What is e Aadhar number?
e-Aadhaar is a password protected electronic copy of Aadhaar, which is digitally signed by the competent Authority of UIDAI and can be downloaded from the official website or mobile Application of the UIDAI.
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What is my Aadhar ID number?
Aadhaar number is a 12-digit random number issued by the UIDAI (“Authority”) to the residents of India after satisfying the verification process laid down by the Authority. Any individual, irrespective of age and gender, who is a resident of India, may voluntarily enrol to obtain Aadhaar number.
Downloaded Aadhaar (e-Aadhaar) is, therefore, as legally valid proof of identity under Section 4(3) of the Aadhaar Act, 2016 read together with Regulation 15 (1) of the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016, as printed version of Aadhaar Letter.
Is aadhar and e aadhar same?
E-Aadhaar is digitally signed by the competent Authority of UIDAI, is a password protected electronic copy of Aadhaar. Whereas AAdhaar card is a physical copy which also issued by the UIDAI to the residents of India after satisfying the verification process laid down by the Authority.22-Oct-2021
Resident can easily download eAadhaar/masked eAadhaar from UIDAI's official website using registered mobile number. The masked eAadhaar displays only last 4 digits of Aadhaar number. eAadhaar is generated automatically with every Aadhaar enrolment or update and it can be downloaded free of cost.
How can I get Aadhaar number by SMS?
through SMS. Resident can avail Aadhaar Service by sending SMS from Registered Mobile to 1947. Resident can perform VID Generation/Retrieval, Lock/Unlock Aadhaar Number etc. by sending an SMS in the given format to 1947 from their registered mobile number.
Click on the download Aadhaar option under the 'My Aadhaar' tab.
What is 16 digits Aadhaar virtual ID?
VID is a temporary, revocable 16-digit random number mapped with the Aadhaar number. VID can be used in lieu of Aadhaar number whenever authentication or e-KYC services are performed. Authentication may be performed using VID in a manner similar to using Aadhaar number.
The Adhaar number is a unique number. For security reasons you need to provide only the last four numbers of the Adhaar number. Please check your card, the Adhaar number is given just above the VID number.15-May-2021
Can e aadhar be printed?
You can either carry an e-Aadhar card or you can carry a print of the Aadhar card. Both are perfectly valid. An e-card can be downloaded on to your mobile through an authorized app of UIDAI. Alternatively, you can take a print of the Aadhar as a proof.
“The Aadhaar card or the downloaded Aadhaar card printed on ordinary paper is perfectly valid for all uses. If a person has a paper Aadhaar printout, there is absolutely no need to get his/her Aadhaar card laminated or obtain a plastic Aadhaar card or so-called smart Aadhaar card by paying money.30-Jan-2017
What does e Aadhaar look like?
An e-Aadhaar card has 12 digits on it and these numbers are used as a representation of the identity of the person holding the card. It is a number that is generated after the government verifies an Indian resident's biometric and demographic information.
By Using Enrollment Number Aadhaar card holders can download e-Aadhaar using 28 digit enrolment number along with Full Name and Pin code. In this download process OTP is received on registered mobile no. Resident can also use TOTP to download e-Aadhaar instead of OTP.22-Oct-2021
Is e-Aadhaar equally valid like physical?
The e-Aadhaar version is equally valid as the physical Aadhaar copy for all purposes, as per the Aadhaar Act.23-Apr-2019
If you want to use your Aadhaar card as proof of identity or address, but have misplaced it or have simply forgotten to carry it, you can use e-Aadhaar instead.17-Apr-2018
Is e Aadhaar valid for bank account?
Absolutely not. When you give Aadhaar number to your banks, mutual fund companies, mobile phone companies, they only send Aadhaar number, your biometrics (given at the time authentication) and your name etc. to UIDAI for verification for your identity. They do not send your bank account details to UIDAI.
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How can I get Aadhaar number by phone?
You can request your Aadhaar number through SMS sending from registered mobile number. Send an SMS to 51969 with the following text: "UID GETUID <14 digit enrollment number>" (SMS to 51969). Note: If you are prompted to enter 28 digit Enrollment ID (EID), send SMS "UID STATUS <14 digit enrollment ID + ddmmyyyyhhmmss>".Download Aadhaar card by Enrollment ID
How can I download my Aadhar Card 2022?
You can Download e-Aadhaar Card 2022 on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in from uidai.gov.in. Another benefit of this e-Aadhar Card is that it is a masked ID which means only the last four digits are visible. This feature of E Aadhar Card Download PDF is very beneficial to protect your Privacy.
What is e Aadhar number?