how to download aadhar card

how to download aadhar card

To download your Aadhaar card online, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the UIDAI Official Website: Go to the official website of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) at https://uidai.gov.in/.
  2. Select "Download Aadhaar": Under the "My Aadhaar" tab, click on the "Download Aadhaar" option.
  3. Enter Aadhaar Details: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number or 16-digit Virtual ID, full name, pin code, and the security code displayed on the page.
  4. Request for OTP: Click on the "Send OTP" button. You will receive a one-time password (OTP) on your registered mobile number. If you have enabled the TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) option, you can select the "Enter TOTP" option instead.
  5. Enter OTP: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number or the TOTP generated using the mAadhaar app.
  6. Verify OTP and Download: After entering the OTP, click on the "Submit" button. You will be directed to a new page where you can download your Aadhaar card in PDF format.
  7. Enter Password: To open the downloaded PDF, you need to enter a password. The password is the first four letters of your name in CAPITAL letters followed by your birth year (YYYY). For example, if your name is "RAMESH KUMAR" and your birth year is 1990, the password will be "RAME1990".
  8. Print Aadhaar Card: Once the PDF is downloaded, open it using a PDF reader application and take a printout of your Aadhaar card.

Remember to keep your Aadhaar card safe and do not share it with anyone unless necessary. Also, ensure that you download the Aadhaar card only from the official UIDAI website to avoid any security risks.