Aadhaar New Enrollment

Apply for a new Aadhaar card at any authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identity number issued by UIDAI to residents of India.

Overview

Aadhaar enrolment is free for all residents. You need to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre (permanent or camp) with valid proof of identity, proof of address, and optionally proof of date of birth. Biometric data (photograph, fingerprints, iris) and demographic details are captured during enrolment.

Process

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Locate your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre at uidai.gov.in

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Carry original documents (no photocopies accepted for verification)

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Fill Form 1 (Aadhaar Enrolment and Update form) or provide details at the centre

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Provide biometric data: photograph, fingerprints, iris scan

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Receive acknowledgement slip with enrolment ID

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Track status at resident.uidai.gov.in using enrolment ID

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Aadhaar letter is dispatched to your registered address (typically within 90 days)

Documents Required

Proof of Identity (POI): Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Ration Card, etc.

Proof of Address (POA): Bank statement, utility bill, ration card, etc.

Proof of Date of Birth (optional): Birth certificate, school leaving certificate, passport

For children under 5: Birth certificate; parent must have Aadhaar and provide biometric authentication

Eligibility

Resident of India (including NRIs with specified visas)

No age limit; children can be enrolled

Foreign nationals with 182+ days stay in India (valid visa required)

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Note: Aadhaar enrolment is free. Beware of fraudulent agencies charging fees. Use only UIDAI-authorised centres.