Losing an Aadhaar card can be stressful, especially if it’s not linked to your mobile number, making online recovery seem difficult. However, there are ways to retrieve your Aadhaar details even in such cases.
1. Check Your Physical and wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital Records
· First, search for any old photocopies, emails, or downloaded PDFs of your Aadhaar card.
· Sometimes, banks or government offices may have a record of your Aadhaar number if it was used for KYC purposes.
2. Use Your Enrollment ID
· If you have your Aadhaar enrollment slip, it contains the Enrollment ID (EID).
· Visit the UIDAI website and use the EID to retrieve your Aadhaar number.
3. Visit an Aadhaar Enrollment Centre
· If you don’t have your mobile number linked or EID, your safest option is to visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment Centre.
· Carry any government-issued ID proof (like passport, PAN card, voter ID, or driving license).
· Request a reprint of your Aadhaar card. They will verify your identity and issue a new Aadhaar card.
4. Update Your mobile Number (Optional but Recommended)
· While at the Aadhaar centre, you can update your mobile number so that in the future, you can use the online retrieval option.
· With your mobile number linked, you can recover your Aadhaar online via OTP verification, which is much faster.
5. Download e-Aadhaar (If Possible)
· If you manage to retrieve your Aadhaar number through any method, you can download the e-Aadhaar PDF from the uidai website.
· This wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital version is valid for most official purposes until you receive the physical copy.
Tips to Avoid Future Problems
1. Link your Aadhaar with your mobile number immediately.
2. Keep a digital copy of your Aadhaar in a secure location.
3. Note down your Enrollment ID or Aadhaar number separately in case of emergencies.
Conclusion:
Even if your Aadhaar is lost and not linked to your mobile number, recovery is possible through enrollment centers or by using your enrollment ID. Visiting a nearby Aadhaar centre is often the quickest and safest solution. Linking your mobile number afterward ensures easier recovery in the future.
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