Author: Sumit Kumar

Prior to the launch of the ambitious Aadhaar platform, having a universal ID system seemed like a distant dream. While carrying multiple identity documents (such as Voter ID card, PAN card, Drivers’ Licence, Passport and Ration Card) used to be the norm, things have changed for sure. With the push towards Aadhaar-based UID gaining strength,...

A couple of months ago, when it was mandatory to link an individual’s Aadhaar biometric data with the IT Department-issued Permanent Account Number, an estimated 1.22 crore individuals completed the process within a few weeks. However, that number represents only a fraction of the total number of PAN cards issued and many individuals reported that...

Aadhaar card is an identity card issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India on behalf of the Govt. of India. It contains a QR code which contains all the information of that person including the iris and biometric scan results of the applicant. Many government programmes have been linked with Aadhaar to make subsidy...

The government has asked the banks (both private and public sector) to provide Aadhaar enrolment and update facility within their branches so that the customers can link their bank accounts with Aadhaar by December 31, 2017. Banks are advised to provide this facility in one out of 5-6 nearby branches, since it might be difficult...

To prevent misuse of the biometric data stored in your Aadhaar, UIDAI allows you to secure your information by locking your Aadhaar Card. Steps To Lock and Unlock Biometric Data Of Your Aadhaar Card Online Get Your CIBIL Score Report with Monthly Updates at ZERO Cost Check Now   One can lock and unlock biometric...

A majority of adults in the country have already enrolled themselves for Aadhaar. Although it is not mandatory for kids to possess Aadhaar, parents are looking forward to enrol their children to save them from future hassles. How to Enrol your Child for Aadhaar? For Children below 5 years of Age Go to Aadhaar Enrolment...

Aadhaar is one of the ‘must have’ documents for everyone. If you still have not applied for it, you must do so at your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. However, if you are not able to find an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre near your area, then read further. How to Search for an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre? There...

The last date to link Aadhaar number with Permanent Account Number (PAN) has been extended by the Central Board of Direct Taxes from August 5 to August 31, 2017. Earlier, the Central government had made linking the PAN with Aadhaar No. mandatory if you are filing your Income Tax Returns or carrying out a bank...

Aadhaar card has been made mandatory for students who would appear in the next session of open school examinations to ensure that no proxy candidates give examinations on behalf of other candidates. National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has decided to make Aadhaar mandatory for all examinations conducted by the body after getting approval from the MHRD...

The Income Tax Department has extended the deadline for linking PAN and Aadhaar to 31st December. This has come out as a huge relief for all taxpayers who had filed their ITRs before 5th August but were unable to link the two documents till 31st August. The government has taken this step in the light...