Official form to apply for a new Aadhaar card or update existing biometric and demographic records. Understanding the correct filling procedure, size restrictions for scanned attachments, and submission protocols is vital to ensure your request does not get delayed or rejected by the official portal agents.
Download Official Form
You can download the official blank application form directly from the government portal. Make sure to download the latest version to prevent compliance rejections.
Documents Required
Before filling out the form, collect the following certificates and documents. Make sure you meet the file upload size limitations of the UIDAI portal to ensure a smooth online upload process:
- Proof of Identity (POI) - e.g., PAN Card, Passport (Limit: 500KB PDF)
- Proof of Address (POA) - e.g., Voter ID, Electricity Bill (Limit: 500KB PDF)
- Proof of Date of Birth (DOB) - e.g., Birth Certificate (Limit: 500KB PDF)
- Applicant's Recent Photograph (Limit: 50KB JPEG)
Step-by-Step Filling Guide
Follow this detailed instructions list to complete each section of the form accurately:
- Select 'New Enrollment' at the top of the form.
- Enter your full legal name matching your identity proof document.
- Select your gender and fill in your exact Date of Birth.
- Write your complete address including Pin Code, District, and State clearly in CAPITAL letters.
- For children under 5 years, provide parent/guardian details (Aadhaar number and name).
- Sign inside the designated signature box at the bottom of the form.
Common Mistakes to Avoid: Do not write over boundaries of the text boxes. Avoid overwriting or using correction fluid on physical forms. Verify that all spelled names match your primary identity card details exactly.
Document Size Requirements for Upload
If you are uploading these documents online, you must compress and resize them to meet the strict limits enforced by the UIDAI server database:
| Document | Format | Size Limit | Resizing Tool Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport Photo | JPEG/JPG | Under 50KB | Resize Photo to 50KB Free → |
| Identity Proof (POI) | Under 500KB | Compress PDF to 500KB → | |
| Address Proof (POA) | Under 500KB | Compress PDF to 500KB → | |
| Birth Certificate (DOB) | Under 500KB | Compress PDF to 500KB → |
How to Submit the Form Online
Once you have filled out the application and resized all necessary attachments to fit within the specified guidelines, proceed with the online submission steps:
- Fill out the physical enrollment form matching your identity proofs.
- Locate your nearest authorized Aadhaar Enrollment Centre.
- Book an appointment online via the UIDAI portal (uidai.gov.in) to save waiting time.
- Submit the form along with original POI, POA, and DOB documents to the operator.
- Complete your biometric scans (fingerprints and iris scan) and facial photograph at the center.
- Collect your acknowledgment slip containing the 14-digit Enrolment ID (EID) to track status.
Ensure you note down the generated reference application ID number to monitor updates later.
For state-by-state upload standards and photograph rules, refer to our State Requirements Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can download the Hindi version of the Aadhaar Enrollment Form directly from our /hi/forms/download/aadhaar-enrollment-form.html page, or from the official UIDAI website under the downloads section.
You need Proof of Identity (like a PAN card or Passport), Proof of Address (like a Voter ID or Utility Bill), and Proof of Date of Birth (like a Birth Certificate). Ensure all PDFs are compressed under 500KB using our compression tools.
Write your full name in capital letters exactly as it appears on your legal identity proof documents. Avoid abbreviations or initials unless they are explicitly present on your ID card.
There is no last date to submit this form. Aadhaar enrollment is an ongoing process and you can apply at any authorized center at your convenience.
Yes, Aadhaar enrollment must be completed offline at an authorized Aadhaar Kendra. However, you can fill out this form beforehand and book your appointment online on the UIDAI portal.
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