List of Aadhaar Card Enrolment Centres

An Aadhaar is a 12-digit identification number that confirms an individual’s residence and identity in India. It is issued based on the individual’s biometric and demographic information. You can easily apply for an Aadhaar card online or visit the nearest Aadhaar card enrolment centre to apply offline. 

In this article, we will guide you through locating an enrolment centre and applying for Aadhaar through an enrolment centre.

How to Locate an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in Your City?

You can search for the nearest Aadhaar card enrolment centre on the UIDAI's official website. The website offers three ways of searching for Aadhaar enrolment centres. They are as follows:  

Locate the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre using the Search Box

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website.

Step 2: Click on ‘My Aadhaar’, navigate to the ‘Get Aadhaar’ section and click on ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre in Bhuvan Aadhaar’ 

Step 3: A new tab will open. Here, type your city or location in the search box. 

Step 4: A drop-down list will appear with a list of locations. Select the location nearest to you.

Step 5: Enter the kms and the ‘Centre Category’ and click ‘Get Details’.

Step 6: Scroll down to find the details of the nearest centre. You can even trace the enrolment centre on the map by clicking the yellow location.

Locate the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre based on the PIN Code

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website.

Step 2: Click on ‘My Aadhaar’, navigate to the ‘Get Aadhaar’ section and click on ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre in Bhuvan Aadhaar’ 

Step 3: A new tab will open. Here, select the ‘Search by PIN Code’ option.

Step 4: Type in your PIN code and click on the search icon. 

Step 5: The Aadhaar enrolment centre's address will be displayed on the screen. Their location will also be displayed on the map. 

Locate the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre based on the State

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website.

Step 2: Click on ‘My Aadhaar’, navigate to the ‘Get Aadhaar’ section and click on ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre in Bhuvan Aadhaar’ 

Step 3: A new tab will open. Here, select the ‘State-wise Aadhaar Centers’ option.

Step 4: Select the ‘State’, ‘District’, ‘Sub-District’ and ‘Centre Type’ from the drop-down list.

Step 5: The Aadhaar enrolment centre’s location will be displayed on the map. 

Types of Aadhaar Card Enrolment Centres

Here are the types of Aadhaar card enrolment centres:

• Aadhaar Seva Kendra:

Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) is a one-stop shop for all Aadhaar services. Under direct management by the UIDAI, Aadhaar Seva Kendra offers dedicated Aadhaar enrolment and update services in a state-of-the-art arrangement. These Aadhaar Seva Kendras offer walk-in citizens a computerised Token Management System (TMS) and an online Appointment Management System (AMS).

• Aadhaar Enrolment Centre

Aadhaar Enrolment Centres are managed by banks, post offices or other organisations to provide Aadhaar enrolment and update services to users.

• Aadhaar Enrolment Camps 

Aadhaar Enrolment Camps are temporary arrangements scheduled for a time period, such as a day, a week, a month, etc, at a specific place. They may be scheduled to provide an Aadhaar enrolment and update service or accomplish some specific task, such as in an area where kids above five years old are getting their biometrics synced to their Aadhaar card.

Aadhaar Enrolment through Aadhaar Enrolment Centre

Residents can complete their biometric data submission for Aadhaar enrolment only by visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra or the Aadhaar enrolment centre. You can follow these steps for Aadhaar enrolment through the Aadhaar enrolment centre:

Step 1: Locate the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre through the UIDAI website by following the steps provided in the above section.

Step 2: Visit the Aadhaar enrolment centre and collect the Aadhaar card enrolment form.

Step 3: Fill out the Aadhaar card enrollment form and submit it along with all other supporting documents, such as proof of identity, residence, date of birth, and relationship. Ensure you bring the original documents.

Step 4: The centre operator will now collect your biometric inputs. It includes facial images, impressions of all fingers, and iris scans.

Step 5: Verify the details for no errors. Ensure that your name, date of birth, gender, and address are correct. In addition, confirm that there are no initials or prefixes in your name.

Step 6: Collect the acknowledgement slip carrying the enrolment ID, through which you can check your application status.

Aadhaar Enrolment Online

While the actual biometric enrolment will still have to be done at an Aadhaar enrolment centre, UIDAI has made the initial application process easier by making it available online. Here are the steps you can follow to simplify certain parts of the enrolment process: 

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website and book an appointment at the Aadhaar enrolment Centre. You can book an appointment at the Aadhaar enrolment centre by clicking on ‘My Aadhaar’ and then on ‘Book an Appointment’ under the ‘Get Aadhaar’ section and entering the required details.

Step 2: Download the Aadhaar enrolment form from the website and take a printout of it.

Step 3: Fill out the enrolment form by entering the required information and ensure there is no misinformation.

Step 4: After filling out the form, visit the Aadhaar enrolment centre at the scheduled appointment date and time with the required documents, such as photocopies of your identification, age and residence.

Step 5: Once you visit the centre, submit the filled Aadhaar enrolment form along with the required documents to the officials. The officials will take your biometric and iris scan, and an on-the-spot photograph.

Step 6: After that, the officials will issue an acknowledgement receipt containing your enrolment ID, which you use to track the progress of your Aadhaar card online.

Enrolling for an Aadhaar card has become an easy process with the combined option of online and offline facilities. Starting the enrolment process online through the UIDAI website, pre-filling forms, and booking appointments can streamline the process and minimise the time spent at physical centres. For those preferring a face-to-face approach, Aadhaar card enrolment centres in India provide comprehensive support for the biometric enrolment and documentation process.