Baby Steps To Identity – How To Enrol And Download Baal Aadhar

Since 2010, Aadhaar has become an integral part of our lives, serving as an identity card and a crucial tool for verification. To extend its reach, the government has introduced a new category for children under five years old, known as Baal Aadhaar or the Blue Aadhaar Card. Issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Baal Aadhaar is linked to the Aadhaar card of one of the parents.

Unlike a regular Aadhaar card, Baal Aadhaar does not require biometric data from the child. However, it includes essential details such as name, photograph, gender, date of birth, and the Aadhaar number of the parent or legal guardian.

Documents Required For Baal Aadhaar Application

Parents must submit the following documents while applying for a Baal Aadhaar card

Birth certificate of the child

Aadhaar card of the parent(s)

Address proof, which can include

• Parent's Aadhaar card
• Address certificate issued by an MLA, MP, or Gram Panchayat (for rural areas)

Baal Aadhaar Card Online Registration Process

Follow these steps to apply for a Baal Aadhaar card online:

Step 1- Visit the UIDAI Website and select your preferred language.

Step 2- Click on the 'My Aadhaar' tab and select 'Book an Appointment'.

• Choose 'Book an Appointment at a UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra'.
• Select your city and click 'Proceed to Book Appointment'.

Step 3- Enter your mobile number and captcha code, then click 'Get OTP'.

• Enter the OTP received on your phone.
• Select your preferred appointment date.

Step 4- On the appointment date, visit the Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

• The parent whose Aadhaar is linked must provide biometric details.
• Submit all required documents along with the application form.
• The Baal Aadhaar card will be sent via post to the registered address. You can also download it online through the UIDAI website.

Baal Aadhaar Card Offline Registration Process

To apply for Baal Aadhaar offline, follow these steps

• Visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre (find the nearest centre on the UIDAI website).
• Fill out the Baal Aadhaar application form at the centre.
• The parent whose Aadhaar will be linked must submit biometric data (fingerprints and iris scan).
• Submit the required documents along with the application form.
• Receive an acknowledgment slip with a registration ID to track the status.
• The Baal Aadhaar card will be delivered to your registered address within 60-90 days.

When To Update Baal Aadhar ?

Since Baal Aadhaar is issued without biometric data, parents must update it when the child turns 5.

Fee Charged To Upgrade Baal Aadhar

Between ages 5 to 7 and 15 to 17 - Biometric updates are free.

Other updates such as name, gender, DOB, address, phone, and email - Free if done with biometrics, otherwise Rs 50 is charged for separate process.

Biometric updates outside the specified age range - Rs 100 fee is charged.