How to Link Aadhar with Mobile Number

Earlier, there was an argument that linking mobile number with Aadhaar would ensure that all the mobile numbers in the country are verified. The idea was that verification would have helped to weed out illegally obtained numbers. However, Aadhaar is no longer being used for mobile number verification.

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Steps to Link Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number

Telecom operators used a few methods to complete the Aadhaar and SIM linking. The methods included verification via OTP (one-time password), agent assisted authentication, and IVR facility. Besides, individuals could also choose to visit the mobile stores to register their biometrics and complete the linking process.

Linking Aadhaar with SIM for New Users

Users who wanted a new SIM needed to visit the nearest store of their mobile operators like Vodafone, Idea, etc. to get a new SIM with Aadhaar. Here are the steps that had to be followed for completing this process.

Step 1: Visit the mobile operator’s store
Step 2: Request for a new SIM
Step 3: Provide copy of Aadhar for ID proof and address proof
Step 4: Use the Biometric Scanner to scan fingerprint and verify Aadhar
Step 5: New SIM would be issued after completion of the verification process
Step 6: SIM would be activated approximately in an hour

Linking Aadhaar with SIM for New Users

Step 1: Visit the mobile operator’s store
Step 2: Request for a new SIM
Step 3: Provide copy of Aadhar for ID proof and address proof
Step 4: Use the Biometric Scanner to scan fingerprint and verify Aadhar
Step 5: New SIM would be issued after completion of the verification process
Step 6: SIM would be activated approximately in an hour

Verify Mobile Number with Aadhaar Through OTP

The OTP-based method was used to verify mobile numbers online and offline. In both the methods, the subscribers would receive an OTP on the registered mobile number. Below-mentioned are both the methods.

Steps to Link Aadhaar Card with Mobile Number-

Online Method

Using this method subscribers could complete the linking process sitting at the comforts of home. Given below is the step-by-step procedure of linking:

Step 1: Visit the telecom operator’s website
Step 2: Enter the mobile number to be linked, verified or re-verified with Aadhaar
Step 3: OTP sent to the registered mobile number
Step 4: Enter OTP and click on “Submit” to proceed further
Step 5: A consent message would then be displayed on the screen. The 12-digit Aadhaar number to be linked had to be entered
Step 6: A message would then be sent by the telecom operator for OTP generation
Step 7: The user would then receive a consent message about the e-KYC details
Step 8: The user had to accept all the terms and conditions and enter the OTP
Step 9: On completing this, a confirmation message about the Aadhaar and phone number re-verification was sent

Offline Methods

There were two offline methods to verify mobile number with Aadhaar: SMS based verification and verification through IVR.

SMS Based Aadhaar and SIM Card Verification by Using OTP

Below-mentioned were the steps to reverify mobile number with Aadhaar by visiting a store and sharing the OTP. These steps were applicable to people who already had an existing mobile number.

Step 1: Visit the nearest store of your telecom operator
Step 2: Provide a copy of your Aadhar card that is self-attested
Step 3: Submit the mobile number and Aadhaar card details correctly to the store executive
Step 4: Use the re-verification application, a 4-digit OTP would then be generated and sent to your mobile number
Step 5: Submit the OTP to store executive and provide biometrics
Step 6: After 24 hours, you would receive a confirmation SMS. Reply “Y” to complete the e-KYC process

Steps to Link Aadhar Card with Mobile Number by Using IVR

The Government of India to help all the telecom subscribers provided a single number for linking Aadhaar to SIM using interactive voice response (IVR) services. All the pre-paid as well as post paid subscribers could follow the below-mentioned steps to link Aadhaar with phone number.

Step 1: Dial the toll-free number 14546 from your mobile phone
Step 2: Verify whether you are resident of India or an NRI. Press 1 If you a resident of India to reverify Aadhar
Step 3: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number
Step 4: Press 1 to confirm your Aadhar number
Step 5: Enter the mobile number registered with Aadhar to receive OTP
Step 6: Provide your consent to allow the telecom operator to access your DOB, name, and photo from the UIDAI database
Step 7: Enter the OTP received
Step 8: Press 1 to complete the process of re-verification.

Please note that the processes and steps mentioned above are no longer valid. It is NOT MANDATORY to link Aadhar with mobile number any more.

How to Add your Mobile Number to Aadhaar Card by Visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre?

It is vital that you register the mobile number with the Aadhaar. Any online changes to the Aadhaar can be made only if the mobile number is registered. The procedure to add your mobile number to the Aadhaar is mentioned below:

Visit the nearest Aadhaar Kendra Seva. Ensure that you carry the Aadhaar Card when you visit the enrolment centre. You can find the nearest centre in Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Request for the application form to update the mobile number. A charge of Rs.50 will be levied to change or add the mobile number.
Fill the application form and submit it. Ensure that you enter the correct number.
You will receive a Unique Request Number (URN) once your request has been processed. You can check the status of the request by using the URN.

Documents Required to Link Mobile Number with Aadhar

No documents need to be provided to link the mobile number with the Aadhaar. However, you must carry the Aadhaar Card when you visit the Aadhaar Kendra Seva.

FAQ's on Linking Aadhaar and Mobile Number

Was there any fee to link Aadhaar and Mobile number?

No. The mobile operators did not charge any fee to link Aadhar with mobile number.

Was the method of verification same for prepaid and postpaid subscribers?

Yes, the method of verification was same for both prepaid and postpaid subscribers.

Could I use mAadhaar app for Aadhaar and phone number seeding?

No. The mAadhaar app can no longer be used for this process.

If someone has three mobile numbers, does he/she have to complete verification for each number separately?

Yes, biometric verification had to be completed for each mobile number separately.

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