How to Check Aadhaar Update Status?

After applying for a new Aadhaar card or updating the existing one ever thought about the progress of your card application or update request? The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides convenient online and offline ways to check Aadhaar status.

To help you out, this blog will walk you through the steps to check your Aadhaar card status update both online and offline, ensuring you are always informed about your Aadhaar card status. So read and gather all the information.

What is Aadhaar Card Status?

Aadhaar card status is a tracking feature provided by UIDAI to know the real-time status of your Aadhaar card application. In simple terms, with this feature you can check whether your Aadhaar card has been generated, dispatched, or is still in progress.

It ensures transparency and tells you about every step of your Aadhaar card application. Knowing about it helps you know whether it is available for download or still in progress.

This was all about Aadhaar card status. Moving ahead, let's know how to check the Aadhaar update status online.

How to Check Aadhaar Update Status Online?

To check Aadhaar update status online, the UIDAI portal is widely used. Under this, there are two ways to check your Aadhaar status online: with an enrolment ID or without one. Furthermore, let's know the steps.

Check Aadhaar Status with Enrolment ID

Here is how you can check your Aadhaar status with your enrolment ID:

• Step 1: Visit the official UIDAI website and click on the "Check Aadhaar Status" section.
• Step 2: Mention your enrolment ID (EID) available on the top of your update/enrollment acknowledgment slip.
• Step 3: After that, enter the captcha code available own screen to check the status of your card and click on the submit option.
• Step 4: In a step-by-step format, your Aadhaar card status will be displayed, i.e., Draft Stage > Payment Stage > Verification Stage > Validation Stage > Completed.

Check Aadhaar Status without Enrolment Number

If you have forgotten your enrolment number or misplaced your acknowledgment slip, you can still check your Aadhaar status without them. Here is how you can do so:

• Step 1: Visit the UIDIA website and search for the "Check Aadhaar Status" section.
• Step 2: Under it, click on the "Search by Registered Mobile Number" option.
• Step 3: In the space provided, enter your registered mobile number.
• Step 4: Fill out the security/captcha code shown on your screen.
• Step 5: To receive a one-time password on your registered mobile number, click on the "Request OTP" option.
• Step 6: Mention the received OTP and, to continue, click on the "Verify OTP" option.
• Step 7: The current status of your Aadhaar card will be displayed on your screen.

So this is how to check Aadhaar status online. Additionally, at present, the option to check your Aadhaar card status with your name is not available on the UIDAI website. Considering this, to use this process, you still need to mention your enrolment ID or registered mobile number.

Now, moving forward, let's learn how to check Aadhaar card updates offline.

How to Check Aadhaar Card Update Offline?

There are two ways by which you can check Aadhaar card update offline, i.e., using SMS and the UIDAI helpline number.

Using SMS

Follow the steps below to check the Aadhaar card update status using SMS:

• Step 1: On your mobile phone, open the messaging application.
• Step 2: In the following format: UID STATUS <Enrolment ID type the message.
• Step 3: Now, on 51969 (official UIDAI inquiry number), send this SMS.
• Step 4: You will shortly receive a message from the UIDAI about your Aadhaar card status.
• Step 5: Depending on the mobile service provider, applicable standard SMS charges will be applied.

Using UIDAI Helpline

Here is how you can check your Aadhaar card update status using the UIDAI helpline:

• Step 1: To contact the UIDIA helpline, dial 1947 on your mobile phone.
• Step 2: Follow the instructions provided by the IVR (Interactive Voice Response) system.
• Step 3: Press "1" to know your Aadhaar update status, "2" to know your enrolment status, "3" for PVC card order status, and "4" to find out your Aadhaar appointment status.
• Step 4: When asked, provide the asked details such as your enrolment number, Update Request Number (URN), or Service Request Number (SRN).
• Step 5: To continue the verification process, follow the remaining instructions.
• Step 6: The UIDAI helpline system will provide you with the current status of your Aadhaar card application.

This is how to use the SMS and UIDAI helpline services to check your Aadhaar status offline. Moving ahead, let's know how to track the Aadhaar PVC card order status.

How to Track Aadhaar PVC Card Order Status?

Follow the steps below to check the Aadhaar PVC card order status:

• Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website and click on the Aadhaar card status option.
• Step 2: Mention your SRN and the captcha code shown on your screen.
• Step 3: Your Aadhaar PVC order status will be displayed on your screen.

Furthermore, for your Aadhaar PVC card, if you have opted for the expediency of speed post delivery, you can also track its status. You can monitor your card's progress using the resources provided by the Indian Post.

For this, you need to visit the website of the India Post or use the mobile application and mention the tracking ID you received during enrolment. Once entered, it will show you the current status of your package and keep you updated on the journey of your Aadhaar PVC card.

Final Thoughts

Lastly, knowing how to check Aadhaar status is important after applying for a new aadhaar card or submitting any update request. To check Aadhaar status, UIDAI provides multiple secure, simple, and user-friendly methods to track update status on the online portal, enrolment centers, SMS, or helpline.

Further, monitoring the Aadhaar update status prevents service disruptions and ensures data accuracy. Additionally, staying informed helps in getting uninterrupted access to government, Aadhaar-linked banking, and digital services.