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Updated for 2025-26

Simplifying Aadhaar Services for Everyone

A comprehensive guide to downloading e-Aadhaar, checking status, updating demographics, and ordering PVC cards. We direct you to the right official channels.

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My Aadhaar Dashboard Interface

Service Status

Online

Essential Aadhaar Services

Quick access to the most frequently used services on the UIDAI portal. Click any service to be redirected to the official page.

Locate Center

Find the nearest Enrollment Center for biometrics.

Check Status

Track your update request or PVC card delivery.

Download E-Aadhaar

Get your digital signed PDF copy instantly.

Order PVC Card

Durable, wallet-sized card for ₹50.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

How to Download e-Aadhaar?

The e-Aadhaar is a password-protected electronic copy of your Aadhaar. It is digitally signed by the competent Authority of UIDAI and is legally valid for all purposes.

1. Login to Portal

Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Enter your Aadhaar number and the Captcha code.

2. OTP Verification

Click 'Login with OTP'. Enter the 6-digit code sent to your registered mobile number.

3. Download & Open

Select 'Download Aadhaar'. Choose 'Masked' if desired. The PDF password is your name's first 4 letters (CAPS) + Birth Year.

Pro Tip: Use "Masked Aadhaar" when sharing with hotels or simple ID checks. It hides the first 8 digits for privacy.
Enter Aadhaar Number Interface
Input Aadhaar & Captcha
Masked Aadhaar Selection
Select Masked Option
Download Success Screen
Dashboard View

Update Documents & Address

Keep your demographic details current. While biometric updates require a center visit, address and document updates can be done online.

Document Update

Required if your Aadhaar was issued >10 years ago.

Upload Interface
  • Proof of Identity (POI)
  • Proof of Address (POA)

Address Change

Shifted to a new house? Update address online.

Valid Docs: Passport, Voter ID, Ration Card, Electricity Bill (not older than 3 months), Rent Agreement.

Check Update Status

Track request using URN (Update Request Number).

Status Check Enter URN
Help Center

Troubleshooting & Errors

Biometric Lock

If you cannot authenticate via fingerprint, your biometrics might be locked.

Fix: Login to MyAadhaar > Lock/Unlock Biometrics > Unlock.

OTP Not Received

Delays in network or server load.

Fix: Restart phone, check SMS signal, or wait 15 mins. Ensure mobile is recharged.

Lost EID/UID

Forgot Aadhaar number and lost the slip.

Fix: Use 'Retrieve EID/UID' service. Requires registered mobile.
Retrieve EID

Glossary of Terms

UID Unique Identification Number (12-Digit)
EID Enrollment ID (28-Digit from slip)
VID Virtual ID (16-Digit temporary)
URN Update Request Number
SRN Service Request Number (for PVC)
SSUP Self Service Update Portal
mAadhaar Official Mobile App
e-KYC Electronic Know Your Customer

Frequently Asked Questions

The password is a combination of the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL and your Year of Birth (YYYY).

Example:
Name: SURESH KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: SURE1990
  • Enrollment (First time): Free
  • Mandatory Biometric Update (Age 5 to 15): Free
  • Biometric Update (with/without Demographic): ₹100
  • Demographic Update only: ₹50
  • e-Aadhaar Download: Free
  • PVC Card Order: ₹50
No. Mobile number or Email ID updates require mandatory biometric authentication. You must visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment Center or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Use the 'Retrieve EID/UID' service on the portal. You will need your full name and the registered mobile number. The EID will be sent via SMS.