| Office / Region | Helpline / Phone Number(s) | Toll-Free | Email ID | Location / State Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National UIDAI Customer Care | 1947 | ✅ | help@uidai.gov.in | All India |
| Headquarters (New Delhi) | 011-23478653 | – | help@uidai.gov.in | Central Office – New Delhi |
| Bengaluru Regional Office | 080-22340104, 080-22340310, 080-22340865 | – | – | Karnataka & Nearby States |
| Chandigarh Regional Office | 0172-2711947, 0172-2711717 | – | rochd@uidai.net.in | Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh |
| New Delhi (Pragati Maidan) Regional Office | 011-40851426 | – | help@uidai.gov.in | Delhi NCR & Adjoining States |
| Guwahati Regional Office | 0361-2221819 | – | roghy@uidai.net.in | Assam & Northeast States |
| Hyderabad Regional Office | 040-23739269 | – | help@uidai.net.in | Telangana, Andhra Pradesh |
| Lucknow Regional Office | 0522-2304978, 0522-2304979 | – | uidai.lucknow@uidai.net.in | Uttar Pradesh |
| Mumbai Regional Office | 022-22163492 | 1947 | help@uidai.gov.in | Maharashtra, Goa |
| Ranchi Regional Office | 9031002292 | 1947 | helpdesk-roranchi@uidai.net.in | Jharkhand |
| West Bengal State Office (Kolkata) | 033-22101060 | 1947 | helpdesk@uidai.net.in | West Bengal |
| Madhya Pradesh State Office (Bhopal) | 0755-2994732 | – | – | Madhya Pradesh |
| Bihar State Camp Office (Patna) | 0612-2545678 | 1947 | patna@uidai.net.in | Bihar |
| Odisha State Office (Bhubaneswar) | 0674-2914217 | 1947 | helpodisha-rohyd@uidai.net.in | Odisha |
| Gujarat State Office (Ahmedabad) | 079-29911701 | 1947 | help@uidai.gov.in | Gujarat |
| Kerala State Office (Thiruvananthapuram) | 0471-2990710 | – | helpdesk-sokl@uidai.net.in | Kerala |
✅ Main National Helpline (Available 24×7): 1947
📧 Primary Email Support: help@uidai.gov.in
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is a government body that works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It was formed under the Aadhaar Act, 2016 – officially called the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016. This law gives UIDAI the authority to manage and operate the Aadhaar system across India.
Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number given by UIDAI to every resident of India. The number is generated randomly and is not based on caste, religion, or income. Aadhaar acts as both:
This makes Aadhaar one of the most reliable ID documents in India.
The main purpose of UIDAI and Aadhaar is to give every Indian resident a single, trusted digital identity. With this, the government ensures that welfare schemes, subsidies, and services are delivered in a transparent, fair, and efficient way – reaching the right people without duplication or fraud.
Aadhaar is a unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), and it is primarily intended for residents of India. Below is a detailed explanation of the categories of people eligible to apply for Aadhaar:
Any individual residing in India is eligible to apply for an Aadhaar card. Key points:
Foreign nationals who reside in India for a significant duration are also eligible:
Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) or Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) are eligible only if they meet the residency requirement:
NRIs who live outside India are generally not eligible for Aadhaar unless they satisfy the residency condition:
Important: Aadhaar is linked with many government and financial services. However, for NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs who do not meet residency criteria, Aadhaar is not mandatory for services like mobile connections or bank accounts. The Department of Telecom (DoT) has issued exemptions for overseas Indians regarding Aadhaar linking with mobile connections.
The UIDAI MyAadhaar portal provides a wide range of online services such as Aadhaar download, document update, retrieving Aadhaar/EID number, verifying email or mobile, generating or retrieving VID, locking/unlocking Aadhaar, checking bank seeding status, and much more. To use these services, you first need to log in to your account.
Follow these steps to access your Aadhaar account online:
Once logged in, you will get access to your Aadhaar Dashboard, where you can:
Pro tips
Carrying an Aadhaar card is essential, whether in physical form or as a digital copy, since both are equally valid. UIDAI makes it convenient to download Aadhaar online through its official portal: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Below is a step-by-step guide on the different ways you can download your Aadhaar card.
You will then be given three options to download your Aadhaar:
PDF Password Rule:
The password is a combination of:
Example: If your name is ALICE and birth year is 1985, then the password will be ALIC1985.
You can either print this Aadhaar or use the digital version (e-Aadhaar), both of which have the same legal validity.
If you don’t have your Aadhaar number yet, you can use your Enrollment ID (EID) mentioned on the Aadhaar enrollment slip.
PDF Password Rule: Same as above (first 4 letters of your name in capital + year of birth).
Learn About What is EID in Detail here.
The Virtual ID (VID) is a 16-digit temporary number that you can generate anytime as an alternative to your Aadhaar number.
PDF Password Rule: Same as before (first 4 letters of your name in capital + year of birth).
Learn About What is VID in Detail here.
The Aadhaar Card, issued by the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India), is a vital identity document for residents of India. If you haven’t enrolled yet, here’s a detailed step-by-step process to apply for your Aadhaar Card.
To start, you need to visit an authorized Aadhaar Enrollment or Update Center.
Click here to locate an Aadhaar Enrollment Center.
Though Aadhaar enrollment is available through walk-in service, booking an appointment online helps avoid long waiting times.
Here’s how to book your slot:
Carry original documents for verification along with a photocopy. The commonly accepted documents include:
Check the complete list of valid documents here.
At the center, you will be asked to provide:
Carefully review all details before final submission to avoid errors.
After completing the enrollment, you’ll receive an Acknowledgment Slip containing a 14-digit Enrollment ID (EID).
This EID allows you to track your Aadhaar application status online.
Your Aadhaar Card is usually processed within 7 to 90 days. You can track it online:
Once approved, your Aadhaar will be sent to your registered postal address. Meanwhile, you can also download a digital copy (e-Aadhaar).
Password Rule for e-Aadhaar PDF:
First 4 letters of your name in CAPITALS + Year of Birth
Example: RAJU1990
Both physical Aadhaar and e-Aadhaar hold the same legal validity.
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) offers several Aadhaar-related services. While some of these are free, others require a small service charge. Below is a detailed overview of the charges and the list of documents you’ll need for Aadhaar enrollment or updates.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| New Aadhaar Enrollment | Free |
| Home Enrolment Services | ₹700 |
Note: If multiple residents living at the same address (as mentioned in their Aadhaar) request the service together, a service fee of ₹700 (including GST) will apply to the first resident, and ₹350 (including GST) will be charged for each additional resident at that same address.
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has revised the fee structure for Aadhaar enrolment and update services to make the process more sustainable and transparent. The new charges are being implemented in two stages, ensuring that residents continue to receive essential services free of cost while also allowing enrolment centres to maintain smooth operations.
The first phase of revised charges will be in force from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028, and the second phase will apply from October 1, 2028, to September 30, 2031.
While Aadhaar enrolment and mandatory biometric updates for children remain completely free, other services such as demographic and biometric updates now come with a small, uniform fee.
| Service | Fee (₹, incl. GST) | Payable By | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar enrolment for children aged 0–5 years | Free | – | Paid by UIDAI to registrar |
| Aadhaar enrolment for residents above 5 years | Free | – | UIDAI bears the cost |
| Mandatory biometric update (5–7 years and 15–17 years) | Free | – | Fully funded by UIDAI |
| Biometric update (7–15 years or above 17 years) | ₹125 | Resident | Charged for service update |
| Other biometric update (with or without demographic changes) | ₹125 | Resident | Payable at centre |
| Demographic update (name, address, DoB, etc.) | ₹75 | Resident | Applicable at enrolment centre |
| PoA/PoI document update at enrolment centre | ₹75 | Resident | For proof of identity or address changes |
| PoA/PoI document update through myAadhaar portal (SSUP) | ₹75 | Resident | Online service fee |
| Aadhaar search using eKYC or Find Aadhaar & printout (A4 sheet) | ₹40 | Resident | For colour Aadhaar print service |
| Service | Fee (₹, incl. GST) | Payable By | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar enrolment for children aged 0–5 years | Free | – | Cost covered by UIDAI |
| Aadhaar enrolment for residents above 5 years | Free | – | UIDAI funds service providers |
| Mandatory biometric update (5–7 years and 15–17 years) | Free | – | UIDAI-funded process |
| Biometric update (7–15 years or above 17 years) | ₹150 | Resident | Payable at Aadhaar Seva Kendra |
| Other biometric update (with or without demographic changes) | ₹150 | Resident | Same fee for both types of updates |
| Demographic update at enrolment centre | ₹90 | Resident | Small increase from previous phase |
| PoA/PoI document update at enrolment centre | ₹90 | Resident | Applicable for ID/address change |
| PoA/PoI document update via SSUP (myAadhaar) portal | ₹90 | Resident | For online Aadhaar correction |
| Aadhaar search and colour printout (A4 size) | ₹50 | Resident | Slightly revised from ₹40 |
UIDAI requires specific documents to ensure the accuracy and security of the Aadhaar system. The documents vary depending on the age group and category of the applicant.
Children below 5 years can get or update Aadhaar through two methods:
If a child does not have documents in their own name, the Head of Family can help by linking their Aadhaar for proof of relationship.
| Document | Proof of Relationship | Proof of Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | ✔ | ✔ |
| Indian Passport (for NRIs) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Legal Guardianship Document | ✔ | ✘ |
For children from orphanages or shelter homes:
| Document | Proof of Identity | Proof of Address |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate issued by Shelter Home/Orphanage | ✔ | ✔ |
UIDAI accepts documents under four categories – Proof of Identity (PoI), Proof of Address (PoA), Proof of Relationship (PoR), and Proof of Date of Birth (PoDoB).
Foreign citizens residing in India can also update Aadhaar details using the following:
| Document | Proof of Identity | Proof of Address |
|---|---|---|
| OCI Card + Foreign Passport | ✔ | ✘ |
| LTV (Long Term Visa) + Foreign Passport | ✔ | ✔ |
| Passport of Nepal/Bhutan Nationals | ✔ | ✘ |
| Visa + Foreign Passport | ✔ | ✘ |
| FRRO/FRO Registration Certificate | ✘ | ✔ |
