The Unique Identity Authority of India (UIDAI) issues Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identity number, to Indian residents. It works as a digital identity that may be utilized for a variety of purposes. Aadhaar numbers are unique to each individual. Aadhaar verifies biometric data (fingerprints, iris scans) and demographic information (name, address).
Individuals may experience worry if they lose or forget their Aadhaar number, given the importance of it. Remember, this is a controllable circumstance. By following the actions outlined below, you can reduce any annoyance and hazards.
If you have lost or forgotten your Aadhaar number, you may simply retrieve it by visiting the UIDAI’s official website.
Here’s A Step-By-Step Guide To Retrieve Your Aadhaar Number
- The lost or forgotten Aadhaar number may be obtained online by visiting the following URL https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/retrieve-eid-uid
- Select your requirement: Aadhaar/EID you wish to retrieve.
- Enter your entire name as it appears on Aadhaar, your cellphone number/email address, and the Captcha. Then, enter the OTP.
- After mobile OTP-based authentication, the requested Aadhaar number/EID will be given by SMS to the associated cellphone number.
- This service is free of charge.
UIDAI offers several alternatives for tracing or retrieving your lost/forgotten Aadhaar number, even if your mobile/email address is not linked to Aadhaar.
Option 1: An operator at an Aadhaar enrolling facility can assist you recover your Aadhaar number via the “Print Aadhaar” service.
- Aadhaar card holders must visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre in person.
- Please provide the following necessary information: Name, gender, district, or PIN code from the Aadhaar-generated enrollment.
- If the requirement cannot be tracked due to the availability of many entries, further demographic information such as year of birth, C/O, state, and so on may be provided to restrict the search.
- Provide biometric identification with a single fingerprint or iris (RD Device).
- If a match is found, the operator will print out the e-Aadhaar letter.
Option 2: Retrieving Lost/Forgotten Aadhaar numbers by contacting the UIDAI Helpline number 1947
Stage 1
- Call 1947 (toll-free).
- Please provide the demographic information requested by the executive.
- If a match is found, the executive will supply the EID on-call.
- This service is free of charge.
Stage 2 (IVRS)
- Call 1947 again. After selecting the Language choice, key in option 1 (request status), followed by option 2 (request of Aadhaar enrolment status).
- Provide the available EID number of the Aadhaar-generated enrollment to IVRS.
- Provide the Date of Birth and PIN code as per the Aadhaar-generated enrollment to IVRS.
- If a match is detected, IVRS will provide the Aadhaar number.
- This service is free of charge.
