Aadhaar is managed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Government of India. The official MyAadhaar portal provides Aadhaar enrolment, updates, downloads, verification, security and other Aadhaar-related services.
Important Aadhaar Services
| Service | Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Enrolment | Apply for new Aadhaar | MyAadhaar Portal |
| Aadhaar Update | Update eligible Aadhaar details | Update Aadhaar |
| Download e-Aadhaar | Download electronic Aadhaar | Download e-Aadhaar |
| Order Aadhaar PVC Card | Order Aadhaar PVC card online | Order PVC Card |
| Book Appointment | Schedule Aadhaar Seva Kendra visit | Book Appointment |
| Locate Aadhaar Centre | Find an enrolment/update centre | MyAadhaar Portal |
| Verify Aadhaar | Check Aadhaar number validity | UIDAI Aadhaar Services |
Apply / Access / Track / Download
| User Need | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Check Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Status | MyAadhaar Portal |
| Download Aadhaar | Download e-Aadhaar |
| Track PVC Card | MyAadhaar Portal |
| Verify Aadhaar | UIDAI Aadhaar Services |
| Lock/Unlock Biometrics | MyAadhaar Portal |
UIDAI confirms that e-Aadhaar is equally valid as the physical Aadhaar copy.
Services for VLEs / CSC Operators
Aadhaar enrolment and update services are performed through authorised enrolment/update centres. VLEs should use only officially authorised access and should not assume that every Aadhaar service is available through CSC.
Help & Grievance
| Problem | Official Support |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar-related help | UIDAI Helpline: 1947 |
| Complaint / Grievance | MyAadhaar Portal |
UIDAI lists 1947 as its toll-free Aadhaar helpline.
Important Notes
- Some online services require the registered mobile number and OTP.
- Mobile-number updates are not currently permitted through the online update process and require an authorised centre/postman service.
- Always use official UIDAI/MyAadhaar websites for Aadhaar services.