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Aadhaar Bank Link Status Check: How to Check Aadhaar Card Link with Bank Account?

By Mayashree Acharya

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Updated on: Jul 30th, 2024

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3 min read

The government has made it mandatory to link Aadhaar and bank accounts only for receiving government scheme benefits and other benefits provided by the government. However, it is not mandatory to link the Aadhaar card with a bank account to access banking services. 

Thus, it is optional to link your Aadhaar card with your bank account. Linking your Aadhaar card with your bank account is only mandatory to access numerous government subsidies and benefits, which include welfare schemes, direct cash transfers, scholarships, and pensions.

You can complete the entire linking procedure online through mobile or internet banking. After completing this process, you can check the Aadhaar bank link status to ensure that it is successful. Read on to know different ways in which you can check the linking status and the importance of this process. 

Importance of Linking Aadhaar with Your Bank Account

Though Aadhaar linking with a bank account is optional for banking services, such as opening an account, transferring funds, etc., it is better to link it with your bank account for various reasons. These include:

  • Improved financial security: You can ensure increased financial security by linking your Aadhaar card with your bank account. This minimises the chances of theft and financial fraud leading to monetary losses. 
  • Ease of identity verification: Aadhaar card contains all your demographic and biometric data so financial institutions can cross-verify their identity. This ensures that only you can access your bank account, providing maximum security. 
  • Seamless online transactions: Numerous Aadhaar-enabled payment systems (AEPS) eliminate your need to remember PINs and passwords. Hence, it simplifies financial transactions from your account. 
  • Ease of account management: Linking your Aadhaar card with your bank account simplifies the KYC process. This helps consolidate identity and address proof, reducing the documentation process for financial transactions. 
  • Seamless digital payments: Digital payments are extremely common for account holders. Upon linking your bank account with an Aadhaar card, you can access various credit facilities and contribute to the growth of a cashless economy. 
  • Additional benefits: With the evolving technology, linking an Aadhaar card with a bank account provides an innovative solution to prevent fraud of any type. These solutions include eKYC, biometric-based authentication, and more. 

You can instantly link your Aadhaar card with your bank account to reap these benefits. All you need to do is visit the official bank website or app. Click the ‘View/Update Aadhaar card’ option. Then, enter your profile password and your UID number twice and click on submit. 

Also, you can link your Aadhaar card and bank account through ATMs, mobile banking, and even by visiting your nearest bank branch. Once done, you can also easily find out the Aadhaar bank link status.

How to Check Aadhaar Bank Linking Status?

You can check the Aadhaar bank link status in many ways. Below are the steps to check the linking status of your Aadhaar card and bank account.

Check Aadhaar Bank Linking Status through UIDAI

Step 1: Go to the official website of UIDAI, click ‘My Aadhaar’, and then click ‘Bank Seeding Status.’

Aadhaar bank linking

Step 2: Once done, you will get redirected to the myAadhaar page. Click ‘Login’. Enter the Aadhaar number, Captcha and click on ‘Send OTP’.

myAadhaar login

Step 3: After this, you will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter it in the designated place and click the ‘Login’ button.

Step 4: Next, click on the ‘Bank Seeding Status’ tab.  

Bank seeding status

Step 5: You can instantly view all the linked accounts with your Aadhaar card.

Aadhaar bank linking status

Check the Aadhaar Bank Linking Status through Mobile

You can even check Aadhaar bank linking status instantly using the USSD code of your mobile phone number. Follow the steps below to complete the process:

Step 1: Make a call on *99*99*1# using your UIDAI-registered mobile number.

Step 2: Once done, accurately enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Step 3: You will need to re-enter your Aadhaar number and click on the ‘Send’ button.

After that, your bank account is displayed on your mobile screen if linking has been completed. However, make sure that you use only your UIDAI-registered mobile number for this process. 

Check the Aadhaar Bank Linking Status by Bank Branch Visit

To check your Aadhaar number linking status with your bank account, you can visit the nearest branch of your bank. Next, you can ask the bank representatives to find out if the linking of your bank account with your Aadhaar card has been completed. The bank representatives will check and inform you of the status.

When you check Aadhaar bank linking status, you will be able to know if you have successfully completed the process or not. If you see that the linking process is completed, you can stay assured of benefitting from the process. However, if the process is unsuccessful, you will have to complete the steps again to link your Aadhaar with your bank account. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Aadhaar bank linking?

Aadhaar bank linking refers to the process of linking your bank account and your Aadhaar card number. The government has made it mandatory for account holders to complete the Aadhaar bank linking process to receive government scheme benefits. 

How to check the Aadhaar card link with a bank account?

You can use various processes to check if your bank account has been successfully linked to your bank account. These processes include visiting the official website of UIDAI, calling the *99*99*1#, or visiting the nearest bank branch. 

How can I check my Aadhaar bank seeding status?

You can check your bank account seeding status by visiting the official website UIDAI, visiting the physical branch of your bank account or calling *99*99*1#. 

How to link Aadhaar with bank account?

For bank seeding with Aadhaar, first, you need to log in to the official website of your bank's internet banking. Enter your username and password to log in to your account. Next, move to the ‘My Account’ section and click on ‘View/Update Aadhaar with Bank Accounts’. Next, enter your profile password and Aadhaar number twice. Then click on the ‘Submit’ button to complete the process.

What If the Aadhaar bank seeding status is inactive?

If your Aadhaar bank seeding status is showing inactive, it means that your bank account has not yet been linked to your Aadhaar card. Therefore, you will need to visit the physical branch of your bank once again and request the linking form. Once done, fill in and submit the form in the same branch. 

What are the common issues faced while linking Aadhaar with a bank account?

Some of the common issues include linking personal information and financial data, identity theft and fraud, and mismatches in details such as gender, name, and date of birth of account holder. Other problems include authentication errors, fake Aadhaar cards, biometric failures, Aadhaar registrations, and more. 

What happens if my bank account is not linked to Aadhaar Card?

It is not mandatory to link your Aadhaar number with your bank account. There will be no trouble if you have not linked your Aadhaar number with your bank account. However, it is mandatory to link your Aadhaar card with your bank account if you want to receive government scheme benefits.

What is the benefit of Aadhaar linking with bank account?

Since an Aadhaar card is a valid identity proof, linking it with your bank account makes the KYC process easier. Plus, it is mandatory to receive any government scheme benefits.

How many bank accounts can be linked with Aadhaar?

You can link only one bank account with your Aadhaar card.

Which bank is linked to my Aadhaar?

You can check which bank is linked to your Aadhaar by visiting the UIDAI website, clicking 'Bank Seeding Status', and entering the required details.

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Linking Aadhaar with bank account is only mandatory for accessing government scheme benefits. Linking provides improved financial security, identity verification, seamless online transactions, account management, digital payments, and additional benefits. The process can be completed online through mobile or internet banking, ATMs, mobile banking, or by visiting a bank branch. The linking status can be checked through UIDAI website, mobile USSD code, or by visiting the bank branch.

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