Download Your AADHAR Card

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What is an AADHAR Card?

                                                                                                         An Aadhaar card is a unique identification document issued by the Indian government to residents of India. It contains a 12-digit unique identification number called an Aadhaar number, which is linked to an individual's biometric and demographic data, including fingerprints, iris scans, and personal details like name, address, date of birth, and gender.

Aadhaar system is managed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), and it serves as a proof of identity and address for various government and private services. It has become a vital document for accessing welfare schemes, subsidies, bank accounts, SIM cards, and even filing taxes in India.

Aadhar sample image
Credit: UIDAI


Steps to download your AADHAR Card :

To download your Aadhaar card online, you can follow these steps:

1. Visit the Official UIDAI Website:

  • On the UIDAI homepage, under the “My Aadhaar” section, click on “Download Aadhaar” or visit the direct link for downloading Aadhaar.

      Download Aadhar Window
      Credit: UIDAI

      • You will be given three options to retrieve your Aadhaar:
        • Aadhaar Number (if you already have it)
        • Enrolment ID (EID) (if you are yet to receive your Aadhaar but have an enrolment slip)
        • Virtual ID (VID)

      Aadhar number entering window
      Credit: UIDAI

      • Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, 14-digit Enrolment ID, or 16-digit Virtual ID.
      • Input the security code (captcha) provided on the screen.
      • You’ll need to authenticate using a one-time password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number. Click on “Send OTP”.
      • Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number in the given field.
      • After entering the OTP and completing verification, you can download your e-Aadhaar in PDF format.
      • The e-Aadhaar PDF is password-protected. To open it, use an 8-character password. The password is the first four letters of your name (as in Aadhaar) in capital letters, followed by your birth year in YYYY format.

      For example:

      • Name: Rahul
      • Birth Year: 1990
      • Password: RAHU1990

      Password entering example winndow
      Credit: UIDAI

      After downloading, you can print your e-Aadhaar, and it will serve as a valid Aadhaar card for all purposes.

      2. Using the mAadhaar Mobile App:

      • Download the mAadhaar app from the Google Play Store (for Android) or the Apple App Store (for iOS).
      • Register your Aadhaar profile in the app by entering your Aadhaar number and verifying via OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
      • Once registered, you can download your Aadhaar card in PDF format through the app. It will be password-protected, similar to the method on the website.

      3. Aadhaar via DigiLocker:

      • Sign up or log in using your mobile number.
      • Link your Aadhaar number to your DigiLocker account.
      • Once linked, you can access your Aadhaar in your DigiLocker account under the Issued Documents section.

      4. Through UMANG App:

      • Register your mobile number on the app.
      • Go to the Aadhaar Services section.
      • Select ‘Download Aadhaar’, enter your Aadhaar number, and verify with an OTP.
      • Download the e-Aadhaar PDF directly from the app.

      5. Through Aadhaar Enrollment Centre (Offline):

      • Provide your Aadhaar number or Enrolment ID (EID).
      • You can request a reprint or retrieval of your Aadhaar card, but you may have to pay a small fee (around ₹50).

      5. By SMS (to Retrieve Your Aadhaar Number or EID):

      • If you’ve lost your Aadhaar or EID number, you can retrieve them via SMS before downloading Aadhaar:
      • Send an SMS to 1947 in the following format:
      • For Aadhaar number: GETAadhaar <14-digit EID>
      • For Enrolment ID: GETUID <12-digit Aadhaar number>
      • Once retrieved, you can follow the regular steps online to download your Aadhaar.

      These methods offer convenience, allowing you to access your Aadhaar securely and digitally, even without visiting a physical center.