FAQs

For Locking Aadhaar Number:

Send OTP request as -> GETOTPLAST 4 or 8 DIGITs of Aadhaar Number Then send Locking Request as -> LOCKUIDLast 4 or 8 DIGIT of Aadhaar Number6 DIGIT OTP

You will get a confirmation message for your request. Once it is locked you will not be able to perform any form of Authentication (Biometric, Demographic or OTP) using your Aadhaar Number. However, you can still use your latest Virtual ID for performing Authentication.

For Un-Locking Aadhaar Number you must have your latest Virtual ID.

Send OTP request with last 6 or 10 DIGITs of Virtual ID number as ->

GETOTPLAST 6 or 10 DIGITs Virtual ID

Then send Unlocking Request as -> UNLOCKUIDLAST 6 or 10 DIGIT Virtual ID 6 DIGIT OTP

Please check if your SMS service is working properly. In case of any issue with respect to the SMS not being sent, kindly contact your telecom service provider. It may be a case of bad network or non-functioning SMS service or low Balance etc

OTP Auhtentication is must for Aadhaar Lock/unlock and Biometric Lock/unlock Function. You don’t need OTP for VID Generation & Retrieval function.

To get OTP send SMS -> GETOTPLAST 4 or 8 DIGITs of Aadhaar Number

Example - GETOTP 1234.

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a service called “Aadhaar Services on SMS” which enables Aadhaar Number holders, who do not have access to internet/resident portal/m-Aadhaar etc. to use various Aadhaar services like Virtual ID generation/retrieval, Aadhaar lock/unlock etc. through SMS.

• Aadhaar Number holder can avail Aadhaar Service by sending SMS from Registered Mobile to 1947.
• Aadhaar Number holder can perform VID Generation/Retrieval, Lock/Unlock Aadhaar Number etc. by sending an SMS in the given format to 1947 from their registered mobile number.
• For More details on Virtual ID (VID) please visit: https://uidai.gov.in/contact-support/have-any-question/284-faqs/aadhaar-online-services/virtual-id-vid.html

No, the Aadhaar PVC Card is just a compact and more durable version. It holds the same validity as the e-Aadhaar and paper Aadhaar letter.

The Aadhaar PVC Card is a durable, credit-card-sized version of Aadhaar with enhanced security features. It can be ordered online for ₹50 through the UIDAI website or M-Aadhaar Application.

Yes, you can order a reprint of your Aadhaar as Aadhaar PVC card  from the UIDAI website by paying ₹50. It will be delivered via speed post.

Aadhaar letter is laminated paper based document issued to the Aadhaar number holders after enrolment or update.  Aadhaar PVC Card is PVC based durable and easy to carry card with multiple security features.  Aadhaar PVC card is equally valid. 

After receiving order for Aadhaar PVC Card from the Aadhaar number holder, UIDAI  hands over printed Aadhaar Card to DoP within 5 working days (excluding the date of request). Aadhaar PVC Card is delivered via SPEED POST Service of India Post in line with existing delivery norms to the address registered  in aadhaar database. An Aadhaar Number holder may track delivery status using DoP Tracking Services on https://www.indiapost.gov.in/_layouts/15/dop.portal.tracking/trackconsignment.aspx

Yes. 

The different forms of Aadhaar are Aadhaar Letter, Aadhaar PVC card, eAadhaar and mAadhaar. All forms of Aadhaar are equally valid and acceptable.

“Order Aadhaar PVC Card” is an online service launched by UIDAI which facilitates the Aadhaar holder to get their Aadhaar details printed on PVC card by paying nominal charges.

This card contains security features like:
1. Tamper proof QR Code
2. Hologram
3. Micro text
4. Ghost image
5. Issue Date & Print Date
6. Guilloche Pattern
7. Embossed Aadhaar Logo

Charges to be paid are Rs.50/- (Inclusive of GST & speed post charges).

"Aadhaar PVC Card" request can be raised by visiting the UIDAI Official Website (https://www.uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricPVC ) or mAadhaar application. 

1. Please Visit https://uidai.gov.in or  https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricPVC Click on “Order Aadhaar Card” Service.
2. Enter your 12 digit Aadhaar Number (UID) or 16 digit Virtual Identification Number (VID) or 28 digits Enrollment ID.
3. Enter the security code
4. If you have TOTP, choose option “I have TOTP” by clicking in check box else Click on “Request OTP” button.
5. Enter OTP/TOTP received on registered mobile number.
6. Click on the check box against “Terms and Conditions”. (Note: Click on hyper link to see details).
7. Click on “Submit” Button to complete OTP/TOTP verification.
8. On next screen, preview of the Aadhaar details will appear for verification by Aadhaar number holder before placing the order for reprint.
9. Click on “Make payment”. You will be re-directed to Payment Gateway page with payment options as Credit/Debit Card, Net banking and UPI.
10. After successful payment, receipt will get generated having digital signature which can be downloaded by Aadhaar number holder in PDF format. Aadhaar number holder will also get the Service Request Number via SMS.
11. Aadhaar number holder can track the status of SRN till dispatch of Aadhaar Card on Check Aadhaar Card Status.
12. SMS containing AWB number will also be sent once dispatched from DoP. Aadhaar number holder can further track delivery status by visiting DoP website.

Please Visit https://uidai.gov.in or Click on “Order Aadhaar Card” Service or mAadhaar application
Enter your 12 digit Aadhaar Number (UID) or or 28 digits Enrollment ID.
Enter the security code
Click on check box “If you do not have a registered mobile number, please check in the box”.
Please enter Non-Registered / Alternate Mobile Number. Preview will not be available for Aadhaar number holders ordering using non-registered mobile number.
Rest of the steps for ordering remains the same.

Presently, following online payment modes are available for making payment:-

Credit Card
Debit Card
Net Banking
UPI
Paytm

SRN is 14 digits Service Request Number which is generated after raising request for Aadhaar update. It will be generated once you start submitting the request. Till the completion of the transaction 'resume' option shall be available.

Airway Bill Number is the tracking number that is generated by DoP i.e. India Speed Post for the assignment/product that they deliver.