What Is an Aadhaar Card?
An Aadhaar card is a biometric document containing 12-digit unique number. It is issued to every Indian citizen including NRIs or foreigners living in the country for more than 12 months. The document contains individual’s personal information stored in the government’s database, further utilized to curb corruption and fake identification issues.
Aadhaar card serves as a versatile document that can be used as a proof of identity, proof of address and age, when applying or registering for any government related facilities and services.
Once you apply for an Aadhaar card, you will receive an acknowledgement slip on your registered mobile number and email address. This will contain an enrollment number that will allow you to track its status both online and offline.
How to Check Aadhaar Card Online
If you have already applied for an Aadhaar card but still not received any message from the UIDAI about the proceedings, you can check its status online in 5 simple steps:
Step 1 – Visit the UIDAI official site and go to the ‘Enroll and Get Aadhar’ section. Next click on the ‘Check Aadhaar Status’ option.
Step 2 – Once you are directed to this page, enter your details and the ‘Security Code’.
Step 3 – Next, click on the ‘Check Status’ button.
Step 4 – If your Aadhaar card has been generated, you will receive a congratulatory message.
Step 5 – You can now download an e-Aadhaar card or choose to receive it on your registered mobile number.
With the introduction of online services, the government of India has made it convenient for people to check the status of their card online. This avoids hassle and miscommunication. However, if you would like to use other services, you can either use the SMS option or visit an Aadhaar Centre.
How to Check Aadhaar card Number Offline
To check your Aadhar card status via phone, you can send an SMS set by the UIDAI. If your Aadhaar card has been generated you will receive the card number on your registered number. If not, you will receive the current status.
Over a billion Indian citizens have received their Aadhaar card that permits them to avail government subsidies, services and facilities. An Aadhar card also allows holders to link their bank accounts, LPG connection, and receive the related subsidies directly into their bank accounts. This system negates funds from being misappropriated and also curbs fraudulent claims. This government-issued document is accepted everywhere. It also makes it easier for people to have one document containing all their information required for any legal verification.
Besides this, individuals holding an Aadhaar card can avail many other added benefits including faster acquisition of passport, digital life certificate and opening bank accounts. So, if you haven’t applied for an Aadhaar card yet, it is about time you do!