<p>Aadhaar cards are one of the most essential documents provided by the Indian government, and they serve as <strong>proof of identity and residence</strong>. The Indian government established <strong>UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India)</strong> in 2016 to give Unique Identification numbers (UID) known as "Aadhaar" to each citizen of India. Aadhaar card contains a <strong>12-digit unique number</strong> by which government bodies can recognize Indian residents. Besides this, every citizen who lives in India needs an Aadhaar card to access government benefits.</p>
<p>No matter if you are an OCI or PIO, you can enjoy the benefits offered by the Indian government if you have your Aadhaar. Do you have an <strong>Aadhar card</strong> but don’t know how to download it? If yes, then this post belongs to you.</p>
<p>In this blog, we will discuss different methods by which you can easily download your E-Aadhar card.</p>
<h2>Step-by-Step Guide to Download E-Aadhaar Using Aadhaar Number</h2>
<ul>
<li>Check out the official website of <strong>UIDAI</strong>.</li>
<li>Click on the My Aadhaar menu and then click on “Download Aadhaar.”</li>
<li>Select " <strong>Download Aadhaar by Number</strong> or Aadhaar Number" from the given menu.</li>
<li>Enter the 2-digit Aadhaar number and captcha, then select "Send OTP" to receive the one-time password on your registered mobile number.</li>
<li>Enter the OTP and select the "<strong>Verify and Download</strong>" option from the menu.</li>
<li>A <strong>password-protected PDF file</strong> of an Aadhaar card will be downloaded on your device after successful verification. You can check it out in your downloads folder and open it by using the password. The password is the first four letters of your name in capital and your birth year in YYYY format.</li>
</ul>
<p>Let's shed light on another method of <strong>downloading an E-Aadhaar card.</strong></p>
<h2>How to Download E-Aadhaar Using Name and Date of Birth</h2>
<ol>
<li>Visit https://myAadhaar.uidai.gov.in/retrievE-eid-uid</li>
<li>Enter your <strong>security code, full name, and registered mobile number</strong> or <strong>email address</strong>.</li>
<li>Select "Send OTP" from the menu.</li>
<li>Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number or email and click on "<strong>Verify OTP</strong>".</li>
<li>You will get a notification that the <strong>Aadhaar number/enrolment ID</strong> will be issued to your registered mobile number.</li>
<li>Next, you have to click on the E-Aadhaar page on the UIDAI website to receive your Aadhaar number on your registered mobile number.</li>
<li>Type in your <strong>12-digit Aadhaar or 28-digit enrollment ID</strong> and Security Code, and tap on the tab "Send OTP."</li>
<li>Now you are all set to download your Aadhaar card, enter the OTP you received on your mobile number, and click on "Verify and Download."</li>
</ol>
<p>There are many more ways to download an Aadhaar card, and next, we will know how to download an Aadhaar card. Now we learn the process to download via virtual ID. In case you also need to <a href="https://visament.com/blog/change-address-in-aadhaar-card"><strong>change address in Aadhaar card</strong></a>, make sure your updated details are reflected before downloading the latest version.</p>
<h2>How to Download E-Aadhaar Using Virtual ID (VID)</h2>
<p>Now you can download an <strong>Aadhaar card by VID</strong>. This is the newest update to UIDAI’s website. Let's check out the procedure to <strong>download a free Aadhaar card</strong> online using a virtual ID.</p>
<ol>
<li>Visit the <strong>UIDAI website</strong> - https://uidai.gov.in/</li>
<li>Click "<strong>Download Aadhaar</strong>" from the drop-down menu of "My Aadhaar".</li>
<li>Choose the VID option.</li>
<li>To generate a One-Time Password (OTP), enter your virtual ID and security code, and click "Send OTP."</li>
<li><strong>Download E-Aadhaar</strong>.</li>
<li>To access your Aadhaar card, go to the download and double-click on the file. Enter the password to open your Aadhaar card, followed by the first four letters of your name in capitals and your birth year.</li>
</ol>
<p>Did you forget your Aadhaar card number or lose your Aadhar? No worries, you can download your <strong>electronic Aadhar card</strong> by enrollment ID. Let’s check the steps to help you easily download your Aadhaar.</p>
<h2>Download Electronic Aadhaar Using Enrolment Number (EID)</h2>
<p>So, to download your E-Aadhaar by using your enrollment number, you just need to follow the steps mentioned below.</p>
<ol>
<li>Visit the <strong>Unique Identification Authority of India</strong> website - https://uidai.gov.in/</li>
<li>Click on "<strong>Download Aadhaar</strong>."</li>
<li>Insert a <strong>28-digit enrollment number</strong> and Security Code to get an OTP, then click "Send OTP."</li>
<li>Enter the One-Time Password sent to your registered mobile number, then it's time to click on "<strong>Verify and Download</strong>."</li>
<li>The digital version of your Aadhaar Card is ready to access.</li>
</ol>
<p>There are plenty of people who don't like to carry hard copies of <a href="https://visament.com/aadhar-card" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Aadhar cards</em></a> and other documents. Digilocker is one of the greatest cloud-based applications that enable users to store important documents and certificates. Alongside this cloud-based platform also allows people to download electronic Aadhaar cards. Let me know the steps by which you can easily download Aadhar by Digilocker.</p>
<h2>How to Get Your Aadhaar Using a DigiLocker Account</h2>
<ul>
<li>Visit https://digilocker.gov.in/ or download the <strong>Digilocker app</strong> to log in to your account.</li>
<li>Click on "Sign In" and enter the 12-digit Aadhaar number.</li>
<li>Click "Verify" to get an OTP.</li>
<li>Enter a one-time password sent to your mobile.</li>
<li>Tap on"Verify OTP."</li>
<li>The "<strong>Issued Document</strong>" page appears. Press the "Save" button to <strong>download E-Aadhaar</strong>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Umang is another popular mobile application or web portal that helps you download an Aadhar card. Want to know how? If yes, then stay tuned with us. Next, we will lighten up the steps to get an Aadhar from this app.</p>
<h2>Download Aadhaar from the Umang App</h2>
<p><img title="Download E-Aadhaar from the Umang App" src="https://visament.com/editor_image/mceu_25144415611734689217096_1734689217.png" alt="Download E-Aadhaar from the Umang App" width="966" height="507"></p>
<ol>
<li>Download the <strong>Umang App</strong> and register yourself by creating an account on it.</li>
<li>Choose "<strong>Aadhaar Card</strong> " listed under the menu of all services.</li>
<li>Click "<strong>View Aadhaar Card from DigiLocker</strong>".</li>
<li>Log in using your Aadhaar or <strong>DigiLocker account</strong>.</li>
<li>Enter the OTP sent to your registered phone number.</li>
<li>Click "Verify OTP".</li>
<li>Select the download icon, and you will get an electronic version of your Aadhaar card.</li>
</ol>
<p>As we all know, an Aadhar card number is an important digit because nowadays it is connected to your bank account and other useful documents. So, to protect your Aadhar card number, you can use a masked Aadhar card. Before knowing the steps to download a Masked E-Aadhaar, let's learn what it is.</p>
<h2>What is a Masked Aadhaar Card and How to Get It?</h2>
<p>A <strong>masked Aadhaar card</strong> is the same as your regular Aadhaar. The only difference is that only the last four digits of your Aadhar number are visible. It can help you to secure your Aadhaar card number from a third party. Let’s check out the steps by which you can <strong>download masked E-Aadhaar</strong>.</p>
<h2>How to Get an Updated Masked Aadhaar Card – Simple Steps</h2>
<p><strong>Step 1:</strong> Visit the <strong>Unique Identification Authority of India</strong> Website to download Masked Aadhaar.</p>
<p><strong>Step 2: </strong>Enter details (Aadhaar Number, Enrollment ID, or Virtual ID) to download your Aadhaar card.</p>
<p><strong>Step 3:</strong> Enter the captcha, then click on “<strong>Send OTP</strong>”</p>
<p><strong>Step 4:</strong> Select "<strong>Masked Aadhaa</strong>r" as your preferred option.</p>
<p><strong>Step 5:</strong> To get your masked Aadhaar card, enter the OTP and select the "<strong>Verify and Download</strong>" option.</p>
<p>Several people lost their registered mobile numbers and their Aadhaar cards too. For those, it's somehow typical to download an e-Aadhaar card online. Are you among them and want to get an Aadhar card without a mobile number? If yes, then don't worry now. Next, we will shed light on how to get Aadhaar without a mobile number or proceed with <a href="https://visament.com/blog/how-to-update-or-change-mobile-number-in-aadhaar-card"><strong>Aadhaar mobile number update</strong></a> if needed</p>
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<h2>Download Aadhaar Without a Registered Mobile Number – What to Do?</h2>
<ul>
<li>Visit the <strong>nearby Aadhaar center</strong> along with your Aadhaar number.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Submit essential biometric information for verification, including a thumbprint or retinal scan.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Submit additional identity proof, such as a PAN card, driving license, or identity card.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>You can collect Aadhaar card printouts from the center. Standard charges apply.</li>
</ul>
<p>It's all about <strong>how to download an Aadhaar card</strong>. Now we will discuss how to get a hard copy or printout after downloading the Aadhaar card.</p>
<h2>How to Print Your Aadhaar Card After Downloading</h2>
<p>To print your Aadhar card, you need to enter an <strong>8-digit password</strong> to access or <strong>open a PDF file</strong>. The password is followed by the <strong>first four letters of your name in capital</strong> and <strong>your birth year</strong>. You can get a hard copy of your Aadhaar card after downloading it in PDF format from the UIDAI website.</p>
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<p>It is a worthy blog for those who want to know how to download Aadhaar cards through different mediums. Above, we mentioned different ways to download an electronic Aadhaar. Including downloading Aadhar by name, number, digilocker, and many more.</p>
<p>Apart from all these, if you are an OCI or PIO and want to get an Aadhaar card, then you can connect with Visament. They will help you get your Aadhar, and you can also hire them for various immigration services.</p>