Check Aadhar card status guide

Check Aadhaar Card Enrolment Status

Aadhaar Card Status Check: Complete Guide to Enrolment & Update Tracking (2026)

The Aadhaar card, India’s 12-digit unique identity number issued by UIDAI, is essential for accessing government services, banking, and subsidies. After enrolling or updating details like name, address, date of birth, or biometrics at an Aadhaar center, tracking status ensures timely access to your e-Aadhaar.

Use the official myAadhaar portal with your 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID), 14-digit Update Request Number (URN), or Service Request Number (SRN) for free, real-time checks showing progress from “Data Captured” to “Aadhaar Generated”.

What is Enrolment ID, URN, SRN and SID?

  • Enrolment ID – The 14 digit enrolment number, printed on acknowledgement slip while physically visiting Enrolment / Update center. Sample: 1234/12345/12345
  • SRN – ‘S’ followed by 13 digits, printed on acknowledgement slip while submitting online update request. Sample: S1234567891234
  • URN – The 8 digit URN, printed on acknowledgement slip while submitting update request through ‘mAadhaar’ application. Sample: 12345678
  • SID – ‘S’ followed by 27 digits, printed on acknowledgement slip while physically visiting Enrolment / Update center. Sample: S1234567891234567891234567

How to Check Aadhaar Status

The myAadhaar portal is the quickest and most reliable method:

  • Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
  • Click “Check Enrolment & Update Status”
  • Enter your 28/14-digit EID/URN/SRN and captcha
  • Submit to view the current status
  • If Aadhaar is generated, download it using OTP verification

The process works seamlessly on both desktop and mobile browsers. Bookmark the official URL to avoid fake sites.

Aadhaar Status using App and SMS

If you cannot access the internet, UIDAI offers multiple other methods:

MethodHow to UseProsCharges
mAadhaar AppInstall from Play Store/App StoreWorks offline, QR downloadFree
SMSSend “UIDSTATUS <EID>” to 51969No internet needed₹1–3
IVRS 1947Call and enter EID via keypadMultilingual and guidedFree
UMANG/DigiLockerSearch Aadhaar services in appApp-based convenienceFree
Enrolment CenterVisit with acknowledgment slipDirect supportFree

Aadhaar Card Status meanings.

  • Received/Data Captured: Your application has been logged; wait 24–48 hours.
  • Processing/Under Process: UIDAI is verifying details; this may take 5–30 days.
  • Processed/Aadhaar Generated: Aadhaar is ready for download.
  • On Hold/Rejected: Issues with biometrics or documents; revisit the center.
  • Pending/Additional Documents: More information is required.

Checking once a week is usually enough to track progress.

Common Problems & Fixes

ProblemCauseSolution
Invalid NumberTyping mistakesCopy correctly or retrieve EID online
No Status FoundEarly submissionCheck after 48 hours
OTP IssuesUnlinked mobileUpdate mobile via SSUP
Captcha ProblemsUnreadable imageRefresh and retry
RejectionBiometrics or document mismatchRe-enroll
Download ErrorsServer overloadRetry in incognito or off-peak hours

Downloading e-Aadhaar

Once your Aadhaar status shows “Generated”, follow these steps:

  • Go to the Download e-Aadhaar page
  • Enter EID and captcha
  • Request and verify OTP
  • Download the PDF

The PDF password is your name (first four letters) combined with your birth year. Save or print the file as needed.

Security Tips & Best Practices

Use only official UIDAI websites and apps. Never share your EID, Aadhaar number, or OTP with unknown callers. Store acknowledgement slips securely and report scam sites or suspicious behavior immediately using UIDAI’s helpline 1947.

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