Linking your phone number with your Aadhaar lets you avail of several online services offered by UIDAI. Keeping your Aadhaar updated with details like phone number and e-mail address makes sure that you receive your OTPs whenever required without any hassle.
Here is how to quickly check if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar.
If you are wondering how to check if your Aadhaar card is linked to your mobile number, here is how to do it. The Aadhaar link to mobile number check can be done either online or offline. Let us look at the processes one by one.
The UIDAI website makes it super easy to check the status of your linking from the comfort of your home. Follow these steps to do it -
If the mobile number you entered is linked to your Aadhaar, you will see this message on the screen - ‘The mobile number you have entered is already verified with our records’.
If it is not linked, you will see this message - ‘The mobile number you have entered does not match with our records’.
If the online method is not working, or you want to do it in person, you can also use the offline process to check if your Aadhaar and mobile number are linked. Here are the steps you will need to follow -
Only one mobile number can be linked to your Aadhaar. But when you purchase a new SIM card, you must give your Aadhaar number. Up to nine mobile numbers can be issued using the same Aadhaar number.
Here is how you can check how many mobile numbers are issued under your Aadhaar number:
If any of the listed numbers are obsolete or not yours, you can initiate the removal process.
Please note that this service is only available in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kerala, Jammu & Kashmir, and Telangana.
Booking an appointment is not necessary, you can just visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment/update center. However, to avoid queues you can follow the below steps:
Users looking to complete Aadhaar card link with a mobile number only require one document.
The only document required to link an Aadhaar card with a mobile number is your Aadhaar card. There is no need to provide any other document, address proof, or identity proof for this procedure.
There are several benefits to linking your Aadhaar card with your mobile number. Some of them are mentioned below -
Linking your Aadhaar number to your mobile number improves security and reduces the chances of identity theft
As the Aadhaar is an identity and address proof recognized nationwide, linking your mobile number to it simplifies authentication
Makes KYC verification easier by receiving OTP on your linked mobile number
Linking the Aadhaar and your mobile number makes investing in mutual funds and shares easy
The linking helps the government validate your identity, thus stopping fraudsters and criminals from misusing your number
Helps you complete transactions easily as once your Aadhaar and mobile number are linked, you can receive your OTP for Aadhaar validation on your mobile number
Once you link your mobile number to your Aadhaar card, you can easily avail all the government schemes that you are eligible for
You can also e-verify your income tax return with your Aadhaar card and mobile number
Additionally, this link facilitates the weeding out of fraudsters and criminals who create fake Aadhaar cards to dupe the government
Linking your mobile number to your Aadhaar card allows you to use the mAadhaar app. The app stores your Aadhaar details on your phone making sure that you always have your Aadhaar at hand.
You can also link your mobile number to your Aadhaar through toll-free services, available for both prepaid and postpaid customers. Here are the steps you need to follow for the same -
There are certain factors to be kept in mind while looking to update your mobile number in Aadhaar.
It is only possible to update your address and documents via the online website
For any other updates, the user has to visit their nearest enrollment center
There is no need to carry documents for mobile number update
To verify the process, the Aadhaar holder should be there in person for Biometric authentication
There is a small charge of Rs.50 per request to update mobile number (one or more demographic updates)
You can update your mobile number any number of times in Aadhaar. However, other factors have a limit.
Name: Twice in a lifetime
Gender: Once in a lifetime
Date of Birth: Once in a lifetime
How long will it take to link an Aadhaar card with a mobile number?
It will take a maximum of 30 days to link your mobile number to your Aadhaar card.
How to update my mobile number in Aadhaar online?
You cannot update or change your mobile number on your Aadhaar card online. You will have to visit an Aadhaar enrolment center to do so.
Is it safe to link my Aadhaar card with my mobile number?
Yes, it is safe to link your Aadhaar card to your mobile number. In fact, it helps spot fraudsters trying to use your number or Aadhaar details without your knowledge.
I no longer live at the address listed on my Aadhaar card. Can I re-verify my Aadhaar with my mobile number?
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