How to apply for a new Aadhaar card and check status online?

To apply for a new Aadhaar card, you can start the enrollment process online. Whether you want a new card or aim to update your data, making online requests related to your Aadhaar Card is a simple process. This 12-digit Aadhaar number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows you to enjoy many services quickly and without any hassle. 

One of these is getting access to loans and other financial products. Moreover, it is a document that includes all your details, like your name, date of birth, permanent address and more. Therefore, it is also a crucial part of KYC documentation. Considering these facts, if you don’t have an Aadhaar Card yet, you should apply for one as soon as possible. 

Read on to learn how to apply for an Aadhaar card online, how to download your card, check its status and more. 

How to Apply Online for an Aadhaar Card

Applying for an Aadhaar Card online is a simple process. The first part is to book an appointment, for which you can follow these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website 
• Step 2: Select your preferred language 
• Step 3: Select the ‘Book an Appointment’ under the ‘Get Aadhaar’ section of the ‘My Aadhaar’ tab
• Step 4: Select your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra and proceed to book an appointment 
• Step 5: Select the ‘New Aadhaar’ option on the enrollment page 
• Step 6: Enter your mobile number and the captcha code and click on ‘Generate OTP’
• Step 7: Enter the OTP and verify the process
• Step 8: Fill in the appointment and personal details and confirm the appointment 
• Step 9: Download the acknowledgement slip with the enrolment number and appointment details

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These steps allow you to: 

• Apply for a new Aadhaar card
• Update your demographic details
• Update your biometric details
• Manage your appointments 
• Apply for an Aadhaar home enrollment service

Once you have submitted the application for an Aadhaar card, you can go to your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra to complete the process by following these steps: 

• Step 1: Visit your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
• Step 2: Submit your documents for demographic data entry
• Step 3: Submit your biometric data, that is, photograph, iris scan and fingerprint
• Step 4: Collect your acknowledgement documents with the enrollment ID

This enrollment ID is crucial to track the status of your card when you apply online for an Aadhaar card. 

How to Find Your Nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre

Finding your nearest enrollment centre is very easy on the UIDAI website. Just follow these steps:

• Step 1: Click on ‘Locate an Enrolment Centre’ under the ‘Get Aadhaar section on the website 
• Step 2: Select the suitable search option from State, Pin Code or Search Box
• Step 3: Enter your details 
• Step 4: Click on ‘Locate a Centre’

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How to Download e-Aadhaar from the UIDAI Website

When you apply for a new Aadhaar card, the physical card will take up to 90 days to get delivered to your address. Meanwhile, you can download an e-Aadhaar card with these steps:

• Step 1: Go to the ‘My Aadhaar’ page on the UIDAI website
• Step 2: Click on the ‘Download Aadhaar’
• Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar Number, Enrollment Number or Virtual ID and enter the captcha
• Step 4: Click on ‘Send OTP’ and verify your OTP
• Step 5: Select ‘Download Aadhaar’ 

How to Get an Aadhaar PVC Card

To apply for an Aadhaar PVC card, you can follow these steps:

• Step 1: Go to the ‘My Aadhaar’ page 
• Step 2: Select the ‘Order Aadhaar PVC Card’ option 
• Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar Number or Enrolment ID
• Step 4: Click on the ‘Send OTP’ button to generate OTP
• Step 5: Enter OTP, check the ‘Terms and Conditions’ box and click on ‘Submit’
• Step 7: Verify your Aadhaar details and click on ‘Make payment’
• Step 8: Make payment and download the acknowledgement slip

Once you have sent the application for an Aadhaar card, you will receive your card within 5 working days at your residence address as mentioned on the card. With these steps, you can apply for a new Aadhaar card, check its status and download your card more quickly and easily. 

Having a valid Aadhaar card also makes it easier to get loans from financial institutions like Fibe. With Fibe, you can get an instant Personal Loan up to ₹5 lakhs and handle financial undertakings easily and affordably. To get started, download the Personal Loan App or go to our website to apply online. 

FAQ on How to Apply for Aadhaar Card Online

What documents are required to get Aadhaar?

Here are the documents required to apply for an Aadhaar card:

• Birth certificate
• Passport
• PAN card 
• Ration / PDS photo card
• Voter ID card
• Driving license
• Marriage certificate 
• ST/ SC/ OBC certificate
• School leaving certificate
• High school mark sheet
• Bank account statement
• Electricity, water, telephone or other utility bill

Can we take an Aadhaar card online?

Yes, you can download an eAadhaar on the UIDAI site using your enrollment or Aadhaar number. 

How much money is required for an Aadhaar card?

Here are the fees that you must pay for Aadhaar card services:

• Demographic Update: ₹50
• Biometric Update: ₹100
• Biometric with Demographic Update: ₹100
• Aadhaar Card Download on A4 sheet: ₹30

Can I apply for an Aadhaar card without any documents?

Yes, you can send an application for an Aadhaar card without any documents on the basis of documents of the head of the family. 

Is an Aadhaar card making free of cost?

Yes, you do not have to pay any fees or charges when you apply online for an Aadhaar card, but there are costs associated with updates and requesting a PVC card.

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