12 July 2009.

UIDAI works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It is responsible for creating, updating, and managing Aadhaar for all residents of India.

UIDAI’s Main Responsibilities