Aadhaar card is a mandatory document for each and every individual of the country to have. It works as a proof of identity and can let a person avail of numerous benefits. An Aadhaar card is an important document to be submitted for a major number of purposes like opening a bank account, filing income tax returns, getting subsidies and so on.
This blog will provide you with an in-depth understanding of how to apply for an Aadhaar card online and the list of documents to submit.
How to Apply for an Aadhaar card online?
Following are the steps to apply for an Aadhaar card online-
- Visit the official website of UIDAI
- Navigate to ‘Get Aadhaar’ and click on ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre’ under the section ‘My Aadhaar’
- You will be redirected to a new page with given options on the screen- State, Postal Code, Search Box
- Click on any option, fill the form, enter captcha code and locate a centre
- Visit the Aadhaar enrolment centre with all the supporting documents published on the UIDAI website
- Fill the enrolment form and provide your biometric information like iris scan, fingerprints and other personal information to the Aadhaar official
- Upon submission of the Aadhaar enrolment form, collect your acknowledgement slip
Points to be noted-
- Baal Aadhaar card is for children below 5 years of age
- Biometrics of children below the age of 5 are not required
- Any parent of the child below 5 years needs to submit his/her Aadhaar number
- It is important to carry original copies of supporting documents. The original copies will be scanned and handed over to the applicant later
- Do not forget to collect your acknowledgement slip. It contains an enrolment ID which is important to check the Aadhaar card status online
- Always review your Aadhaar enrolment form properly before submitting it to the official
How to Book an Online Appointment for Aadhaar Enrolment?
It is now easy to book an online appointment to enrol for an Aadhaar card. The process saves time and effort, together. Follow the given instructions to book an online appointment-Â
- Visit UIDAI official website
- Click on ‘Book an appointment’ under the section ‘My Aadhaar’
- Select the location and click on ‘Proceed to book appointment’
- Next, you will be redirected to another page with given options- Aadhaar update, New Aadhaar, Manage Appointments
- Select new Aadhaar, enter mobile number and captcha code
- Click on ‘Generate OTP’ to get an OTP on your registered mobile number
- Submit the OTP to book your appointment
List of Required Documents to Submit for Aadhaar Application
It is mandatory to carry original documents at the Aadhaar enrolment centre. These original documents will be scanned and handed over to the applicant after enrolment. Below is the list of documents an applicant needs to carry-
Documents to Submit for Aadhaar Application
Proof of Identity
- PAN Card
- Passport
- PDS/Ration card
- Voter ID Card
- Driving License
- Arms License
- Photo Bank ATM Card
- Photo Credit Card
- Pensioner Photo Card
- Kisan Photo Passbook
- Government Photo ID Cards/ Service Photo Identity Card issued by PSU
- NREGA Job Card
- Freedom Fighter Photo Card
- CGHS/ECHS Photo Card
- Certificate of Identity with a photo issued by Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on Letterhead
- Address Card with Name and Photo issued by Department of Posts
Proof of Address
- Ration Card
- Passport
- Bank Statement/Passbook
- Voter ID
- Post Office Account Statement/Passbook
- Government Photo ID Cards/Service Photo Identity Card issued by PSU
- Driving License
- Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Electricity Bill, Property Tax Receipt, Credit Card Statement, Gas Connection Bill (not older than 3 months old)
- Insurance Policy
- Signed Letter with a Photo from Bank on Letterhead
- Signed Letter with a Photo issued by Registered Company on Letterhead
- Signed Letter with a Photo issued by Recognized Educational Instruction on Letterhead
- Arms License
- NREGA Job Card
- Kisan Passbook
- Freedom Fighter Card
- Pensioner Card
- CGHS/ECHS Card
- Certificate of Address with a Photo issued by MLA, MP or Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on Letterhead
- Vehicle Registration Certificate
