Aadhaar Card Update: Aadhaar is now the most important form of identification. It’s used for everything from opening a bank account to purchasing a SIM card, passport, or government schemes. Cards are often lost, torn, or damaged. But now there’s no need to worry; you can easily order a duplicate or PVC Aadhaar card from the comfort of your home.
How to get a duplicate Aadhaar card from home
UIDAI has provided an online facility, saving you the hassle of visiting an office. You can download e-Aadhaar for free or order a durable PVC card. You need your Aadhaar number (UID), Enrolment ID (EID) or Virtual ID (VID), and a registered mobile number.
PVC Aadhaar Card Price
UIDAI has kept the price of PVC cards low, making it easy for everyone to get one. For example, you can get an e-Aadhaar card for free. The price of the PVC card has been fixed at ₹50. You can download it in a digital version. You don’t have to pay a single rupee for this. If you want an ATM-like Aadhaar card, you’ll have to pay ₹50.
Learn how to download E-Aadhaar for free
Open uidai.gov.in in your browser.
Click on “Download Aadhaar” or the relevant link on the site.
Enter your Aadhaar (UID), EID, or VID.
Enter the captcha and press Send OTP.
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
Once the OTP is verified, your E-Aadhaar PDF will be downloaded. You can print it or keep it digitally.
Get your PVC Aadhaar delivered to your home like this
Go to the UIDAI website and select “Order Aadhaar PVC Card.”
Enter your Aadhaar number (UID) and fill in the captcha.
Click on “Send OTP” and enter the OTP received on your mobile number to verify.
A preview of your details will appear on the screen—check it.
Pay ₹50 using UPI, debit/credit card, etc.
After payment, your order will be confirmed, and the PVC card will be shipped via speed post within a few days.
Advantages of a PVC card
It’s made of plastic, so it won’t get damaged by water.
It’s waterproof and long-lasting.
It fits easily in a wallet and looks like an ATM/debit card.
The card has a QR code, hologram, and security features—making it reliable.
