Download Your Aadhaar Card Online
Step-by-step guide to download your e-Aadhaar through official UIDAI portals. Get your digitally signed, password-protected Aadhaar card instantly.
Aadhaar Services
Access all Aadhaar-related services through official UIDAI portals
Download Aadhaar
Download your e-Aadhaar card online using Aadhaar Number, Virtual ID (VID), or Enrolment ID (EID).
Download NowUpdate Aadhaar
Update your demographic details and biometric information online through MyAadhaar portal.
Update DetailsCheck Status
Track your Aadhaar enrolment or update request status using your Enrolment ID (EID).
Check StatusDownload Methods
Multiple ways to download your e-Aadhaar card
UIDAI Portal
The official method through UIDAI’s MyAadhaar portal. Most secure and direct way.
- Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
- Enter Aadhaar/VID/EID
- Verify with OTP
- Download PDF
mAadhaar App
Official mobile app for Android and iOS. Carry your Aadhaar digitally on your phone.
- Download mAadhaar app
- Register with mobile number
- Verify with OTP
- Download e-Aadhaar
DigiLocker
Government’s digital locker service. Access Aadhaar along with other documents.
- Visit digilocker.gov.in
- Sign up with Aadhaar
- Access issued documents
- Download Aadhaar
Step-by-Step Guide
Visual guide for downloading Aadhaar card
Step 1: Visit UIDAI Portal
Go to official UIDAI website or MyAadhaar portal
Step 2: OTP Verification
Enter OTP received on registered mobile number
Step 3: Download PDF
Download password-protected e-Aadhaar PDF
Important Information
Key points to remember
Important Disclaimer
This website is an independent guide and is NOT affiliated with UIDAI or any government agency. We provide step-by-step guidance for accessing official UIDAI services. Always use official UIDAI portals for Aadhaar-related services.
Registered Mobile Required
Your mobile number must be registered with Aadhaar to receive OTP for online download. If not registered, visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
Password Information
e-Aadhaar PDF is password protected. Password is first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL followed by birth year (YYYY). Example: RAJE1985
Legal Validity
Digitally signed e-Aadhaar is legally valid as proof of identity and address across India. Accepted by all government and private entities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aadhaar download
The password is the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL letters followed by your birth year in YYYY format. For example, if your name is “Rajesh Kumar” and birth year is 1985, the password would be “RAJE1985”.
If your mobile number is not registered, you cannot download Aadhaar online. You need to visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre with your Aadhaar number and valid ID proof to update your mobile number. After updating, you can download your Aadhaar online.
Yes, the digitally signed e-Aadhaar is equally valid as the physical Aadhaar card for all purposes. It is accepted by all government and private entities as proof of identity and address.
Visit the Retrieve UID/EID page on MyAadhaar portal. Enter your registered mobile number and complete verification. Your Aadhaar number will be sent to your mobile.
Masked Aadhaar hides the first 8 digits of your Aadhaar number, showing only the last 4 digits. This provides privacy while still being a valid identity document. You can choose masked Aadhaar during download.
Contact UIDAI
Official contact information for Aadhaar services
Toll-Free Helpline
1947 (24×7 Support)
Call for Aadhaar-related queries
Find Enrolment Centre
Locate nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for updates, corrections, or new enrolment.
Centre Locator
Use the official UIDAI centre locator to find the nearest enrolment centre.
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