Aadhar Card Form

Aadhaar refers to a unique 12-digit identification number assigned to every resident of India by the Government, basis their demographic and biometric information. As no two individuals have the same demographic and biometric details, it ensures the uniqueness of every Aadhaar Number. It is considered to be a proof of residence as opposed to the popular opinion of it being a proof of citizenship. Also, it is accepted as a residential proof only within the geographical boundaries of India and is a not a valid identification proof for Indians traveling abroad.

This is collected by the statutory authority called UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India). It was formed by the Government of India in January 2009, especially for the purpose of generating the 12-digit identification number for every Indian resident. UIDAI operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, according to the provisions of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and other Subsidies, benefits and services) Act, 2016. Though an Aadhaar Card establishes identity and is a proof of residence within India, enrolment under it is not compulsory. However, individuals opting for it have to follow a streamlined verification process that follows a few steps. The process can be initiated by booking an appointment after which a list of essential documents need to be submitted. These documents should not misrepresent or suppress true information to prevent unwanted complications later. However, in case of errors while filling the form, the applicant can revisit the form to rectify the errors.

You need to follow these steps for enrolment:

Step 1: Visit UIDAI’s official website and download the Aadhaar Enrolment Form

Step 2: Fill the details as per the attached document proofs

Step 3: If case of the applicant being an infant, that is, an individual below the age of 5 years, either of his/her parents has to submit the Aadhaar Card Form

Step 4: Mention the email address and contact number

Step 5: The contact number is automatically linked to Aadhaar

Step 6: Click on the ‘Submit’ button

Step 7: If there are errors after submission, it can be rectified within 96 hours for free. Rectifications made after this deadline is liable to additional charges that are payable to the government.

The Aadhaar Correction Form helps the applicant to make changes in the information provided by him previously. It acts as an indication to the Aadhaar card authorities that the documents submitted previously has been changed and needs correction of some sort. An applicant can access this form only when he/she is unable to make the necessary rectifications online or if he/she wants to change the registered mobile number.

The Aadhaar Card Correction Form enables applicants to rectify errors made by them previously. These errors can be rectified within 96 hours of submission for free. Rectifications made after this period is chargeable by the government.

The important aspects related to an Aadhaar correction form include:

• The specific information that has to be rectified
• Complete details regarding the data that needs to be rectified, and supported by relevant documents as proof
• Convenience of filling up the form in English or the local language
• Provision self-attest the form before sending it to the necessary address and then sent to the address as mentioned in the form