With government services going increasingly digital, Aadhaar has also moved beyond paper. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) now offers e-Aadhaar, a secure electronic version of the Aadhaar card that is legally valid and widely accepted for identity and address verification.

e-Aadhaar is a password-protected PDF that is digitally signed by UIDAI. It holds the same legal validity as the physical Aadhaar card and is widely accepted as proof of identity and address. From opening bank accounts to completing government formalities or booking travel, e-Aadhaar helps avoid the hassle of carrying a physical document.

What Is e-Aadhaar?

An e-Aadhaar is an electronic copy of your Aadhaar card issued by UIDAI. It contains all essential details, including:

  • Aadhaar number
  • Personal and demographic information
  • Photograph
  • Secure QR code for instant verification

Being digitally signed, e-Aadhaar is tamper-proof and valid across India.

Steps to download e-Aadhaar

You can download e-Aadhaar using either the UIDAI website or the mAadhaar mobile application.

Through the UIDAI website

  • Visit the official UIDAI portal.
  • Click on Download Aadhaar.
  • Enter your Aadhaar number, Enrolment ID (EID), or Virtual ID (VID).
  • Fill in the captcha code and click Send OTP.
  • Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
  • Download the e-Aadhaar PDF.

Via mAadhaar app

  • Download the mAadhaar app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  • Log in using your Aadhaar details.
  • Select Download Aadhaar.
  • Verify using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
  • Save the PDF copy of your e-Aadhaar.

Steps to Open Your e-Aadhaar PDF

  • The e-Aadhaar file is protected by a password.
  • Password format: First four letters of your name (in capital letters)
  • Followed by your year of birth