A Baal Aadhaar is a special version of the Aadhaar issued for children below 5 years of age. It helps in creating a child’s identity early and is linked to the parent’s Aadhaar.
The best part: it is free and easy to apply through enrolment centres, and you can start the process online.
📌 What Is Baal Aadhaar?
- 👶 For children aged 0–5 years
- 🔵 Blue-coloured Aadhaar card
- 🧾 No biometric data (only photo + basic details)
- 👨👩👧 Linked to parent’s Aadhaar
👉 biometric update is required when the child turns 5 and 15 years.
🧑💻 Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Baal Aadhaar
🟢 Step 1: Book Appointment Online
Visit the official Aadhaar website
Go to “Book Appointment”
Select your city and Aadhaar Seva Kendra
👉 This helps you avoid long queues.
🟡 Step 2: Fill Child Details Online
Enter:
- Child’s name
- Date of birth
- Parent’s Aadhaar number
- Mobile number
🟠 Step 3: Visit Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
Take your child and documents to the selected centre.
🔵 Step 4: Provide Documents
You will need:
- Birth certificate of child
- Parent’s Aadhaar card
- Address proof (if required)
🟣 Step 5: Photograph of Child
- Child’s photo will be taken at the centre
- No fingerprints or iris scan for children under 5
🟤 Step 6: biometric Authentication of Parent
- Parent/guardian verifies identity using Aadhaar biometrics
⚪ Step 7: Receive Acknowledgement Slip
- Contains enrolment number
- Used to track Aadhaar status online
📦 How to Check Baal Aadhaar Status
You can track it online via:
- Enrolment ID (from slip)
- UIDAI website
Processing usually takes 7–30 days.
📬 How You Receive Baal Aadhaar
Once approved:
- Aadhaar is delivered by post
- Also available as e-Aadhaar PDF
- Linked with parent’s mobile number
🧠 Important Things to Remember
✔ No biometric needed for kids under 5
✔ Must update biometrics at age 5 & 15
✔ mobile number should be active for OTP
✔ Keep enrolment slip safe
📌 Conclusion
Getting a Baal Aadhaar is a simple process that starts online but is completed at an Aadhaar enrolment centre. It ensures your child gets an official identity early and remains connected to India’s wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital identity system.
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