Aadhaar Card Download, Correction & Status 2026

By: Jitender

On: March 30, 2026

Complete guide for Aadhaar enrollment, e-Aadhaar download, address update, mobile number change, and all UIDAI correction services.

  Aadhaar Service Fees

Aadhaar EnrollmentFREE (Rs. 0)
Biometric UpdateRs. 100/-
PVC Card OrderRs. 50/-
Demographic Update (Name / DOB / Address)Rs. 50/-
Appointment BookingFREE (Rs. 0)
Payment ModeAt Aadhaar Enrollment Center / Seva Kendra / CSC Center ONLY
Scheme Launch2009

  Documents Required for Enrollment

Document TypeAccepted Documents
Photo IdentityPassport, PAN Card, Ration/PDS Photo Card, Voter ID, Driving License, Govt/PSU Service ID
Address ProofPassport, Bank Statement/Passbook, Post Office Account, Ration Card, Voter ID, Electricity Bill (not older than 3 months), Water/Telephone Bill
Date of BirthBirth Certificate, SSLC Book/Certificate, Passport, Photo ID with DOB, PAN Card, Marksheet

  How to Enroll for New Aadhaar Card

1.  Find Nearest Enrollment Center: Go to appointments.uidai.gov.in and search by State, District, Area.

2.  Book an Appointment online (free of cost).

3.  Visit the center with original identity, address, and DOB proof documents.

4.  Submit documents along with photograph and biometric details (fingerprints & iris scan).

5.  Receive your 14-digit Enrollment ID / EID slip from the operator.

6.  After approximately 90 days, your e-Aadhaar will be available for download at uidai.gov.in.

  How to Download e-Aadhaar Card

1.  Visit the official UIDAI website: uidai.gov.in.

2.  Click 'Download Aadhaar' under the 'Get Aadhaar' section.

3.  Select 'Download via Aadhaar Number' or 'via Enrollment ID'.

4.  Enter your Aadhaar Number and PIN code, request OTP on registered mobile.

5.  Enter OTP and click 'Download Aadhaar' — the password-protected PDF downloads.

6.  Password to open PDF: First 4 letters of your name (CAPS) + birth year (e.g., DEEP1990).

  Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Aadhaar enrollment free?

A: Yes, Aadhaar enrollment is completely free. Updates to biometric data cost Rs. 100, demographic updates cost Rs. 50, and PVC card orders cost Rs. 50.

Q: How long after enrollment can I download my Aadhaar?

A: Your e-Aadhaar is typically available for download within 90 days of successful enrollment.

Q: What is Virtual ID (VID)?

A: VID is a 16-digit temporary number that masks your Aadhaar for privacy. Generate it from uidai.gov.in under the VID Generator option.

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