Aadhar Card Enrollment Centres in Ahmedabad

The Aadhaar Number is a unique 12 digit identification number that acts as a proof of identity which can be used anywhere across India. Due to its authenticity, the aadhaar card can be used as a proof of address as well. The government of India has made Aadhaar linking mandatory for securing benefits and services including bank accounts, mobile number, LPG subsidy, PAN card, DigiLocker, Mutual Funds, Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana and so on. In Ahmedabad, there are many Aadhaar card enrollment centres and the same can be located via UIDAI’s portal.

Please note: Due to COVID- 19 coronavirus crisis, only a few Aadhaar enrollment centres are active in all cities across the country.

Benefits of Enrolling for Aadhar Card

The Aadhar Card not only acts as official identification to a resident Indian but it also helps the government to keep a count on the population of the country.

It acts as a medium to carry on welfare activities with transparency ensuring that the benefits reach out to the intended set of people. A few of them are listed below:

LPG Subsidy

The PAHAL scheme introduced by the Central Government is a form of Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme which is aimed to secure the subsidy amount transferred to the individual’s account. The domestic LPG users in India are provided with a subsidy amount which will be directly credited to their respective bank account after the purchase of each cylinder from their respective gas distributors. To enjoy the benefits one should ensure that they link their bank account number with the Aadhar Card and gas connection to secure the benefit of the subsidy scheme.

DigiLocker

The DigiLocker is a form of digital locker introduced by the Government of India during 2015. This provides secure electronic storage space to the residents of the country to store their personal documents which range from PAN Card, Election Voters ID Card, Documents issued by the government, degrees from universities, URLs of e-documents issued by the government department. The DigiLocker comes in with a unique feature and provides the users with 1 GB storage space and this space is linked to the UIDAI number (aadhar card of the applicant).

Jan Dhan Yojana

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accepts only Aaadhar card or number as the necessary documentation to open a bank account. One can open this account using other documents as well. The benefits offered include RuPay card, life and accident insurance, free zero balance savings accounts and so on.

Pension Scheme

All the pensioners from selected states will have to register their aadhaar card number with their respective department in order to secure their monthly pension amount. The move was initiated to eliminate fraudulent incidents as beneficiaries requesting pension were found to be fake.

Passport

With the introduction of the Aadhaar card, one can get a passport done within a short span of 10 days. Having an Aadhar card is mandatory to procure a passport. As per the current procedure, the police verification process will be done at a later date as against the previous rule of requiring police verification which was a lengthy and time-consuming process.

Election Voter ID

As per the existing rules, the individual's election voter ID card will be linked to the UIDAI number. The move was made to eliminate bogus voters. Once the voter's ID is linked with Aadhaar number, it will be impossible for multiple voter ID card holder to make illegal use of voter card as the registration for voter ID requires the voter card holder to be physically present and produce the Aadhaar card to the polling booth officer for linking.

Pension Scheme

The pensioners in India from selected states will have to register their Aadhar card number to their respective department to receive their monthly pension amount. The move was introduced to avoid fraudulent incidents wherein the beneficiaries who requested for pension were found to be fake.

New Bank Account

The Aadhaar card issued by the UIDAI is now accepted by the banks as a valid proof to open a new bank account. The card can also be used as an address proof it the address present on the aadhar card and your address proof matches perfectly. Other than this, one can also use the card as an identification card as the aadhar is a mix of both the individuals demographic as well as biometric data.

Digital Life Certificate

The linking of digital life certificate with aadhar is another initiated by the Department of Electronics and IT and has named it as ‘Jeevan Praman for Pensioners’. This system will end the process wherein the pensioners have to physically present themselves at the Pension Disbursing Agency to avail the pension benefits. Instead, all the details of pensioners will be accessed by the agency digitally.

Provident Fund

As per the new rules, one should link their aadhar number with the provident fund as the provident fund amount will be given to the account holder who has registered their respective aadhar number with the Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO).

SEBI

The term SEBI stands for Securities and Exchange Board of India. The regulatory body has now accepted the aadhar card as a proof of address for investing in the stock market. Till recently, the SEBI had considered aadhaar card as an identity proof. SEBI mainly acts as a regulator for securities markets in India.

Procedure to add a Passenger with Aadhaar Number To Get Railway Ticket

One has to follow the below-mentioned procedure to add a passenger with aadhaar number to secure a railway ticket.

Step 1: Visit the official web portal of IRCTC
Step 2: Enter the credentials – User ID and Password
Step 3: Place the cursor on the ‘Profile Section’ and click on “Master List”
Step 4: Enter all the relevant details of the new passenger including the aadhaar number, date of birth, gender as it is mentioned on the Aadhaar Card.
Step 5: Proceed further and click on the ‘Submit’ option.

After the process is completed successfully, all the new passengers who have been added to the list will get reflected in the Master List with the Pending Status. After the verification process is done, the status will automatically change to ‘Verified’. One should note, that there is no need for OTP during this procedure for the purpose of verification.

Linking Aadhaar Number with Mobile Number

The linking of aadhaar with the mobile number has been made mandatory by the government of India and the same can be done at any of the Ahmedabad aadhaar card centres. This move is made to eliminate those phone connections which are issued on fake documents. The procedure involved in mobile re-verification with the aadhaar number is free of cost and can be done swiftly. There are two ways to re-verify mobile numbers with Aadhaar. The linking of aadhaar number with the mobile number can be done in both online and offline mode.

Procedure to link Aadhaar with Mobile Number via OTP

Step 1: Call 14546* from your mobile number
Step 2: Choose the option if you are an Indian or an NRI
Step 3: Give your consent to re-verify Aadhaar by entering 1
Step 4: Enter your 12 – digit unique Aadhaar number and confirm the same by pressing 1
Step 5: An OTP will be generated and will be sent to your registered mobile number
Step 6: Give your consent to your respective mobile operator to access your name, date of birth details and photo from UIDAI.
Step 7: The IVR reads out the last 4 digits of your registered mobile number
Step 8: If it is correct, then enter the OTP which will be sent to your mobile number to proceed further
Step 9: Press 1 to complete the process.

Procedure for Enrollment for Aadhar Card at Enrollment Centre in Ahmedabad

Step 1: Download the Aadhaar Enrollment Form from the official web portal of UIDAI and take a print out of the form. One can get this enrollment form from any of the authorized Aadhaar enrollment centres in Ahmedabad.
Step 2: Duly fill in all the details carefully in the form
Step 3: Visit the nearest enrollment centre or any of the authorized aadhaar enrollment centre in Ahmedabad along with all the required documents like identity proof, address proof and completely filled in the enrollment form.
Step 4: The authorities who are present in the aadhaar card centres in Ahmedabad will go through the application form and after initial scrutinizing you will have to provide your fingerprints and iris scan and get photographed at the enrollment centre.
Step 5: After submission of the form, other relevant documents and on successful completion of the aadhar enrollment process at the Ahmedabad aadhar card centres, you will be handed over an acknowledgement slip which will have a temporary enrollment number and other biometric details as captured at the centre.

Note: One should keep the acknowledgement slip safely which you will be handed over at the aadhar card enrollment centers in Ahmedabad as this will be required in future even if one has to print a duplicate Aadhar card via online. The UIDAI has set up multiple aadhar card centre in Ahmedabad to help the residents of India to enroll themselves for aadhar card. 

Is it mandatory to register their mobile number in Aadhar card?

Yes, It is mandatory to have a mobile number linked to your Aadhaar. The reason why you need to add your mobile number to Aadhaar is that all secure online authentication takes place via OTP which is sent to the number registered with your Aadhaar card. Visit any Aadhaar enrollment centre to add your mobile number with the Aadhaar card.

Some of the reasons mentioned below for registering your mobile number with an Aadhar card:

• To benefit from most of the services related to Aadhar card, an One time password(OTP) will be sent to the registered mobile number.
• This OTP is mandatory because it is made to provide an additional layer of security to benefit from the services linked to Aadhar.
• In case your mobile number is not linked to Aadhar, we cannot benefit from all these services. To benefit from all the online services linked to Aadhar, you must register your mobile number with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). You must provide the OTP sent to a respective mobile phone number to download the Aadhaar card via online mode. 
• You can download the mAadhaar app and carry Aadhaar in your phone only if your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar.

Is it possible to get a loan on Aadhaar card or UID ID:

While many people might think that a loan on Aadhaar means that one can borrow money using their Aadhaar card, similar to a loan on credit cards, this is certainly not true. In fact, at this time, it is not possible to obtain a loan using only your identity card issued by UIDAI. Thus, phrases like Aadhaar card loan or Personal Aadhaar card loan tend to be a bit misleading. No product of this type exists to date, although you can certainly use the UIDAI ID to benefit from a loan provided that you have submitted other supporting documents required by your potential borrower. So, while personal loan on Aadhaar is certainly not a financial product that currently exists, you must have this key document to benefit from some key financial services offered by the government.

The main objectives of the Aadhaar card are:

1. A unique identity for each Indian citizen.
2. Only one card can be used for proof of address, proof of identity and proof of age. Individuals will not have to carry various documents.
3. Various government services can be used by individuals without the help of intermediaries or brokers.

How to link Aadhaar with Ration card:

Rationing card is an official document which consists entire family details in one card issued by the state governments of India to every household that is authorized to purchase subsidized food grains from the public distribution system (under the National Food Security Law). They also serve as a form of identification common to many Indians. A recent addition from the government of India is the linking of Aadhaar with Ration Card is mandatory. As the ration card is the oldest proof of residence in the country, it is important to connect it to Aadhaar to rationalize the services received by the holder and to prevent cases of fraud. You can link your Aadhaar to your ration card from offline or online. The procedures for both are listed below.

Linking Aadhaar card with ration card through Online:

• Go to Aadhaar's official seeding website and click on Start now.
• Enter your full address, including district and state.
• Some options will be provided, In that select the type of service as Ration card
• Choose the name of the plan, which is a ration card.
• Kindly provide your ration card number, Aadhaar number, email address and mobile number.
• A One time password(OTP) will be sent to the mobile phone number you entered in the form.
• Type OTP, after which a notification on the screen will inform you that the request process has been successful.
• Your submission of the request will be processed, and after successful verification of the details which you provided, you will receive a notification informing you that your Aadhar card has been linked to your ration card.

Procedure for filing Aadhar-related complaints through an online method:

 Residents of India can file complaints and investigate Aadhar through the online method. The resident can verify and obtain information through the online method by following the steps below: 

Step 1: Go to the official UIDAI website.

Step 2:  Click on Complaints Redressal under "About UIDAI", then the resident must file a complaint by typing their 14-digit registration ID and the date and time in DD / MM / YYYY format and for  the hours, minutes and seconds in HH / MM/format SS.

Step 3: The resident must fill in their name, telephone number and email address under the tab in the personal details section. 

Step 4: Fill in the PIN code for your region and select the village/town/city where you live under the location tab. 

Step 5: Select the type of complaint you need to fill in the details of your complaint and your comments. 

Step 6: The last step is to enter your security code to submit. 

Step 7: Your complaint will be processed after your submission.

How to File Aadhaar Complaints through Phone:

Residents who wish to file an Aadhaar complaint by telephone can opt for a toll-free UIDAI number. These numbers can be used to make inquiries or file a complaint. 1947 is the Aadhar toll-free number launched by the UIDAI to make requests as well as to obtain detailed information on your Aadhaar card.

How do I file an Aadhaar complaint through Post:

Residents can also file complaints offline via the mail. One can go for all complaints, corrections or Aadhaar requests, updates or suggestions through a post with supporting documents to one of the following addresses:

 
1. Unique Identification Authority of India

Government of India (GoI),

 3rd Floor, Tower II, Jeevan Bharati Building,

 Connaught Circus,

 New Delhi – 110001.

2. UIDAI Regional Office, Delhi

Ground Floor,

 Pragati Maidan Metro Station,

 Pragati Maidan,

 New Delhi-110001

How to file Aadhaar related complaints through email:

Residents can also file a complaint via the email identifier provided by the UIDAI. The official email identifier provided by UIDAI is help@uidai.gov.in. 

Eligibility for the Aadhaar Card:

The eligibility criteria for an Aadhaar card are as follows:

All Indian citizens can apply for an Aadhaar card.NRIs (non-resident Indians) are allowed to apply with a valid passport in a short period.How to register for Aadhaar?
The Aadhaar application process can be carried out from any Aadhaar enrollment centre / authorized permanent enrollment centres. You can find an updated list of existing Aadhaar registration centres in Ahmedabad on our Goodreturns website.

To simplify the registration process, UIDAI has also authorized many post offices and bank branches to operate as permanent enrollment centres. Applicants can follow the 3 simple steps listed below to complete the registration process.

Step 1: Locate the nearest Aadhaar enrollment centre in Ahmedabad.
Step 2: Complete the application form and submit the required documents.
Step 3: Complete the biometrics and collect the acknowledgement.
In the case of applicants who do not have the required documents, the UIDAI has made arrangements for the following methods of registration:

Application-based on the head of the family (HoF): As part of this registration process, the head of the family (with a valid Aadhaar) can submit documents proving their relationship with the applicant. The candidate's registration will then be processed after successful verification of this information.
Introducer-based request: In cases where the applicant does not have proof of identity or valid address documents, an introducer appointed by a registrar can assist in the registration process. The introducer can be contacted via the Aadhaar enrollment centre.

What are the different services provided by UIDAI related to Aadhaar card:

To make the Aadhaar process more easily, UIDAI has made available various services related to Aadhaar processes and functionality. 

The services are listed and explained below:

1. Verify the Aadhaar number:

Applicants can check whether their Aadhaar card is active or has been deactivated as follows:

• Visit the UIDAI website 
• Click on the "My Aadhaar" tab.
• Click on the "Verify Aadhaar Number" tab and enter your Aadhaar number with the security code.
• The current status of your Aadhaar card will appear on the screen.

2.Verify the mobile phone number or email address registered with Aadhaar:

It is advisable to provide an email address and a mobile number when requesting an Aadhaar card at Aadhaar enrollment centre, as this facilitates obtaining updates on the services. As a requester, you can also remotely receive notifications about features or additional information related to your Aadhaar.

3.Get/Retrieve your Aadhaar number:

If you have lost or misplaced your Aadhaar card, UIDAI has simplified the recovery process. You can recover your Aadhaar, VID or EID card electronically through a registered mobile number from UIDAI website. It is important to note that retrieving Aadhaar information requires that you have a registered mobile number.

4.Checking the status of the Aadhaar linking:

To benefit from most government schemes and subsidies, applicants must link their Aadhaar card to their bank account for grant disbursement. You can check the current status of the linking process as shown below:

• On the UIDAI official website, go to the My Aadhaar tab and select the Aadhaar Services tab.
• Enter your Aadhaar / VID number and security code.
• An OTP will be generated and sent to your registered mobile number, and the current link status will be displayed on the screen.

5.Generate a virtual ID (VID):

To ensure data protection and safeguard the information provided within the framework of Aadhaar, the UIDAI launched the virtual ID(VID). This provides limited KYC (Know Your Customer) access to vendors/merchants seeking information on Aadhaar for various services.

6.Lock / unlock your biometric details:
Your Aadhaar card contains both demographic and biometric data, which is used to authenticate your identity when using various services. When you share your Aadhaar information with a vendor/ merchant for verification, there is a risk of misuse. To maintain the security of this data, the UIDAI allows holders of Aadhaar cards to lock access to their biometric information. This can be unlocked at the discretion of the cardholder.

How to check the Aadhaar card enrollment status by using Enrollment ID?

You can check Aadhaar's status online by visiting the online portal of the official Unique Identification Authority of India(UIDAI) website. There is no need to pay a fee to check the status of the Aadhaar card on the official UIDAI website. Follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Visit the official UIDAI website (https://uidai.gov.in).
Step 2: Move the cursor my Aadhaar option and click on the option Check Aadhaar status, this will open a new web page.
Step 3: Enter your Enrollment ID, date and time of registration which is mentioned on acknowledgement slip.
Step 4: Enter the security captcha code.
Step 5: Click on the Check Status button to continue.
Step 4: If your aadhar is generated, you will receive a message concerning it to download your e-aadhaar online or you can get it on your registered mobile number.
Step 5: If you want to download e-Aadhaar, click on Download aadhaar option.
Step 6: If you want your Aadhar on mobile, you can select the option Get Aadhaar on Mobile. Also, you can use the m-Aadhaar application in your smartphones which is available in the play store.

Linking Aadhaar to an LPG connection via IVRS:

Another option for connecting your Aadhaar card to LPG is the interactive voice response system (IVRS). The system is installed by each LPG company for the convenience of its customers.

Indane Gas customers: Customers of the Indane Gas connection can visit the official website at http://indane.co.in/sms_ivrs.php and find their district number before placing a call via IVRS mode, then follow the instructions followed by operators.

Bharat Gas Customers: To connect Aadhaar to the Bharat Gas LPG connection, customers must visit the official website at www.ebharatgas.com and call via IVRS to continue the linking process.

HP Gas customers: HP Gas customers must visit the official website at https://hindustanpetroleum.com/hp anytime to connect Aadhaar to HP gas connections. Customers can then call IVRS and follow the operator's instructions to complete the process.

By message: To link your Aadhaar to the GPL connection by message, individuals must first register their mobile number with their GPL connection distributor. And then send an SMS with the registered mobile number to benefit from the services.

How to verify your contact details using the UIDAI website:

The Aadhaar card is becoming more and more the most important proof of identity and given the fact that the government has made it compulsory to link your Aadhaar cards to the PAN card for the filing of tax returns, its importance is still increased. UIDAI has now provided an online tool to allow you to verify that the contact information provided in the Aadhaar card is correct.

To check if your contact number is correct on the Aadhaar card, you must go to the home page of the UIDAI website and choose the option Check e-mail address / mobile number under the Services tab Aadhaar. 

In the new tab, you need to enter details such as your Aadhaar number, your email address, your mobile number that you need to verify and security code. 

The UIDAI security captcha code is case-sensitive and users should keep in mind that the upper and lower case letters will be treated as different entities by the system.

How to update Aadhaar details through Aadhaar update service portal online:

UIDAI Aadhaar Update The aadhaar update process has been simplified by UIDAI to help people correct the information in the aadhaar card both through the online and offline version. Check the steps to update or correct the UIDAI Aadhaar.

The process of how to update the Aadhaar card online:

A person can change their name, gender, date of birth, mobile number, email identifier on the aadhaar card. Follow the steps below to update, modify or correct the information.
Step 1: Visit the UIDAI Aadhaar self-service update portal.
Step 2: If the proof of address is valid, click Update address or on Request for an address validation letter.
Step 3: This will open a new page, where you will need to enter the 12 digit aadhaar number.
Step 4: Enter the text verification code in the box and click send OTP or enter TOTP.
Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile phone number. In case you are not registered your mobile number with Aadhaar card, visit any nearest Aadhaar enrollment centre.
Step 6: Enter the OTP number and log in to your Aadhar account.

Step 7: You can also use the TOTP function to authenticate yourself.

Step 8: Continue, check the address option and click the Submit button.
Step 9: Enter the residential address as mentioned in the proof of address(POA)and click on the option "Submit an update request".
Step 10: If you wish to modify your residential address, click on the option "Modify" and continue
Step 11: Check the declaration and click on the "Continue" button.

Step 12: Select the type of document you wish to submit as proof of address for verification and download the scanned copy of proof of address and click the Submit button.
Step 13: Click the "Yes" button and continue and select the BPO service provider who will verify the details and click the Submit button.
Step 14: After that, the BPO service provider will inspect the details you have provided and if they match the proof of address, a request will be forwarded to UIDAI. Your updated request will be accepted and an acknowledgement will be provided to the user.

How to get the Aadhaar card without documents:

In Ahmedabad, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) set up Aadhaar enrollment centres in banks and post offices to provide various services to citizens across the country. Residents can find the address of the registration centres on the official UIDAI website.

Following the latest government decision, an Aadhaar card will be required to take advantage of the benefits of the Direct Benefits Transfer (DBT) scheme, Jan Dhan Yojana, Digital Locker, Monthly pension, etc.

The main objective of the UIDAI is to enable the residents of India by giving them a unique identity and by creating a digital platform to authenticate it. The government has made efforts to make the Aadhaar application process simple and easy.

When a resident decides to apply for an Aadhaar card, he/she is required to provide certain documents such as proof of identity, proof of address and document of proof of age. UIDAI has implemented a new process to help people who do not have documents obtain an Aadhaar card.

Residents who do not have the required documents such as proof of identity or proof of address to request an Aadhaar card can register with the help of a pre-designated introducer.

Procedure to use the Aadhaar card with the help of the introducer without documentation:

According to the UIDAI Aadhaar registration form, there are two other ways to request an Aadhaar card if a person does not have their own POI supporting documents. / POA with the help of the introducer or Head of the family (HoF).

 Application for an Aadhaar card through an introducer:

An introducer is an authorized person, identified and notified by the registrar or the regional offices. An introducer is authorized to present a resident who does not have the necessary documents. The introducer must give written consent in the prescribed format that he is willing to be an introducer and will follow the procedure established by the UIDAI. The introducer must already have an Aadhaar number and must be present in person at the Aadhaar enrollment centre for registrations based on the introduction.According to the circular published by UIDAI this week, the introducer should issue the details in a standard certificate, namely "Aadhaar Registration / Update Certificate" to the individual.

The online process of linking Aadhar with LIC:

Linking Aadhar with LIC is done online is a simple and practical method because it requires less paperwork and only 5 to 10 minutes to complete the whole process. Applicants should simply wear their Aadhar and PAN details with the policy details along with the updated mobile phone number for the OTP verification process. Scroll down and go to the step-by-step tutorial on how to link Aadhar to LIC.

1. Go to the official LIC website and click on Aadhar Link and PAN to the policy on the home page.
2. Read the instructions carefully and click on continue to start the application process.

3. Enter your personal and mandatory information as well as the updated policy number and mobile phone number.

4. After entering all the details, carefully read the disclaimer and accept it by clicking on the box provided.

5. Now read the Captcha code carefully, enter the same code in the given box and click on get OTP.
6. Now a successful registration link page will appear with the details provided by you.
7. You will get an OTP on your registered mobile phone number, check all the information you have provided and enter the OTP in the box provided after clicking submit to continue.
8. Now you will be redirected to a new page where you will see a success message indicating that your Aadhar details have been received for a link to your following LIC policies.

9.At the same time, a confirmation message will be sent to your registered mobile phone number and your messaging ID. After a successful verification, your Aadhar and PAN number will be linked to your LIC policy.

How can senior citizens / physically disabled person verify their Aadhaar number with their Jio number?

The government has made the audit process easier for senior citizens and physically disabled more than others. Therefore, if the elderly person does not have their mobile number registered with Aadhaar, the verification process can be carried out as shown below. Check the steps below and link your mobile number to Aadhar as soon as possible.

•  Visit the JIO official website
•  Enter your mobile number
• You will receive an OTP (One Time Password) on your entered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP received in the appropriate field.
• After that, download the necessary documents and update the information.
• Finally, give the transaction ID to another person with an Aadhaar number which is registered with the given mobile number. This person will later verify the elderly / physically disabled applicant.

How to update Aadhaar details without documents:

The Indian government makes it simple and easier for Aadhaar users to update details and other information by allowing them to do so without any additional documents.

Users can now update photographs, biometrics, gender, cell phone number and email address without any documents. The UIDAI(Unique Identification Authority of India) was announced through Aadhaar's official Twitter account and as No document required for updating a photo, biometrics, gender, cell phone number and phone number, email id in your Aadhaar. Just take your Aadhaar and visit any nearby Aadhaar enrollment centre.

To update details in Aadhaar, users can simply make an appointment at any nearest Aadhaar enrollment centre with their Aadhaar card to update photographs, biometric information, phone number and more.

However, it is still important to note that in order to change other details such as an address, name, etc., users will need to submit a valid document for proof of Identity and Proof of Address. 

How to update Aadhaar details without documents:

The Indian government makes it simple and easier for Aadhaar users to update details and other information by allowing them to do so without any additional documents.

Users can now update photographs, biometrics, gender, cell phone number and email address without any documents. The UIDAI(Unique Identification Authority of India) was announced through Aadhaar's official Twitter account and as No document required for updating a photo, biometrics, gender, cell phone number and phone number, email id in your Aadhaar. Just take your Aadhaar and visit any nearby Aadhaar enrollment centre.

To update details in Aadhaar, users can simply make an appointment at any nearest Aadhaar enrollment centre with their Aadhaar card to update photographs, biometric information, phone number and more.

However, it is still important to note that in order to change other details such as an address, name, etc., users will need to submit a valid document for proof of Identity and Proof of Address.

There are many Aadhaar enrollment centres across the country. You can easily find those near you by following these steps:
Step 1: On the UIDAI website, you can search for registration and update centres by clicking on the Search Enrollment centre option.

Step 2: The Search Enrollment Center web page has a Search Criteria section, which provides you with three options to search for Aadhaar enrollment centres. 

 
These search options are:

1. Search Enrollment Center based on State:

Using this option, users can search for nearby Aadhaar card enrollment centres based on their locality. 

To continue the search, do the following process:

• You need to select the State, District, Sub-District (if applicable) and VTC (Village/Town/City) from their respective drop-down lists.
• Check the box Only permanent centres. This is optional
• Enter the verification code.
• Click the "Search" button to get the results.
• Search results will include details such as registrar name, agency name, centre address, contact person and mobile phone number.

2. Search by PIN code:

Users also have the option to search for the nearby Aadhaar enrollment centre based on their locality PIN. To start your search by PIN code, proceed as follows:

• Enter the PIN code for your region in the space provided.
• Enter the verification code ".
• Click the "Search" button to get results.
• The search results will display a list of all enrollment centres that fall under the specified PIN.

3. Search using the search field:

If users are not able to search Enrollment centre based on their address or PIN, they can always search for nearby Aadhaar enrollment centres using the Search box option. To start your search using the search box, do the following process:

• In the search box, enter the name of the locality, city, or any other detail you can remember about your location.
• Enter the verification code.
• Click the Search button to get the results.
• The search results will display the details according to the search word.
• Once you locate the Aadhaar Enrollment Center near you, visit the location with all the required documents for identity and address verification.

Steps to update the mobile number with the Aadhaar card:

Step 1: Access the official website of UIDAI(Unique Identification Authority of India).

Step 2: Select connect through a mobile phone number in the connection by option and enter your mobile number and security captcha code. Once you have entered and verified the details, click on Send OTP option.

Step 3: Next, enter the OTP(One Time Password) received in the right box and click on Submit OTP and process. Always keep checking your mobile handy to receive the OTP and successfully enter the OTP.

Step 4: The next screen will show you the Aadhaar services. New registration and update of Aadhaar. Click on the Aadhaar update.

Step 5: The next screen will show you different fields to fill up such as name, Aadhaar number, type of resident and what you want to update, etc.

Step 6: Since you want to associate your mobile number with Aadhaar, fill in all the required fields and select Mobile number in that select What do you want to update section and click continue.

Step 7: The next dialogue box will ask for your mobile number and a captcha code. Fill in all the fields and click on Send OTP. Enter and verify the OTP received and click on Save and continue.

Step 8: Check all the details whether you are entered correct details or not and finally click on Submit.

Step 9: In the final step, a success message will display on the screen with your appointment ID.

What are the list of Documents that UIDAI accept as POI and POA for Aadhaar update:

To apply for Aadhaar, you must go to the Aadhaar Enrollment Center of your choice with valid documents of proof of identity(POI), proof of address and date of birth. Remember to bring your original documents with photocopies to submit with a completed registration form. The registration form is available at the centre.

You can locate your nearest registration centre on the UIDAI website or click here to locate the nearest registration centre.

You can locate the nearest enrollment centre using one of these three options: State, Zip Code (PIN), and Search Field.

Remember that applying for the Aadhaar card is free. In addition, any correction within 96 hours of registration is free. However, any update or change to your Aadhaar card details will cost you.

Here is the list of 18 documents each of which can be submitted as proof of identity (PoI):

1. Passport
2. PAN card
3. Ration/PDS photo card
4. Voter ID card
5. Driver's license
6. Government Photo ID Cards/Service Photo ID Card issued by PSU
7. NREGS work card
8. Photo ID issued by any recognized educational institution.
9. Weapons license.
10. Photo bank ATM card.
11. Credit card with photo
12. Retiree photo card
13. Freedom Fighter Photo Card
14. Kissan photo booklet
15. CGHS/ECHS photo card
16. Address card bearing name and photo issued by the Post Office
17. Certificate of identity on headed paper issued by an agent of the Gazette or Tehsildar
18. Disability identity card / medical certificate for disability issued by the

Here are 35 documents, each of which can serve as proof of address (PoA):

1. Passport
2. Bank statement/passbook
3. Account statement / postal book
4. Ration card
5. Identification of the voter
6. Driver's license
7. Government Photo ID Cards / Service Photo ID issued by PSU
8. Electricity bill (no more than 3 months)
9. Water bill (no more than 3 months)
10. Fixed telephone bill (no more than 3 months)
11. Property tax receipt (no more than one year)
12. Credit card statement (no more than 3 months)
13. Insurance policy
14. Letter signed with a photo of the bank on letterhead
15. Letter signed with photo issued by a company registered on letterhead
16. Letter signed with photo issued by recognized educational institutions on headed paper
17. NREGS work card
18. Weapons license
19. Retiree card
20. Freedom fighter card
21. Kissan booklet
22. CGHS / ECHS card
23. Certificate of address with photo issued by a deputy or deputy or an officer of the official journal or Tehsildar on letterhead
24. Address certificate issued by the village chief Panchayat or his equivalent authority (for rural areas)
25. Income tax assessment order
26. Vehicle registration certificate
27. Sales / rental / rental contract registered
28. Address card with photo issued by the Postal Department
29. Certificate of caste and domicile with photo issued by the state government.
30. Disability Identity Card / Disability Medical Certificate issued by respective state governments/administrations / UT
31. Gas connection invoice (no more than 3 months)
32. Spouse's passport
33. Parents' passport (in case of a minor)
34. Housing allocation letter issued by central / state government not older than 3 years
35. Marriage certificate issued by the government including the address

Here is a list of nine documents. Each of these can serve as proof of date of birth (DoB):

1. Birth certificate
2. SSLC book/certificate
3. Passport
4. Certificate of date of birth issued by an official of Group A on letterhead
5. PAN card
6. Scorecard issued by any government council or university
7. Government photo ID/photo ID issued by PSU containing DoB
8. Pensions payment order at central / state level
9. Photocard from the central government health services scheme or photo card from the contributory scheme for ex-servicemen

If you don't have proof of identity and proof of address, you can still apply for an Aadhaar card through an introducer or the head of the household.

 

 What is VID?

 The Virtual Identification Number (VID) is a temporary, revocable 16-digit random number mapped to the Aadhaar number. The UIDAI, in a statement released in January, said its Aadhaar number cannot be derived from the generated VID. The virtual ID can be used for authentication purposes in the same way as the Aadhaar number is used. Currently, the VID can be generated on the UIDAI resident portal. According to the UIDAI statement, various entities will have to migrate to the new system where they can accept the VID for authentication.

Since this is a digital ID, Aadhaar holders can regenerate it multiple times, making it safer than providing your actual Aadhaar number. Currently, the VID is valid for at least one day, which means that an Aadhaar holder would be able to regenerate a new VID one day after generating the first one. In addition, there is no expiration period set for the VID yet and it will be valid until you generate a new one. This particular feature, on the UIDAI website, is only accessible if your mobile phone number is registered in the UIDAI database. Indeed, all online services related to Aadhaar are activated by a one-time password (OTP) and for this, registering your mobile number with UIDAI is a must.

 Where you still need Aadhaar and where VID might come in handy. Although the Supreme Court has extended the deadline for binding Aadhaar to bank accounts, various other financial services and cell phones indefinitely until the judgment on the pending petitions before it is spoken, you still need it for the following services: -

•  Opening a new bank account 
• Use government grants
•  Apply for a Tatkal passport 
• Buy new insurance policies

So if you open a new bank account or take out an insurance policy, instead of giving your Aadhaar number, you can provide your 16 digits VID.

Here is a step-by-step guide to generating Aadhaar Virtual ID on UIDAI Resident Portal:

1. Access the VID generator on the UIDAI home page, under Aadhaar Services.

2. Enter your Aadhaar number, your security code, ie the captcha, and click on Send OTP. Later, You will receive the One Time Password on your registered mobile number which is linked with Aadhaar card.

3. Under the field to enter the OTP, you will have the option to generate a new VID or retrieve the one you have already generated. Upon submission, you will receive the VID on your mobile number.

How to download Aadhar card through name and DOB (date of birth):

If you do not have your Aadhar number or Enrollment ID (EID) with you, you can still get your e-Aadhar card by visiting the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) official website in using your personal information such as name and date of birth(DOB).

You will need to follow the steps mentioned below to download your Aadhar card.

• Visit the (UIDAI)Unique Identification Authority of India official web portal.
• In the home page, click on the My Aadhar option on the top menu.
• Under the My Aadhar option, go to the Aadhar Services submenu and click on Retrieve lost or forgotten EID / UID.

Steps to download duplicate Aadhar card through name and date of birth:

If you don't remember your Aadhaar number or EID, you can still download e-Aadhaar by entering your name and date of birth. Follow these steps to download the Aadhar map:

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI official website.
Step 2: Enter your full name and email id or registered cell phone number and security code.
Step 3: Click on the Send OTP button.
Step 4: Enter the OTP(One Time Password) received on your registered mobile number and click on the Check OTP button.
Step 5: A message will appear on the screen informing that the Aadhaar number is being sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 6: By getting your Aadhaar registration number on your mobile, visit the e-Aadhaar page on the official UIDAI website.
Step 7: Choose I have Aadhaar option in that.
Step 8: Enter Aadhaar registration number, full name, pin code, image captcha code.
Step 9: Click on Request OTP
Step 10: The One Time Password(OTP) will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP and click on download Aadhaar.

How to link Aadhar to ICICI bank account through iMobile app?

With the world being intelligently transformed with the introduction of smartphones, all services are possible through smartphones.

So now you can easily link your Aadhar card with your ICICI bank accounts using your smartphone by iMobile app.
ICICI Bank has provided a mobile application to access your bank accounts through which you can also link your Aadhar.
Follow the steps below to easily link your Aadharcard in iMobile application:

Step 1: Download the iMobile application from Playstore or Appstore on your smartphones.
Step 2: You must log in using the PIN code or the Netbanking credentials user ID and password.
Step 3: In the smart keys and services menu, choose Instabanking services.
Step 4: Choose update Aadhar option.
Step 5: Enter your 12 digit Aadhar number.
Step 6: Submit it and after verification, your Aadhar will be linked to your bank account which is maintained with ICICI bank.

How to link Aadhar card with your ICICI bank account through ATM?

ICICI Bank has implemented an option for the convenience of its customers to easily link their Aadhar to bank accounts through an ATM. You will need to keep your Aadhar contact details and your debit card handy when linking. Follow the steps below to link your Aadhar to your ICICI bank account.

Step 1: Visit the nearest ATM centres.
Step 2: Swipe your debit card and enter your PIN code.
Step 3: Choose More Services option and select Update Aadhar.
Step 4: Enter your Aadhar number twice and click on submit.
Step 5: After verification, your Aadhar will be saved to your ICICI bank account.

How to link Aadhar to ICICI bank account via offline mode?

ICICI Bank has its branches at many locations in cities and is easily accessible. Bank executives would guide you through all banking services. You need to take your bank details and Aadhar along with a copy of Aadhar to link it to your bank account when you visit the bank. Follow the steps below to easily link your Aadhar to your bank account.

Step 1: Visit any nearest ICICI bank branch.
Step 2: Collect the Stay Connected form from the helpdesk managers.
Step 3: Enter your name, customer ID and account number.
Step 4: In option E where you will be asked for your Aadhar details.
Step 5: Fill in your Aadhar number duly.
Step 6: Submit the form with your attested Aadhar copy.
Steps 7: Officers can request your original Aadhar card for verification.
Step 8: Within 7 working days, your Aadhar will be linked to your bank account after verification.