How to Check Your Aadhaar Card Status & Updates

The Aadhaar card is an essential identification proof in India, encapsulating significant biometric information. It is indispensable for various activities like opening a bank account, filing taxes, acquiring a PAN card, among others. Keeping track of your Aadhaar status and any updates is crucial. This guide provides detailed steps to verify both the Aadhaar status and updates.

Guide to Checking Aadhaar Card Status:

Option 1: Using Enrollment Number Online

• Navigate to the official UIDAI website.
• Input your 14-digit Enrollment ID (EID) along with the date/time of enrollment.
• Complete the captcha verification and click on 'Check Status.'
• Opt for 'Download Aadhaar' for obtaining an e-Aadhaar or 'Acquire Aadhaar on Mobile' for mobile access.
• Updates regarding status will be sent to your registered mobile number.

Option 2: Without Enrollment Number

• Use the UIDAI lost UID/EID portal to retrieve your number.
• Provide necessary details to receive an OTP on your registered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP to confirm your identity.
• Your enrollment number/Aadhaar information will be emailed or sent to your registered mobile.
• Use this enrollment number to verify the status.

Option 3: Using Name

Use the Enrollment ID on your acknowledgment slip obtained during Aadhaar application.

Option 4: By SMS

Send "UID STATUS <14-digit enrollment number>" to 51969 to get an update whether Aadhaar is generated or to know its current status.

Option 5: By Post

Your Aadhaar card should be delivered to your registered address within 60 to 90 days. Check the delivery status via India Post's portal.

Checking Aadhaar Update Status:

Method a: Via Aadhaar Number

• Go to the UIDAI update status portal.
• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
• Fill in the captcha code.
• The status of your updates will be displayed on your screen.

Method b: Through Service Request Number (SRN)

Utilize the 10-digit SRN from the address validation letter request.

Method c: With Updating Request Number (URN)

• Visit the UIDAI update status portal.
• Input your 14-digit URN.
• Verify via captcha.
• View the status of your Aadhaar update request.

Method d: By Phone

Dial UIDAI's toll-free number 1947 and follow the IVR prompts to track updates using your Aadhaar number, SRN, or URN.

For further help, reach out to UIDAI directly via email or phone.

Note:
- Aadhaar is multi-functional, serving KYC verification and facilitating financial transactions.
- Abbreviations utilized comprise of UIDAI, URN, GST, and OTP.