Aadhaar services often require confirmation of status, whether you’ve just enrolled, updated your details, or need to verify if your Aadhaar is valid. This guide explains how to check Aadhaar status online and offline, including the latest methods through myAadhaar, mAadhaar, SMS, and helpline 1947.
What you can check on this page (कौन-कौन से स्टेटस)
| Service | Purpose | Identifier Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Enrolment Status | Check if your new Aadhaar has been generated | EID (Enrolment ID) |
| Aadhaar Update Status | Track demographic/biometric change requests | URN / SRN / EID |
| Aadhaar Validity / Authenticity | Confirm if a 12-digit Aadhaar number is valid and active | Aadhaar Number |
Tip (आसान उपाय): If you lost your slip, first retrieve EID/UID online, then check status.
Quick links
???? What You Can Check Here (कौन-कौन से स्टेटस चेक कर सकते हैं)
If you’ve lost your enrolment slip, first retrieve your EID using UIDAI’s Retrieve EID/UID tool before checking status.
Retrieve EID/UID →???? Typical Processing Timelines
| Process | Average Time | When to Escalate |
|---|---|---|
| New Enrolment → Aadhaar Generation | 30 – 90 days | If > 90 days → call 1947 or file grievance |
| Demographic/Address Update | 7 – 30 days | If “Under process” > 45 days |
| Biometric Update / Child Update | 15 – 60 days | Check regularly; escalate > 90 days |
⚠️ Common Problems & User Pain-Points
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???? Lost EID or Acknowledgement Slip
Retrieve it online via UIDAI’s Retrieve EID/UID service.
Requires registered mobile/email for OTP verification. If not registered, visit your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
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???? Delayed Status Updates
Processing can take up to 90 days. If stuck longer, call 1947 or raise a complaint via the UIDAI portal.
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???? OTP Delivery Issues / Access from Abroad
Use mAadhaar TOTP instead of SMS. For international access, use a stable Indian IP (VPN with Indian server).
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???? Rejected Applications
Usually caused by document mismatch, blurred images, or biometric errors. Visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra and re-enrol carefully.
Security & Privacy Guidance (सुरक्षा सुझाव)
Your Aadhaar is a critical identity document — protect it like a password.
- ✅ Use only official domains: https://uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
- ???? Lock your biometrics in the mAadhaar app when not needed
- ???? Regularly review your Authentication History for unusual logins
- ????️ Never share your full Aadhaar number online — use Masked Aadhaar instead
- ???? Keep an eye on update timelines to prevent deactivation after inactivity
Extra Tip: Always download Aadhaar directly from UIDAI, never from unofficial “PDF download” websites — many are phishing pages pretending to be UIDAI.
???? Save a screenshot of your enrolment slip
Keep a clear photo/PDF of your EID slip. It speeds up status checks and reprints.
???? Register your mobile & email with UIDAI
Registered contacts enable OTPs, alerts, and easy online updates.
???? Don’t apply for duplicate Aadhaar
Duplicate applications trigger checks and delays. Use download/print options instead.
♻️ Update every 10 years to maintain validity
Refreshing docs/biometrics keeps your Aadhaar active and avoids deactivation flags.