Linking Aadhaar with your mobile number is necessary for accessing various government services, receiving subsidies, and ensuring seamless communication with service providers and also makes accessing your Aadhaar card easier. In this article, you will get the step-by-step process on how to link the Aadhaar card with a mobile number.

Different Ways To Link Mobile Numbers With Aadhaar

There are several ways to do the Aadhaar card link with mobile number. Let’s take a look at all the different ways in detail.

Telecom Provider’s Website

1. Go to the official website of the telecom service provider.

2. Enter the mobile number.

3. Enter the OTP on the website and click "Submit".

4. Provide the 12-digit Aadhaar number that you want to link with your mobile.

5. The telecom operator will send another OTP for Aadhaar verification.

6. Enter your KYC details, and the received OTP, and accept the terms and conditions.

7. After completing the process, you'll receive a confirmation message that your Aadhaar has been successfully linked or re-verified with your mobile number.

Indian Postal Service Website

1. Visit the Indian Postal Service’s website.

2. Enter the required information.

3. Select ‘PPB-Aadhaar Service’, then choose ‘UIDAI-Mobile/Email to Aadhaar Linking/Updating’.

4. Click on ‘Request OTP’.

5. Enter the OTP.

6. Click on “Confirm Service Request” and note the Reference Number.

7. The request will then be sent to the nearby post office.

8. An officer will visit the home to verify the identity using a biometric device.

9. The officer completes the process and bills for the service.

Via SMS

1. Visit the nearest store of your mobile network provider.

2. Give a self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card.

3. Provide mobile number and Aadhaar details.

4. Generate a 4-digit OTP using the re-verification app.

5. The OTP will be sent to your mobile number.

6. Enter OTP and complete the biometrics process.

7. After 24 hours, you’ll get a confirmation SMS. Reply “Y” to complete the e-KYC process.

Interactive Voice Response

1. Dial the toll-free number 14546.

2. Select the option to verify if you are a resident of India or an NRI.

3. Enter the 12-digit Aadhaar number.

4. Press 1 to confirm the Aadhaar number.

5. Enter the mobile number registered with your Aadhaar to get an OTP.

6. Allow them to access your date of birth, name, and photo from the UIDAI database.

7. Enter the OTP received on your mobile phone.

8. Press 1 to complete the re-verification process.

Visit The Aadhaar Enrolment Centre Or Seva Kendra

1. Visit the official UIDAI website to find the nearest Aadhaar enrolment/update centre.

2. Enter your mobile number in the Aadhaar Enrolment Form to register it with your Aadhaar.

3. Submit the form.

4. provide biometrics for authentication, and pay any required fees.

5. The executive will give an acknowledgement slip.

6. The slip will have an Update Request Number (URN) to track the progress of your Aadhaar or update.

7. Check the status of your Aadhaar by calling the UIDAI toll-free number 1947.

Conclusion

Everyone with an Aadhaar card must link it to their mobile number. This will enhance the security of Aadhaar-related activities. Every time someone uses an Aadhaar-based service, they will get a notification with an OTP for confirmation. This will make things easier and safer, and if it is not linked to a mobile number, it will prevent people from getting access to several Aadhaar-enabled services.

For any queries regarding linking Aadhaar to a mobile number, call 1947 or send an email to help@uidai.gov.in.