Linking Aadhaar with your mobile number is necessary to avail various Aadhaar-related services, use the online Self Service Update Portal (SSUP), mAadhaar App, etc. Read on to know all about how to link mobile number with Aadhar card offline, documents required, charges involved and more.
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Steps to Link Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number Offline
You can link your Aadhaar card with mobile number by visiting the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment/Update centre. To register/update your mobile number in Aadhaar card, you need to follow the steps given below:
Step 1: Locate the nearest Aadhaar enrolment/update centre by clicking on https://appointments.uidai.gov.in/easearch.aspx
Step 2: Mention your mobile number in the Aadhaar Enrolment Form in case you are new to the UIDAI ecosystem to register your mobile number with Aadhaar card. Alternately, you can fill out the Aadhaar Correction Form in case you have changed your existing mobile number or did not register the same earlier.
Step 3: Submit the form, provide your biometrics for authentication and make the payment
Step 4: You will receive an acknowledgement slip from the executive
Step 5: The slip contains an Update Request Number (URN) which can be used to track the status of your Aadhaar or Aadhaar update. You can also track the status of your Aadhaar by calling UIDAI’s toll-free number 1947
Step 6: You are not required to get another Aadhaar card after updating mobile number in Aadhaar
Step 7: Once your mobile number is linked to Aadhaar card, you will start receiving Aadhaar OTPs for availing a number of facilities.
How to Book an Appointment
- You can either directly visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment/Update centre or pre-book an appointment online to avoid queues and have a more hassle-free experience.
- To book your appointment, you need to visit the UIDAI website and select the option to “Book an Appointment”
- Once you fill in the necessary details and choose the Aadhaar Seva Kendra that you wish to visit, you are also required the update/correction fee online
- On successful completion, an acknowledgement slip will be generated which you need to print and carry to the Aadhaar Update Centre at your designated date and time slot
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Steps to Link Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number Online
*This service has been temporarily discontinued by UIDAI.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to link Aadhar with mobile number online without visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra:
- Visit this Indian Postal Service website link
- Enter basic details including your name, address, mobile number, email address, etc.
- Choose ‘PPB- Aadhaar Service’ as the Service from the drop-down menu
- Select UIDAI-Mobile/Email to Aadhaar linking/update
- Once you have filled the required fields and made the appropriate selections, click the ‘Request OTP’ button
- On the next screen, enter the OTP received on your mobile number
- Click on ‘ Confirm Service Request’. You will receive a Reference Number which you can use to track the status of your application
- Upon successful submission, the request will be sent to the post office near you
- The verification process will be done by an officer tasked with the Aadhar update/linking job. The officer will visit your address and carry out the verification process using a mobile biometric device (For iris, fingerprints and photographs).
He/she will complete the update/linking process and charge you a fee for the service.
Documents Required to Link Aadhaar with Mobile Number
The only document required for linking Aadhaar card with a mobile connection is a self-attested copy of your Aadhar card. You do not have to provide any other document, address proof or identity proof for this purpose.
Fee for Linking Your Aadhaar with Mobile Number
You are not required to pay any charges to link your Aadhaar card with mobile number at the time of Aadhaar enrolment. However, in case you wish to link/change/update your mobile number registered with Aadhaar, you will be required to pay Rs. 50 (inclusive of GST) for the same. Do note that, in case multiple fields are updated in one instance, no additional fee needs to be paid.
Benefits of Linking Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number
Here are a few key reasons why you should link your Aadhaar with mobile number:
- In order to avail various Aadhaar-related facilities, you need to link your Aadhaar card with mobile number. OTPs are sent on your registered mobile number which need to be provided to avail different Aadhaar services. These OTPs help in adding an added layer of security to your Aadhaar. You will not be able to avail these services in case your number is not linked with Aadhaar.
- To use the online Self Service Update Portal (SSUP) for updation, your mobile number should be linked with your Aadhaar card
- You also need to link your mobile number to Aadhaar card in order to avail all online services related to Aadhaar.
- To download your Aadhaar card online, that is, e-Aadhaar, you are required to provide the OTP sent on your registered mobile number.
- The mAadhaar app lets you carry your Aadhaar on your phone and avail various Aadhaar services using your mobile phone. You can use the mAadhaar app only when your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar. Click to know more about the mAadhaar app.
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Linking Aadhaar to Mobile Number FAQs
Q. How many mobile numbers can I link with my Aadhaar Card?
A. You can only link/register a single mobile number with your Aadhaar card.
Q. Can I link my mobile number with the Adhaar card of my family members?
A.One mobile number can be linked to multiple Aadhaar cards.
Q. My mobile number is linked with Aadhaar. Can I link a different mobile number with my Aadhaar card?
A. Yes, you can change/update the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar card by visiting the nearest Aadhaar update centre.
Q. Do I have to visit the same enrolment centre for updation where my original enrolment was done?
A. No, you can visit any of the Aadhaar Seva Kendras to update Aadhaar details.
Q. Will my Aadhaar number change after update?
A. No, your Aadhaar number will remain same even after the update.
Q. How to check Aadhar card link with mobile number?
A. You can use the Aadhaar card verification process to check if your Aadhaar card is linked to your mobile number. Go to the Aadhaar verification page, enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number, captcha code and receive an OTP on your mobile number. Enter the OTP received and know if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar or not.
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Q. Why am I not receiving OTP on Aadhaar registered mobile number?
A. In case you have not received an OTP, it could mean that your mobile number is not linked to your Aadhaar card. You can verify the same through the UIDAI website.
Q. Can I use mAadhaar App for linking my mobile number with my Aadhaar app?
A. At present, you can only link your mobile number with Aadhaar by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Q. Can I Use Umang App for updating my mobile number?
A. This facility is not yet offered by UIDAI. You can link your mobile number with Aadhaar only by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Q. What if my mobile number is already linked with another Aadhaar number?
A. You can link one mobile number with 5 Aadhaar cards at the same time.
Q. How can I update or correct an error in my Aadhaar-linked mobile number?
A. You can visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra to get your mobile number updated/corrected.
Q. Can I change Aadhar card mobile number without OTP?
A. Yes, you simply need to fill up and submit the Aadhaar card update/correction form at your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra and pay a fee of Rs. 50 to change your mobile number in Aadhaar card.
Q. How to check Aadhaar card mobile number change status?
A. You can check if your mobile number has been linked/updated with your Aadhaar card via the UIDAI official website using your URN or Update Request Number. You can also visit the nearby Aadhaar Sewa Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre to check your Aadhar update status. Moreover, you can track your Aadhaar card update status by calling UIDAI’s toll-free number 1947 using your registered mobile number or mAadhaar app.
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48 Comments
hello , my adhar card is linked with my mother phone number which is not in function and now i want to limk my addhar with my mobile no . for this shoild i visit or apply online through postal website , if i do through postal address and how much fees officer will charged and their process for verification
To update your mobile number in Aadhaar card you can either visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or do it online via the Indian Postal Service website as per your convenience. A fee of Rs. 50 is charged each time you choose to make a demographic update on your Aadhaar card. In case you choose to do it via the Indian Postal Service website, a demographic update fee of Rs. 50 + Rs. 20 plus GST per doorstep visit per customer if your address is beyond 1Km from the Post Office is charged. The verification process involves the assigned officer visiting your address and carrying out the verification process using a mobile biometric device (For iris, fingerprints and photographs).
My parmanent address is of Nashik. But for Education purpose I am in banglore for some time. How do I link my phone no with aadhar through online procedure?
You can update/link Aadhaar to your mobile number online via the Indian Postal Service website.
Hi, I am living abroad. Can I link my mobile number to aadhar through online?
No, if you are living abroad you cannot update your mobile number in Aadhaar online. You need to visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra physically for the mobile number update.
I want to link me phone number with Aadhar card
Hi Wangden, you should book an appointment online (to skip long queues) and visit the Aadhaar Sewa Kendra to link your mobile number with Aadhaar
How to link mobile number with Aadhar online if I have Jio connection?
You can link your mobile number with Aadhaar online via the Indian Postal Service website. All Aadhaar cardholders can use this method irrespective of their network connection/telecom operator to link their Aadhaar with mobile number online.