How To Download Aadhaar Card With Mobile Number and Without Mobile Number?

By Adnan Ali

Updated on: Jun 24th, 2024

2 min read

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made it easy for you to download Aadhar card. Aadhar card holders can provide their Aadhar digitally for many services and verification. They can download Aadhar by using their Mobile number. Aadhar card can be downloaded online, but not without OTP. The process of downloading Aadhar card with phone number is given below.

How To Download Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number?

You can easily download your Aadhar card on UIDAI website. The process is given below:

On the official website, click on the Login.

Then, select the “Aadhaar number” option and enter your unique 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Enter the required captcha verification code and click on “Send OTP”.
You will receive the OTP on your registered mobile number.
After entering the OTP in the required space, click “Download Aadhaar”.

You will find a password-protected Aadhaar card PDF in your download folder. To open the PDF, you need to type the required password. It combines the first 4 letters of your name in capital letters and your birth year in YYYY format.

Download Aadhaar Card Without Mobile Number OTP

You will not be able to download the Aadhaar without the OTP. To download your Aadhaar online, you must use your biometrics to register your mobile number with the Aadhaar at the enrollment centre. Once your Aadhaar and mobile number are linked, you will be able to download e-Aadhaar Online. But if you want to get your Aadhar Card without mobile number by visiting nearest Aadhar Centre. The process is given below:

Step 1: Go to the nearest Aadhaar centre
Step 2: Share the biometric details for verification like thumb verification, iris scan, etc.
Step 3: Don't forget to carry other identity proof like a PAN and Identity card
Step 4: After verification, the concerned person at the centre will give you a printout of the Aadhaar card. Rs.30 (including GST) is a fee for a normal colour print-out, while the PVC version will cost you Rs.50.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to print the Aadhaar card after downloading it using a mobile number?

After downloading your e-Aadhaar in PDF format, just enter the password to open the downloaded version. It is usually the first four letters of your name in capital, followed by your birth year in YYYY format. For example, if your name is Minu Verma and your date of birth is 1/9/1993, your password will be MINU1993. After opening the file, select the print option.

Does the downloaded Aadhaar card hold the same value as the physical Aadhaar?

Yes. As the information remains the same, you can use e-Aadhaar for verification purposes at any time and any place. Whether you need to carry out KYC verification or avail of subsidy benefits, this digital copy of your Aadhaar card is considered valid ID proof.

Can I download masked Aadhaar from DigiLocker?

Yes, it is possible to download masked Aadhaar from DigiLocker. All you need to do is visit the official website of DigiLocker and click on the “Sign in” button. In the space provided, enter your Aadhaar number and click "Verify". After entering the OTP, an "Issued Document" page will appear on the screen, where you can download the masked Aadhaar.

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Adnan Ali

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I am a curious person, and Finance is at the top of my list of interests. With more than 5 years of experience in fintech, I am an expert in lending, investment and personal finance. I believe the Devil lies in details, so I dig a lot before writing anything and armed my writing pieces with figures and facts. Read more

Quick Summary

UIDAI allows easy Aadhar card download via mobile number with OTP. The process involves logging in, sending OTP, and downloading the PDF. Without OTP, one can visit an Aadhar center for biometric verification. Services like changing address or name, updating mobile number, and linking Aadhar to various documents are also provided by UIDAI.