An Aadhaar card is an important identity proof, as it combines biometric and demographic information into a single number issued by the government. Your Aadhaar number is used for several financial activities, including banking, tax filing, verification and receiving benefits from government schemes.
Once you have applied, you can check your Aadhaar card status through the official portal. This blog explains how to check the Aadhaar status through different modes to keep track of your application’s progress after you have submitted your enrolment.
Key Takeaways
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Aadhaar card status helps applicants track verification progress after enrolment using the enrolment ID on the UIDAI portal.
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Status can be checked online through the myAadhaar portal or by calling the UIDAI helpline.
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Applicants can also track PVC card orders, biometric lock status, and bank linking details.
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Regular status checks help confirm approval and know when the Aadhaar number or card becomes available.
What is Aadhaar Card Status?
As you present biometric and documents at an enrolment centre, your application passes through verification, validation and approval. Your Aadhaar card status shows the progress of your application in the UIDAI system. This progress can be checked online using the enrolment ID as shown in the acknowledgement slip. The status screen will indicate whether the application is still under review, approved or requires corrections. Using this information, you can take prompt action where needed and ensure that you get your Aadhaar card.
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Different Ways to Check Aadhaar Card Status
You can check your Aadhaar card status online or at an official Aadhaar Centre. One of the simplest methods is to visit the official myAadhaar portal. Once you reach the home page, you can click on “Check Enrolment & Update Status”. With this, you can check the status based on the enrolment ID you received while applying. The acknowledgement slip has an Enrollment ID (EID), which consists 28 digits: the 14-digit enrolment number and the 14-digit date and time stamp.
How to Check Aadhaar Card Enrolment Status Online?
After you have decided to check your Aadhaar card status online, log on to the Myaadhaar website. Here are the steps to make an Aadhaar card status check online:
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Visit the official myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in).
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Fill in your 28-digit enrollment ID.
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Enter the captcha.
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Your enrolment status will be displayed, depending on the stage of your enrolment.
Check Aadhaar Card Status through Mobile Number
Another way you can check your Aadhaar card status is by using your mobile phone. Just dial the toll-free number 1947 to check your current status. Here are the steps outlined:
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Dial 1947 from any mobile number (preferably the registered number).
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Follow the IVR prompts. You may have to provide your Enrolment ID.
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The automated system will inform you about the status of your Aadhaar card.
You can also talk to an agent during the working hours, generally (Mon–Sat, 7am–11pm; Sunday 8am–5pm).
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Check Aadhaar card Status by Name
Currently, you cannot check your Aadhaar card status directly by name. The main way to check your Aadhaar card status is with your enrolment ID. You can easily retrieve your EID if it is misplaced.
Check Aadhaar Enrolment Status Without Enrolment Number
Your Aadhaar enrollment number is important if you wish to check the status of your Aadhaar. You can easily check your status online or offline by providing this number. If it gets lost/misplaced, you can retrieve it before checking your Aadhaar card status. The steps to do this are mentioned below:
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Go to ‘Retrieve EID’ on the myAadhaar portal.
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Select the option to retrieve your EID (enrollment ID).
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Fill in details - full name, and your registered email ID or mobile number. Fill in the captcha code. An OTP will arrive on your registered mobile number.
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Fill in the OTP. After verification, your EID will arrive at your registered mobile number or email address.
How to Check Aadhaar PVC Card Order Status?
The UIDAI offers you the facility of obtaining your Aadhaar card in the form of a specific PVC card, comprising security features. In case you have applied for a PVC card, your Aadhaar status can be easily checked via these steps:
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Go straight to the ‘Check Aadhaar PVC Card Status’ section on the myAadhaar portal.
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You must provide the SRN (Service Request Number) and complete the captcha.
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Then view your Aadhaar PVC order status.
How to Check Aadhaar Card Complaint Status?
If, for any reason, you have had to make a complaint about any aspect of your Aadhaar card, you can check the status of this. You will have to visit the Myaadhaar website and go through the steps below:
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Go to the myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) and scroll down to the "Grievance and Feedback" section to start the process of checking your Aadhaar card complaint status.
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You will see a section labelled “Check Grievance/Feedback Status”.
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Click on “Check Grievance/Feedback Status”.
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Enter your complaint ID and the captcha. Note: For PVC orders, you use an SRN, but for complaints, you use a Complaint ID.
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Press “Submit” to know the Aadhaar complaint status.
How to Check Aadhaar Card Lock Status?
If you wish to find out whether your Aadhaar card (UID) or biometrics are unlocked/locked, you can follow these steps:
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Go to the official myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in).
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Log in using your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile phone.
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Navigate to the "Lock/Unlock Aadhaar" or "Lock/Unlock Biometrics" tiles on your dashboard.
Note that a 4-digit PIN is only used for the mAadhaar mobile app, not the website. In case your Aadhaar card or biometrics are locked, you will be able to see a red lock symbol on the respective tile. This shows your Aadhaar card status as locked. If they are unlocked, the icon will typically show an open lock.
How to Check Biometric Lock/Unlock Status
Once you have applied for an Aadhaar card or have obtained an Aadhaar card, you should be aware of how to check your Aadhaar card status for any purpose. As you know, your biometrics are incorporated into your Aadhaar card to ensure security measures. To check whether your biometrics are unlocked/locked, follow the steps below:
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Go to the official myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) and click on "Login".
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Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the Captcha, then click "Send OTP".
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Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number. (Note: A 4-digit PIN is only used for the mAadhaar mobile app, not the website.
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On the dashboard, locate the "Lock/Unlock Biometrics" tile.
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In case the biometrics in your Aadhaar are locked, you will see a red biometrics lock symbol on the tile.
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The locked Aadhaar card status means that you cannot verify your identity using your iris or your fingerprints until you choose to unlock them.
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How to Check Aadhaar Bank Linking Status?
It is simple to know whether your Aadhaar card is linked to your bank account for receiving government benefits. To know your Aadhaar status in this aspect, you can follow these steps:
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Go to the official myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) and click on "Login".
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Enter your Aadhaar number and the Captcha, then click "Send OTP".
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Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
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On the dashboard, locate and click on "Bank Seeding Status".
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The portal will display your latest bank mapping status fetched from the NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India) server.
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Note: This specifically shows which bank is linked for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and not necessarily every savings account you own.
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Conclusion
Aadhaar card has become a part of several financial and administrative procedures in India. From opening bank accounts to submitting income tax returns, the ID connects various services under a single verified account. It’s important to know about the different online Aadhaar status check options to determine whether all verifications have been completed or not yet. With online options, you can monitor progress without having to visit an enrolment centre and take prompt action, when needed.

