Aadhaar Link with Mobile Number

Once you link your phone number with your Aadhaar, it gives you access to several services offered by UIDAI. But do you need to link your Aadhaar card with your mobile number? The short answer is yes, because keeping your Aadhaar updated with details like phone number and e-mail address ensures that you receive your OTPs whenever required without any hassle

 Keeping your Aadhaar Card 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.

Check Aadhaar Link to Mobile Number 

Here is how to check if your Aadhaar card is linked to your mobile number. The Aadhaar link to mobile number check can be done either online or offline. Let us take a look at both the methods.

Check if Aadhaar is Linked to Mobile Number - Online?

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 -

STEP 1: Visit the official website of UIDAI.  

STEP 2: Go to ‘My Aadhaar’ section → ‘Aadhaar Services’.

STEP 3: Choose the 'Verify Email/Mobile Number' option.

STEP 4: Select the ‘Verify Mobile Number’ option and enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number, and captcha code. 

STEP 5: Click on ‘Submit’.

Once you click ‘Submit,’ one of the two messages will appear; “The mobile number you have entered is already verified with our records” or “The mobile number you have entered does not match with our records”.

How to Link Your Mobile Number to Your Aadhaar Online?

Unfortunately, you cannot link your mobile number to your Aadhaar card for the first time through the online process. You can however, do it via the offline process that is discussed later. 

Here is how you can update a new mobile number to your Aadhaar card through the online method - 

STEP 1: Go to the Indian Postal Service website.

STEP 2: Enter your details like your name, address, PIN code, mobile number, and address.

STEP 3: Go to ‘Services’ → ‘PPB Aadhaar Service’ → ‘UIDAI-Mobile/Email to Aadhaar linking/update’

STEP 4: Click on ‘Request OTP’ once you have filled in all the details. Then enter the OTP in the specified place.

STEP 5: Click on ‘Confirm Service Request’ to receive a reference number to track your application status later.

STEP 6: The service request will go to your nearest post office branch. An officer will come to your address and verify your biometrics. Once the linking is completed, you will have to pay a fee for it.

Aadhaar Card Mobile Number Check - Offline Method 

You can also check whether your Aadhaar is linked with your mobile number offline. If the online method does not work, or if you prefer visiting in person, follow these steps to verify the Aadhaar card mobile number link:

STEP 1: Go to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.  

STEP 2: Give your mobile number and Aadhaar number to the official present at the center.

STEP 3: The official will check and let you know if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar number.

How to Link a Mobile Number to Aadhaar Offline?

If you are unable to link your Aadhaar card to your mobile number online, follow these steps to do it through the offline process -

STEP 1: Go to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. 

STEP 2: Request an Aadhaar correction form or download it beforehand, fill it out, and take it with you. 

STEP 3: Enter your mobile number on the form and give your biometric information to the officials.

STEP 4: Submit the form and wait for the information to be updated.

Book an Appointment for Aadhaar Mobile No. Link

It is not necessary to book an appointment prior to visiting the nearest Aadhaar enrolment/update center. However, you can avoid queues and save time by following these steps:

STEP 1: Go to the appointment booking section of the official UIDAI website.  

STEP 2: Go to ‘My Aadhaar’ → ‘Book Appointment’ (Under ‘Get Aadhaar section’).

STEP 3: Select your location and click ‘Proceed to Book Appointment’.

STEP 4: Enter your mobile number and verify the Captcha code            and the OTP received on your mobile number. Fill in the necessary details and select the Aadhaar Seva Kendra you wish to visit. 

STEP 5: An acknowledgment slip will be generated. Print the slip and carry it with you on the date of the appointment.

Once you submit your request at the Aadhaar center to link your Aadhaar card with your mobile number it can take up to 7 to 10 working days for the new mobile number to get updated. You will receive an SMS confirmation on your new mobile number once the update is successful.

Check Mobile Numbers Linked to Your Aadhaar via TAFCOP Portal

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:

• STEP 1: Visit the TAFCOP portal. 

• STEP 2: Under Citizen Centric Services, click 'Know Your Mobile Connections'. 

• STEP 3: Type in your mobile number, captcha, and the OTP you receive.

• STEP 4: The next page will display all the mobile numbers issued under your Aadhaar number.

If any of the listed numbers are obsolete or not yours, you can initiate the removal process. 

Documents Required for Aadhaar Card-Mobile Number Linking

Users looking to complete the Aadhaar card link with a mobile number only require one document.

The only document required to link an Aadhaar 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.

Charges to Link Mobile Number to Aadhaar Card

There are no charges to link your mobile number to your Aadhaar card for the first time. However, you will have to pay a nominal charge of ₹50 to update the new information. You can update multiple fields at once, and you won’t have to pay anything extra for it.

Aadhaar Link to Mobile Number Through IVR

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 -

STEP 1: Call 14546 and follow the IVR instructions.

STEP 2: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and confirm it.

STEP 3: Enter your mobile number that is registered with Aadhaar to get OTP.

STEP 4: Give consent for your telecom provider to access your details from UIDAI.

STEP 5: Enter the OTP and finalize the verification process.

Can I Also Add/Update my Mobile Number in Aadhaar Online?

There are certain factors to be kept in mind while looking to update your mobile number in Aadhaar. 

1. It is only possible to update your address and documents via the online website 

2. For any other updates, the user has to visit their nearest enrollment center 

3. There is no need to carry documents for a mobile number update

4. To verify the process, the Aadhaar holder should be there in person for Biometric authentication 

5. There is a small charge of ₹50 per request to update mobile number (one or more demographic updates)

6. 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

Importance of Linking Aadhaar with Mobile Number

There are several benefits to linking your Aadhaar card with your mobile number. Some of them are mentioned below -

1. Linking your Aadhaar number to your mobile number improves security and reduces the chances of identity theft

2. As the Aadhaar is an identity and address proof recognized nationwide, linking your mobile number to it simplifies authentication

3. Makes KYC verification easier by receiving OTP on your linked mobile number

4. Linking the Aadhaar and your mobile number makes investing in mutual funds and shares easy

5. The linking helps the government validate your identity, thus stopping fraudsters and criminals from misusing your number

6. 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

7. Once you link your mobile number to your Aadhaar card, you can easily avail all the government schemes that you are eligible for

8. You can also e-verify your income tax return with your Aadhaar card and mobile number

9. Additionally, this link facilitates the weeding out of fraudsters and criminals who create fake Aadhaar cards to dupe the government

10. 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.

Conclusion