Aadhaar Card acts as proof of identity and proof of address. It is also important to avail various government-aided subsidies, opening a bank account, investing in fixed deposit, mutual funds, etc. However, it is imperative that you must not lose your Aadhaar card, but in case of loss or misplacement of Aadhaar card, you can get a duplicate Aadhaar card issued with ease. The duplicate card has the same card number and other details as the original card.
Required Documents to Re-apply for Aadhar Card
- Proof of Identification:- An identity document includes Ration/PDS Photo Card, PAN Card, passport, driving license, etc.
- Proof of Address:- The address proof documents include bank account details/passbook, electricity bill, water bill, telephone bill, Property Tax receipt, Credit Card statement, etc.
- Proof of Date of Birth:- The documents accepted for the proof of date of birth includes Birth Certificate, Mark sheet issued by any Government Board or University, PAN card, etc.
How to Get Duplicate e-Aadhaar Card Online
Step 1: Go to the official UIDAI website i.e. https://resident.uidai.gov.in/lost-uideid
Step 2: Choose either ‘Aadhaar No (UID)’ or ‘Enrolment No (EID)’ option
Step 3: Input basic information like the name, email address or mobile number registered with UID
Step 4: Type in the security code as displayed on the screen
Step 5: Click on the ‘Send OTP’ button
Step 6: An OTP will be sent to your registered email address or mobile number. Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Submit’ button. Once done, your Aadhaar Number will be sent to your registered email address or mobile number. A confirmation regarding the same will also appear on your screen
How to Get Duplicate Aadhaar PVC Card Online?
Step 1: Visit the official website of UIDAI and click on ‘Order Aadhaar PVC Card’ listed under the Get Aadhaar section
Step 2: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number or 28-digit EID along with the security code
Step 3: Now, tick mark the check box if your mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar Card and fill in the non-registered mobile number. In case your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar, you can also login to myAadhaar (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) and request for a PVC card.
Step 4: Click on the ‘Send OTP’.
Step 5: Your OTP will be sent to the option as selected in the previous step. Enter the OTP and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Step 6: You can now preview the Aadhaar card details (only if your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar)
Step 7: Make payment either using UPI, net banking, debit card or credit card
Step 8: After successful payment, you can download the payment slip
Turnaround Time
The processing time for the retrieval of lost Aadhar card will take 90 days after the initial request.
FAQs
Where do I visit to get forgotten Aadhar UID or EID offline?
You need to visit Aadhar Seva Kendra to get forgotten Aadhar UID or EID offline.
I don’t have a registered mobile number with Aadhar Card, can I get lost Aadhar online?
Yes, you can definitely get your lost Aadhar online if you have your registered email ID.