How to link mobile number with Aadhar?

Linking your mobile number with your Aadhaar card can serve as identity proof for availing banking and non-banking services

The Government of India uses the Aadhaar card to verify the identity of its citizens. Hence, every citizen must have an Aadhaar card and link it to their mobile number. Doing so serves as proof of citizenship, allowing you to leverage the data in the government's records as identity proof for availing different services.

Once your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar card, you can use the full suite of Aadhaar services via SMS. Here are a few ways to link your Aadhaar card with your mobile number.

How to link your Aadhaar with your mobile number by SMS?

You can link your mobile number with your Aadhaar card by following the steps outlined below:

• Go to your telecom operator's nearby store
• Provide a self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card
• Use the re-verification app to generate a four-digit OTP emailed to your phone number.
• Provide biometrics and submit the OTP to the store executive
• You will receive a confirmation SMS within 24 hours. To finish the e-KYC process, respond "Y."

How to register your mobile number with your Aadhaar card online?

You can complete linking your mobile number with your Aadhaar card online as well. Here is a step-by-step guide to doing so:

• Go to the telecom operator's website
• Enter your mobile number
• A one-time password (OTP) will be sent to your number.
• Enter the OTP and click "Submit"
• The screen will display a consent notification to verify the Aadhaar mobile number. It is necessary to submit the 12-digit Aadhaar number that will be linked.
• The telecom operator will send a message for OTP generating.
• You will receive a consent notice, including the e-KYC information. 

How to check if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar card?

Follow the given steps to check if your Aadhaar card is linked to your mobile number:

• Open the UIDAI's (Unique Identification Authority of India) website
• Select "My Aadhaar" from the drop-down list
• Go to the Aadhaar Services category and select "Verify Registered mobile or email id."
• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, as well as your phone number
• Enter the Captcha code and press the Send OTP button
• If the mobile number you entered is already linked, the following message will appear: "The mobile you entered has already been checked with our records." 

How to link the Aadhaar card with your bank account?

There are several ways to link your Aadhaar card to your bank account. Internet banking is one of the more straightforward methods.

• Log in to your online banking account
• Go to the part where you can link your Aadhaar with your bank account
• Choose which accounts you want to link
• Enter your Aadhaar number and click 'Submit.'
• The last two digits of your registered mobile number will be displayed.
• You will receive an SMS with the progress of your application to link your Aadhaar.
  

How to change the registered mobile number in Aadhaar?

Your mobile number can change anytime. Hence, the UIDAI has provisions to help you change the registered mobile number in your Aadhaar card whenever you need it. Read on to understand the process of changing the registered number in your Aadhaar card.

• Find the nearest Aadhaar Kendra Seva.
• When you locate it, carry your Aadhaar Card with you.
• Request the executive to update your mobile number.
• You will be given an Update Request Number once your request has been processed (URN). The URN can determine the status of a request.
• You must pay ₹50 to change your phone number.
  

Linking your mobile number with your Aadhaar card is easier than ever. You must use this ease to update your information with the government. It can help serve as an identity proof to avail loans, purchase a credit card, or use any other service.

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