Master your Aadhaar card with our easy steps for download, update, and verification using official UIDAI online services.
Get StartedIn today's digital India, your Aadhaar card is more than just an ID. It is your key to many services. From opening a bank account to getting a new SIM card, you need it. The UIDAI, or Unique Identification Authority of India, is the organization that issues this important 12-digit number. This guide will help you understand everything about your Aadhaar. We will show you how to use UIDAI online services for download, update, and verification.
Think of your Aadhaar as your identity card for the whole country. The UIDAI made this system to give every resident a unique number. This makes it easy to prove who you are. Over time, your details like your address or mobile number might change. That is why it is important to keep your Aadhaar information current.
You do not always need a physical copy of your Aadhaar card. A digital version, called an e-Aadhaar, is just as valid. You can download it from the UIDAI official portal anytime.
Go to myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
On the main page, you will see this option. Click on it.
You will see two choices: "Aadhaar Number (UID)" or "Enrollment ID (EID)." Pick one and enter the required details. Type in your full name, PIN code, and the security code shown on the screen.
Click on "Send OTP." You will get a one-time password on your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP in the box.
After the OTP is checked, you will see a link to download your Aadhaar card in PDF format. Click "Download Aadhaar." To open the PDF, you will need a password. This password is the first four letters of your name in CAPITAL letters and your birth year (YYYY). For example, if your name is Rohan and you were born in 1990, the password is ROHA1990.
Your e-Aadhaar is a secure and legally valid document. You can use it anywhere an Aadhaar card is needed.
Life changes. You might move to a new city, get married, or change your mobile number. When this happens, you must update your Aadhaar information. The UIDAI Aadhaar update process is simple and can be done online for many types of changes.
You can easily update these details online:
For changes to your photo, fingerprints, or iris scan, you need to visit an Aadhaar center.
Go to the UIDAI official portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP.
On your dashboard, look for "Update Your Aadhaar" and click on "Update Demographics Data and Check Status."
The website will show the details currently on your Aadhaar. Click on the field you want to change, like "Address." Enter the new, correct information.
You will need to upload a scanned copy of a document that proves your change. For an address change, you can use a utility bill or bank statement. The website has a list of documents you can use.
After checking everything, submit your request. You will need to pay a small fee of ₹50 for the update. You can pay online.
After you submit, you will get an Update Request Number (URN). You can use this URN to check the status of your update request.
Your update request will be checked by UIDAI. Once it is approved, you can download your updated Aadhaar card.
For some updates, like biometrics (photo, fingerprints), or if you need help, you must visit a physical Aadhaar center. To save time, you can book an appointment online.
On the UIDAI official portal, use the "Locate an Enrollment Center" feature.
You will see an option to book an appointment at your chosen center. Select a date and time that works for you.
You will get a confirmation with your appointment details on your mobile and email.
Booking an appointment means you will spend less time waiting in line. It makes the process smooth and easy.
It is a good idea to check if your Aadhaar information is correct and active. The UIDAI official portal offers a free verification service.
You can verify your Aadhaar number by entering it on the website. You can also verify your email and mobile number that are linked to your Aadhaar.
The Aadhaar project is one of the biggest of its kind in the world. To understand its scale, consider this: according to a 2023 release by the Ministry of Electronics & IT, over 1.36 billion (136 crore) Aadhaar numbers have been generated. This shows how widely Aadhaar has been adopted across India. The UIDAI online services handle millions of transactions every month, from downloads and updates to verifications. This shows how much people trust and use these digital Aadhaar card services.
UIDAI will never ask for your OTP or password on a phone call. Do not share it with anyone.
Only use the myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in website for UIDAI online services. Do not trust other links sent via email or message.
The UIDAI official portal has a feature to "Lock" your Aadhaar number. When locked, no one can use it for authentication. You can unlock it when you need to use it. This is a great safety feature.
Managing your Aadhaar is now simple and puts you in control. The UIDAI has worked hard to make its online system easy for everyone to use. Whether you need to download a copy, update your address, or verify your details, you can do it from your home.
Remember to always use the official UIDAI official portal for all Aadhaar card services. This ensures your personal information stays safe and secure. Use this guide to manage your Aadhaar with confidence in 2025 and beyond.