lang attribute: English
Waiving off the charges for MBU-1 of children aged 7-15 years for a period of one year w.e.f 1.10.2025 Type : PDF 0.3 MB
lang attribute: English
मुख्य कार्यकारी अधिकारी की ओर से जारी हिंदी दिवस संदेश, 2025/ Message from CEO on Hindi Diwas 2025 DOC Type: PDF Size:0.8MB
Media Coverage of Aadhaar
View AllUIDAI Invites India’s Creative Minds to Design Aadhaar’s Mascot – Prize Pool up to ₹1 Lakh!
UIDAI rolls out new scheme to foster innovation in Digital Identity, enable Startups and academia to co-create future solutions
UIDAI Waives Charges for Aadhaar Biometric Updates for Children Aged 7–15, Benefiting Nearly 6 Cr Children.
UIDAI records 221 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in August 2025, 10% increase over August 2024.
UIDAI Integrates Aadhaar MBU Status with UDISE+ Platform; CEO UIDAI writes to Chief Secretaries of States & UTs to Organise Camps in Schools.
Aadhaar Telecast
View AllPress Release
View All
UIDAI Invites India’s Creative Minds to Design Aadhaar’s Mascot.
21 Oct 2025
UIDAI rolls out new scheme to foster innovation in Digital Identity, enable Startups and academia to co-create future solutions.
17 Oct 2025
UIDAI Waives Charges for Aadhaar Biometric Updates for Children Aged 7–15.
6 Oct 2025
UIDAI hosts fourth Aadhaar Samvaad in Hyderabad.
30 Sep 2025
UIDAI records 221 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in August 2025, 10% increase over August 2024.
8 Sep 2025
Aadhaar in Numbers
- Aadhaar Saturation Report Type: pdf Size: 0.5MB
- View On Dashboard
Frequently Asked Questions
Use Aadhaar Freely
Recently, UIDAI has issued an advisory asking people not to share their Aadhaar number openly in the public domain especially on Social Media or other public platforms. Does this mean that I should not use Aadhaar freely?
Open or CloseIf Aadhaar has to be freely used for proving identity and it is safe to do so, then why has UIDAI advised people not to put up their Aadhaar number in Social Media or public domain?
Open or CloseI gave my Aadhaar card to a service provider for proving my identity. Can anyone harm me by knowing and misusing my Aadhaar number?
Open or CloseNo. Just, by knowing your Aadhaar number, no one can harm you. To prove your identity, Aadhaar number is verfied/authenticated by agencies through various modes as prescribed under Aadhaar Act, 2016.
There are many agencies that simply accept physical copy of Aadhaar and do not carry out any biometric or OTP authentication or verification. Is this a good practice?
Open or Close
No, in this connection MeitY has issued detailed instructions to all Government Ministries/Departments vide office memorandum no 10(22)/2017-EG-II(VOL-1) dated 19.06.2023.
Why am I asked to verify Bank account, Demat account, PAN and various other services with Aadhaar?
Open or CloseAadhaar verification/authentication is governed by the sections of Aadhaar Act, 2016, under which the use case has been notified by the concerned Ministry/Department for providing services.
Does linking my bank account, PAN, and other services with Aadhaar make me vulnerable?
Open or CloseNo. UIDAI does not have visibility of linking of your Aadhaar with any other services. Concern departments such as bank, income tax etc. do not share any information of Aadhaar number holder neither UIDAI stores any such informations.
Can a fraudster withdraw money from my Aadhaar linked bank account if he knows my Aadhaar number or has my Aadhaar card?
Open or CloseJust by knowing your Aadhaar number or Aadhaar linked bank account, no one can withdraw money from Aadhaar linked bank account.
E-Aadhaar
How to validate digital signatures in e-Aadhaar?
Open or ClosePlease visit Aadhaar YouTube Channel and watch tutorial link on https://youtu.be/aVNfUNIccZs?si=ByW1O6BIPMwc0seL
What supporting software needed to view e-Aadhaar?
Open or CloseAadhaar number holder needs 'Adobe Reader' to view digitally verified e-Aadhaar. To install Adobe Reader in the System visit https://get.adobe.com/reader/
What Is the Password of e-Aadhaar?
Open or ClosePassword of eAadhaar is a combination of the first 4 letters of name in CAPITAL and the year of birth (YYYY).
For Example:
Example 1
Name: SURESH KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: SURE1990
Example 2
Name: SAI KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: SAIK1990
Example 3
Name: P. KUMAR
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: P.KU1990
Example 4
Name: RIA
Year of Birth: 1990
Password: RIA1990
What is Masked Aadhaar?
Open or CloseMasked Aadhaar implies replacing of first 8 digits of Aadhaar number with “xxxx-xxxx” while only last 4 digits of the Aadhaar Number are visible.
How can an Aadhaar Number holder download e-Aadhaar?
Open or CloseOTP for downloading eAadhaar will be received on registered mobile number.
From where an Aadhaar number holder can download e-Aadhaar?
Open or CloseAadhaar Number holder can download e-Aadhaar by visiting UIDAI's MyAadhaar portal - https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricDownloadAadhaar/en or by using mAadhaar app for mobile phones.
Is e-Aadhaar equally valid like physical copy of Aadhaar?
Open or CloseAs per Aadhaar Act, e-Aadhaar is equally valid like Physical Copy of Aadhaar for all purposes. For validity of eAadhaar, please visit UIDAI circular- https://uidai.gov.in/images/uidai_om_on_e_aadhaar_validity.pdf
What is e-Aadhaar?
Open or Closee-Aadhaar is a password protected electronic copy of Aadhaar, digitally signed by UIDAI.
mAadhaar FAQs
Is there any process to update the Aadhaar details such as DOB, Mobile number , address etc. through mAadhaar App?
Open or CloseNo, mAadhaar app can be used to update address only.
Is it compulsory to have registered mobile number to use mAadhaar?
Open or CloseNo. Anyone in India with a smartphone can install and use mAadhaar App. Although for creating the Aadhaaar profile in mAadhaar, registered mobile number is required.
Without an Aadhaar registered mobile number Aadhaar number holder will be able to avail only a few of the services such as Order Aadhaar PVC card, Locate Enrolment Center, Verify Aadhaar, Scanning QR code etc.
Is there any process to update the Aadhaar details through mAadhaar App , such like DOB, Mobile number , address etc. and completer process to be added?
Open or CloseNo, the facility to update demographic details such as Name, DoB, Mobile number aren not available in the mAadhaar app. Only address update via document facility is currently available.
However the demographics updates features may be included in future releases.
How Aadhaar number holder can view the profile?
Open or CloseThe profile can be viewed by tapping on the profile summary on the top (profile image, name and Aadhaar number on the cyan tab) in the main dashboard.
How Aadhaar number holder can create profile on m-Aadhaar App?
Open or CloseOnly someone with an Aadhaar linked to a registered mobile number can create Aadhaar profile in the mAadhaar App. They can register their profile in an App installed in any smartphone. However the OTP will be sent to only their registered mobile. Steps to register Aadhaar profile are given below:
- Launch the app.
- Tap on the Register Aadhaar tab on the top of main dashboard
- Create a 4 digit Pin/Password(memorize this password, as it will be required to access profile)
- Provide Valid Aadhaar & enter valid Captcha
- Enter Valid OTP and submit
- The profile should get registered
- The registered tab would now display the registered Aadhaar Name
- Tap on My Aadhaar tab on the bottom menu
- Enter 4-digit Pin/Password
- My Aadhaar Dashboard appears
Where can mAadhaar be used?
Open or ClosemAadhaar app can be used anywhere anytime within India. mAadhaar is more than Aadhaar card in a wallet. On one hand the mAadhaar profile is accepted as a valid ID proof and on the other, Aadhaar number holder can use the features in the app to share their eKYC or QR code with service providers who sought Aadhaar verification of their customers before providing Aadhaar services.
Is it compulsory to have registered mobile number to use mAadhaar services?
Open or CloseNo. Anyone with a smartphone can install and use mAadhaar App.
Without a registered mobile number, Aadhaar number holder will be able to avail only few services such as Order Aadhaar PVC card, Locate Enrolment Center, Verify Aadhaar, Scanning QR code etc.
However registered mobile number is mandatory to create the profile in mAadhaar and use the same as digital identity and avail all other Aadhaar services. The OTP will be sent only to registered mobile for creating the profile in mAadhaar.
What is the mAadhaar app, and how can I use it?
Open or CloseThe mAadhaar app is an official mobile application by UIDAI that allows users to access Aadhaar services, download Aadhaar, generate Virtual IDs (VID), and update their details. It requires a registered mobile number for authentication.
How many profiles an individual can add or view on his or her mAadhaar mobile application?
Open or CloseA user can add or view up-to 5 Aadhaar profiles of their family members for each addition they will have to go through the same security feature of otp authentication from the users. If the user fail to authenticate they won’t be able to add or view Aadhaar.
Where can mAadhaar be used?
Open or ClosemAadhaar app can be used anywhere anytime within India. mAadhaar is more than Aadhaar card in a wallet. On one hand the mAadhaar profile is accepted as a valid ID proof and on the other, resident can use the features in the app to share their eKYC or QR code with service providers who sought Aadhaar verification of their customers before providing Aadhaar services.
Is there any process to update the Aadhaar details through mAadhaar app , such like DOB, Mobile number , address etc. and completer process to be added?
Open or CloseNo, the facility to update demographic details such as Name, DoB, Mobile number are not mAadhaar app. Only address update via document facility is currently available.
Is a registered mobile number necessary for using mAadhaar services?
Open or CloseNo, you can use the mAadhaar app without one, but only for limited services like ordering a PVC card or verifying Aadhaar. To access all services and use mAadhaar as your digital identity, a registered mobile number is mandatory for OTP verification.
What are the Key Features of mAadhaar?
Open or CloseKey Features of mAadhaar
1. Easy Access for Android and Apple Users
- Accessible on Play Store for Android and App Store for Apple users.
2. Track Aadhaar Authentication History
- Allows users to track their Aadhaar authentication history.
3. Biometric Lock/Unlock
- Provides the option to lock and unlock biometrics for enhanced security.
4. Download Aadhaar Card
- Users can download their Aadhaar card directly from the app.
5. Order PVC Aadhaar Card
- Facilitates ordering of a PVC Aadhaar card directly through the app for a nominal fee of Rs 50.
Review Aadhaar Update History
- Allows users to review their Aadhaar update history.
7. Update Address
- Enables users to update their Aadhaar-linked address seamlessly through the app.
How resident can create profile on mAadhaar app?
Open or CloseOnly someone with an Aadhaar linked to a registered mobile number can create Aadhaar profile in the mMAadhaar app. They can register their profile in an App installed in any smartphone. However the OTP will be sent to only their registered mobile. Steps to register Aadhaar profile are given below:
1. Launch the app.
2. Tap on the Register Aadhaar tab on the top of main dashboard
3. Create a 4 digit Pin/Password(memorize this password, as it will be required to access profile)
4. Provide Valid Aadhaar & enter valid Captcha
5. Enter Valid OTP and submit
6. The profile should get registered
7. The registered tab would now display the registered Aadhaar Name
8. Tap on My Aadhaar tab on the bottom menu
9. Enter 4-digit Pin/Password
10. My Aadhaar Dashboard appears
Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-kyc
Where can I find the Public Certificate for Digital Signature validation?
Open or ClosePublic certificate for Digital signature validation can be downloaded from here.
How this Aadhaar Offline Paperless eKYC document is different from the other identification documents produced offline by individuals?
Open or CloseIdentity verification can simply be accomplished by providing an identity document like PAN card, Passport etc to the service provider. However, all these documents, which may be used for identification can still be forged and faked which may or may not be possible to verify offline instantaneously. The document verifier has no technological means to verify the authenticity of the document or the information it contains and has to trust the document producer. Whereas, the XML file generated by the Aadhaar number holder using Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-KYC is digitally signed document using UIDAI digital signature. Thus, the service provider can verify the demographic contents of the file and certify it to be authentic when doing the offline verification
Can this Offline Paperless eKYC document be shared to other entities by the Service Provider?
Open or CloseService Providers shall not share, publish or display either XML or Share Code or its contents with anyone else. Any non-compliance of these actions shall invite actions under Sections 29(2), 29 (3), 29(4) and 37 of The Aadhaar Act, 2016 (as amended) and sub regulation 1A of regulation 25, regulation 14A of The Aadhaar (Authentication and Offline Verification) Regulation, 2021 and regulation 6 and 7 of The Aadhaar (Sharing of Information) Regulation, 2016.
How will service providers use Aadhaar Offline e-KYC?
Open or CloseThe process of Aadhaar Offline e-KYC Verification by Service Provider is:
- Once service provider obtains the ZIP file, it extracts the XML file using the password (share code) provided by the Aadhaar number holder.
- The XML file will contain the demographic details such as Name, DOB, Gender and Address. Photo is in base 64 encoded format which can be rendered directly using any utility or plane HTML page. Email Address and Mobile number are hashed.
- Service Provider has to collect Email Address and Mobile number from Aadhaar number holders and perform below operations in order to validate the hash:
Mobile Number:
Hashing logic: Sha256(Sha256(Mobile+ShareCode))*number of times of last digit of Aadhaar Number
Example :
Mobile number: 9800000002
Aadhaar Number: 123412341234
Share Code: Abc@123
Sha256(Sha256(9800000002+ Abc@123))*4
In case if Aadhaar Number ends with Zero or 1 (123412341230/1) it will be hashed one time.
Sha256(Sha256(9800000002+ Abc@123))*1Email Address:
Hashing Logic: This is a simple SHA256 hash of the email without any salt
- Entire XML is digitally signed and Service Provider can validate the XML file using the signature and public key available on the UIDAI website.(https://uidai.gov.in/images/uidai_offline_publickey_26022019.cer).

How to share this Paperless Offline eKYC document with the service provider?
Open or CloseAadhaar number holders can share the XML ZIP file along with the Share Code to the service provider as per their mutual convenience.
Who are the users of this Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-KYC?
Open or CloseAny Aadhaar number holder who desires to establish his/her identity to any service provider (OVSE) using digitally signed XML downloaded from UIDAI website can be a user of this service. The service provider should have provisions of providing this Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-KYC at their facility and do the offline verification
How to generate Offline Aadhaar XML?
Open or CloseThe process of generating Aadhaar Offline e-KYC is explained below:
• Go to URL https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/offline-ekyc
• Enter ‘Aadhaar Number’ or ‘VID’ and enter mentioned ‘Security Code’ in screen, then click on ‘Send OTP’. The OTP will be sent to the registered Mobile Number for the given Aadhaar number or VID. OTP will be available on m-Aadhaar mobile Application of UIDAI. Enter the OTP received. Enter a Share Code which be the password for the ZIP file and click on ‘Download’ button
• The Zip file containing the digitally signed XML will be downloaded to device wherein the above mentioned steps have been performed.
The Offline Aadhaar XML can also be downloaded from mAadhaar app.
What is Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-KYC?
Open or CloseIt is a secure sharable document which can be used by any Aadhaar number holder for offline verification of Identification.
An Aadhaar number holder desirous of using this facility shall generate his/her digitally signed Offline XML by accessing UIDAI website. The Offline XML will contain Name, Address, Photo, Gender, DOB, hash of registered Mobile Number, hash of registered Email Address and reference id which contains last 4 digits of Aadhaar Number followed by time stamp. It will provide Offline Aadhaar Verification facility to service providers/Offline Verification Seeking Entity (OVSE) without the need to collect or store Aadhaar number.
play_circle_outline
play_circle_outline
play_circle_outline
play_circle_outline
play_circle_outline
