Via the UIDAI (MyAadhaar) Portal
- Visit the official website: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/.
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- Click on the ‘Download’ button.
- Enter Your Details:
- Provide your Aadhaar Number, Enrolment ID (EID), or Virtual ID (VID).
- Complete the captcha displayed on the screen.
- Authenticate Using OTP:
- An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
- Enter the OTP and proceed.
- Download the PDF:
- Once verified, download the e-Aadhaar PDF file.
- The PDF is password-protected. Use the first four letters of your name (in CAPITALS) and your birth year as the password.
Example: If your name is “ANKIT KUMAR” and your birth year is 2003, the password will be ANKI2003.
Via the mAadhaar Mobile Application
If wish to download Aadhar using the mAadhaar app, follow the steps provided below:
- Install the mAadhaar App: First, install the mAadhaar app on your smartphone. The app is available on both Android and iOS platforms.
- Choose Aadhaar Type: You will see two options: Regular Aadhaar and Masked Aadhaar. Choose one based on your requirement.
| – Regular Aadhaar: Displays all digits of the Aadhaar number. – Masked Aadhaar: Hides the first 8 digits of the Aadhaar number. |
- Enter Required Information: Enter your Aadhaar Number, VID Number, or Enrolment ID Number, and fill in the captcha
- Receive OTP: Click on the ‘Request OTP’ button and enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
- Download Aadhaar Card: After entering the OTP, click on the ‘Open’ button. Your Aadhaar card will now be downloaded in PDF format.
Important Note
The E-Copy of your Aadhaar will be downloaded in PDF Format.
mAadhaar is the official mobile app developed by UIDAI, designed to securely store and access your Aadhaar card digitally. The app offers a range of services, including:
- Download Aadhaar
- Retrieve EID/VID
- Order PVC Card
- Check Aadhaar Validity
- Verify Email/Mobile
- Generate Virtual ID
- Aadhaar Status
- PVC Card Request Status
- Retrieve Order Aadhaar Status
E Aadhar Card Download via DigiLocker
Downloading Aadhaar via DigiLocker eliminates the need for carrying physical copies while ensuring authenticity and accessibility at your fingertips.
- Step 1: Log in to DigiLocker
- Visit the DigiLocker website ( digilocker.gov.in) or open the DigiLocker mobile app (available on Android and iOS).
- Log in using your credentials, such as your mobile number, Aadhaar number, or username, along with the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
If you don’t have an account yet, create a new one using your mobile number and email.
- Step 2: Navigate to Aadhaar Services
- After logging in, click on the ‘Search Document’ option and search for ‘Aadhaar Card’.
- In the search results, click on the Aadhaar card option.
- Step 3: Provide Aadhaar Details
- Enter your Aadhaar number and the OTP received on your registered mobile number to access your Aadhaar card.
- Step 4: Download Your Aadhaar
- After successful OTP verification, DigiLocker will fetch your Aadhaar details directly from UIDAI.
- Your Aadhaar will now be available in the ‘Issued Documents’ section of DigiLocker.
- You can download it as a PDF or access it anytime through the app.
- Step 5: Enter Aadhaar Number and OTP
- Enter your Aadhaar number and the OTP received on your registered mobile number to access your Aadhaar card.
- Step 6: Download Aadhaar Card
- To download the Aadhaar card, go to the ‘Issued Document’ section and click on the download icon next to the Aadhaar card. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number, and your Aadhaar card will be downloaded.
Via the UMANG Portal
If you are an Aadhaar cardholder and want to download it using the UMANG portal, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Log In to the UMANG Portal
- Open your browser and visit the UMANG portal at web.umang.gov.in.
- If you are a first-time user:
- Register yourself by providing your mobile number or email ID.
- Set a strong password to secure your account.
- Verify your mobile number or email using the OTP sent to your registered details.
- If you already have an account, simply log in using your credentials (mobile number, email ID, or username).
- Step 2: Select the ‘My Aadhaar’ Option
- Once logged in, you will see a dashboard with a list of available services.
- Navigate to the ‘Aadhaar’ section under the Aadhaar-related services.
- Click on it to proceed to the Aadhaar service options.
- Step 3: Select the ‘Download Aadhaar’ Option
- In the ‘My Aadhaar’ section, a list of Aadhaar services will be displayed, such as:
- Update Aadhaar
- Check Aadhaar Status
- Locate Enrolment Centers
- Download Aadhaar
- Select the ‘Download Aadhaar’ option to continue.
- e Aadhar Card Download.
- In the ‘My Aadhaar’ section, a list of Aadhaar services will be displayed, such as:
- Step 4: Verification Process
- A new page will open, prompting you to proceed with the verification process.
- Click the ‘Proceed’ or similar button to start the Aadhaar verification.
- Step 5: Enter Aadhaar Number and OTP
- On the new page, you will be asked to enter your Aadhaar number or VID (Virtual ID).
- Ensure you enter the 12-digit Aadhaar number correctly.
- After entering the number, an OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
- Enter the OTP in the required field to authenticate your request.
- Step 6: Download Aadhaar Card
- After successful OTP verification, click on the ‘Verify & Download’ button.
- Your e-Aadhaar will be generated and downloaded in PDF format.
The downloaded Aadhaar PDF is password-protected. To open it, use the first four letters of your name in uppercase (as mentioned on Aadhaar) followed by your birth year (YYYY).