Aadhaar Card Download PDF Online
Download your e-Aadhaar PDF in minutes using the official UIDAI / myAadhaar method.
Lost your Aadhaar letter or need a soft copy? You can download an official e-Aadhaar PDF anytime from the UIDAI / myAadhaar portal using your Aadhaar number, Enrolment ID (EID) or Virtual ID (VID). The e-Aadhaar is fully valid for KYC and official use.
Quick Overview
| Service | e-Aadhaar PDF download |
| Portal | myAadhaar (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) |
| Login by | Aadhaar / EID / VID + OTP |
| PDF password | First 4 letters (CAPS) + birth year |
| Fee | Free |
How to Download e-Aadhaar PDF
- Open the official myAadhaar portal and choose Download Aadhaar.
- Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, EID or VID and the captcha.
- Click Send OTP and enter the OTP received on your registered mobile.
- Choose a regular or masked Aadhaar and download the PDF.
- Open the PDF using the password — the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITALS plus your 4-digit birth year (e.g. RAHU1995).
What You Need
- Your Aadhaar number / EID / VID
- Access to your registered mobile number for OTP
- A PDF reader to open the password-protected file
Fees & Time
| e-Aadhaar download | Free |
| Validity | Equal to the physical Aadhaar |
| PDF password format | First 4 letters of name (CAPS) + YYYY |
Important Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Is e-Aadhaar valid like the original?
Yes. The downloaded e-Aadhaar PDF is a legally valid form of Aadhaar accepted for KYC and official purposes.
What is the e-Aadhaar PDF password?
It is the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL letters followed by your year of birth (YYYY).
Can I download Aadhaar without a registered mobile?
No. An OTP is sent to your registered mobile, so it must be active and accessible.
What is masked Aadhaar?
Masked Aadhaar hides the first 8 digits of your Aadhaar number, which is safer to share.
Conclusion
Downloading your e-Aadhaar is quick, free and official. Just log in with your Aadhaar/EID/VID, verify via OTP, and open the PDF with the correct password. Always use the official UIDAI portal and keep your Aadhaar details private.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. Aadhaar rules, fees and processes are decided by UIDAI and may change. Always confirm the latest details on the official UIDAI website (uidai.gov.in / myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) before proceeding. BBC News Marathi is not affiliated with UIDAI or any government body.
