AADHAAR CARD

HOW TO GET ONE,
HOW TO LINK WITH PAN ALL THE DETAILS

Why do you need Aadhaar?
Am I eligible for Aadhaar?
What are the documents needed for Aadhaar?
What can I give as address proof for Aadhaar?
What can I give as proof of age for Aadhaar?
What documents do I need as proof of relationship with an aadhar applicant?
What if I don’t have any documents for Aadhaar?
Okay my documents are ready, how do I enrol forAadhaar now?
How long is the validity of Aadhaar card?
Is it mandatory to link my PAN with Aadhaar in order tofile my tax returns?
How do I link my PAN with Aadhaar?
What if I lose my Aadhaar Card?
How to Change Address in Aadhaar Card Without Any Address Proof?
How do I link my Aadhaar with a Bank Account
How to link an Aadhaar Number with your ration card?
How to link an Aadhaar Number with an EPF Account?
How to Fill the Aadhaar Enrolment/Correction Form?

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Why do you need Aadhaar?

The 12-digit number provided by the Unique Identification Authority of India or UIDAI is your proof of identity and address. An essential document, Aadhaar is required for opening bank account, filing income tax return, for a gas or phone connection, buying property, investing and also foravailing government subsidies.

Am I eligible for Aadhaar?

Yes, all Indian citizens are eligible for Aadhaar. Minors or those below the age of 18 can also apply for an Aadhaar after providingdetails of parents and address. Newborns can also apply for Aadhaar but they will need to get their biometrics done as soon as they turn 5and 15 years of age. For NRIs, a valid passport is needed for Aadhaar.

What are the documents needed for Aadhaar?

Passport
NREGA job card
Kisan passbook
Pensioners’ photo ID card
Ration card
ECHS/CGHS photo card
Voter ID Card
Photo ID cards issued by the Government
Address card with name and picture issued by the Department of Posts
PAN card

What can I give as address proof for Aadhaar?

Bank statement
Government photo ID cards or PSU issued service photo identity card
Address card with a photo that issued by the Department of Posts
Signed letter with photo and issued by a recognized educational institution on a letterhead
Property tax receipt (not be older than a year)
Gas connection bill (not be older than 3 months)
Passbook
Vehicle registration certificate
Ration card
Passport
Credit score

What can I give as proof of age for Aadhaar?

You may submit your:
Passport
PAN card
Mark sheet by a recognised board
SSC certificate
State/central pension payment order

What documents do I need as proof of relationship with an aadhar applicant?

You may submit your:
PDS card
Family entitlement document that is issued by central/state government
Job card of MNREGA
Birth certificate issued by Registrar of Birth or municipal corporation or local government Passport

What if I don’t have any documents for Aadhaar?

In such cases the head of family (with a valid Aadhaar) can submit documents proving his/her relationship to the applicant. An applicant may eventake help of an introducer verified by a registrar for the same. Introducers are available via the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

Okay my documents are ready, how do I enrol for Aadhaar now?

This can be done from any authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre/ Permanent Enrolment Centre. A list is available on the UIDAI website.
All you need to do is
Step 1: Locate the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre.
Step 2: Fill in the application form and submit documents.
Step 3: Complete biometrics and collect acknowledgement.
Step 4: You can then track the status of your Aadhaar application on the UIDAI website.
Just mention your enrolment ID, which is on your acknowledgement slip

How long is the validity of Aadhaar card?

It is valid for life. Please do not fall for frauds that may suggest your Aadhaar validity is nearing expiration.

Is it mandatory to link my PAN with Aadhaar in order to file my tax returns?

The new Finance Act makes it must for all taxpayers to link their PAN with their Aadhaar.

How do I link my PAN with Aadhaar?

Step 1: Got to Income tax e-filing portal
Step 2: Click on “Link Aadhaar” from the left side navigation
Step 3: Enter your PAN & Aadhaar details
Step 4: On success, you will get a message about your Aadhaar-PAN linking request being sent to UIDAI.