Aadhaar Card Download & Aadhaar Card Update

Get your Aadhaar Card download done quickly and easily with UIDAI’s official portal. Follow simple steps to download your Aadhar Card online hassle-free. Print your Aadhar Card anytime, anywhere.

What is an Aadhaar Card?

The Aadhar card, issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), serves as a multi-purpose identification document for Indian residents. While the physical card is commonly used, digitally accessing your Aadhar offers convenience and security. This guide provides a detailed explanation of downloading your Aadhar card in two ways: by Aadhar number and by enrolment number.

Understanding e-Aadhaar :

Before proceeding, it’s essential to understand the concept of e-Aadhar. It’s a digitally signed, password-protected electronic copy of your Aadhar card, legally valid as the physical card itself. Downloading e-Aadhar empowers you to carry your identity information electronically, eliminating the need to present the card everywhere physically.

Prerequisites for Downloading e-Aadhaar :

Registered Mobile Number: A valid mobile number registered with UIDAI is crucial to receive an OTP (Time Password) during the download process. Ensure your mobile number is linked to your Aadhar for a seamless experience.
Password: Create a strong password for your e-Aadhar to ensure its security. Remember, this password is distinct from your Aadhar number.

Downloading e-Aadhar by Aadhaar Number

Visit the UIDAI website: Access the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India - https://uidai.gov.in/en/
Select “Download Aadhaar “: Under the “Get Aadhar " section, click on the “Download Aadhar " option
Enter Aadhaar Number: Enter your 12-digit Aadhar number carefully in the designated field
Enter Full Name and Pincode: Provide your full name as registered with UIDAI and the pin code corresponding to your registered address
Receive OTP: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the received OTP within the specified time limit
Optionally use TOTP: If you have the mAadhar app installed on your smartphone, you can generate a Time-based One Time Password (TOTP) instead of receiving an OTP via SMS
Download e-Aadhar : Once the OTP is validated, click on “Download e-Aadhar "
Enter Password: Enter your pre-defined password to access and download the e-Aadhar

Downloading e-Aadhaar by Enrolment Number:

Visit the UIDAI website: Access the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India - https://uidai.gov.in/en/
Select “Download Aadhar “: Under the “Get Aadhar " section, click on the “Download Aadhar " option
Select “Enrollment ID”: Instead of entering your Aadhar number, choose the “Enrollment ID” option
Enter Enrollment Number: Provide your 28-digit Enrollment Identification Number (EID) carefully
Enter Full Name and Pincode: Enter your full name and the PIN code linked to your registered address
Receive OTP: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the received OTP within the specified time limit
Optionally use TOTP: Utilize the mAadhar app’s generation feature as an alternative to SMS OTP
Download e-Aadhar: Click “Download e-Aadhar " to download the electronic copy
Enter Password: Enter your pre-defined password to access and download the e-Aadhar

Downloading e-Aadhar through the mAadhaar App:

Download and install the mAadhar app from the official app stores (Google Play Store or Apple App Store).
Register on the app using your Aadhar number and OTP received on your registered mobile number.
Once registered, log in to the app using your Aadhar number or virtual ID.
Under the “Services” section, select “Download Aadhar .”
Choose the method for downloading (Aadhar number or EID) and follow the on-screen instructions.
Enter the required information and your mAadhar app PIN to download the e-Aadhar.

Additional methods:

DigiLocker: If you have a DigiLocker account, you can download your e-Aadhaar from there by logging in and using your Aadhaar number or mobile number for verification.
Umang App: Download and install the Umang App, then click on “My Aadhaar” and “Download Aadhaar.” Enter your Aadhaar details and OTP to download the e-Aadhaar.

Aadhaar Card update and download:

Visit the official UIDAI website: Go to the official UIDAI website at https://uidai.gov.in/.
Click on ‘Update Your Aadhar’ option: Look for the ‘Update Your Aadhar’ option on the UIDAI website. It is generally located under the ‘My Aadhar’ section.
Choose the type of update: Select the type of update you want to make, such as a name change, address update, etc. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.
Enter Aadhar details: Provide your 12-digit Aadhar number and the security code displayed on the screen. Alternatively, you can use VID (Virtual ID) or EID (Enrollment ID).
Request OTP (One-Time Password): Choose the option to receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. A six-digit OTP will be sent to your mobile.
Enter the OTP: Enter the OTP in the space provided on the website and click on ‘Verify OTP.’
Make necessary updates: Once OTP is verified, proceed to make the necessary updates. For example, if updating your address, enter the new address details.
Submit supporting documents: Depending on the type of update, you may need to upload scanned copies of supporting documents. Follow the instructions on the website for document submission.
Review and confirm: Review the entered information and ensure it is correct. Confirm the changes.
Download updated Aadhar: After the updates are processed, you can download the updated Aadhar. This can be done by visiting the ‘Download Aadhar’ section on the UIDAI website.
Enter the Aadhar Card password: Open the downloaded PDF using the provided password (first four letters of your name in CAPS followed by your birth year).
View and Print: View your updated e-Aadhar and, if needed, print a physical copy for your records.

FAQs

How to download Aadhar card?

Visit the official UIDAI website.
Click on Download Aadhar.
Enter your Aadhar number or VID, security code, and request an OTP.
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
Download the e-Aadhar PDF.
Open the file using the password (first four letters of your name in CAPS followed by your birth year).
View and print if needed.

How to download Aadhar card without OTP?

Visit the official UIDAI website.
Click on Download Aadhar.
Select VID or Enrollment ID.
Provide the required details.
Authenticate using the mAadhar app or TOTP.
Download the e-Aadhar PDF and open it using the standard Aadhar password format.