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How to Download e-Aadhaar Online 2026

Download e-Aadhaar PDF instantly from UIDAI. Legally valid as physical Aadhaar. Free.

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About This Guide

e-Aadhaar is digital Aadhaar PDF. Legally valid per Aadhaar Act 2016. Download from eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Print on plain paper - works fine. Has QR code for verification.

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal
eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Choose Identifier
Aadhaar Number, EID, or VID.
Enter Number
Type Aadhaar/EID/VID. Captcha.
Receive OTP
OTP on registered mobile.
Enter OTP
Type 6-digit OTP. Verify and Download.
Download PDF
Auto-downloads.
Open with Password
First 4 letters of name (CAPS) + Year of birth. e.g. RAJE1990.
Print/Save
Print on plain paper - legally valid. Save in DigiLocker.

Key Benefits

What Happens After Application?

PDF with name+year password. Use anywhere Aadhaar required. Save in DigiLocker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Valid as physical?
Yes per Aadhaar Act 2016. Banks, telecoms, govt offices all accept.
Forgot password?
First 4 letters of name (CAPS) + 4-digit year. e.g. ANIT1985.

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