The concept of assigning every citizen of India a unique Aadhaar number was introduced by the Government of India. It authorized UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) to initiate and oversee the process. Next, the Central Government initiated the idea of linking Aadhaar number to services like LPG, mobile numbers, banking, etc. Hence, Vodafone being one of the leading telecommunications service providers globally enables linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
Linking one Vodafone number to Aadhaar does not imply that the Aadhaar number of an individual is automatically linked to all his/her Vodafone mobile numbers. Individuals with more than one Vodafone number have to link each of their phone numbers to Aadhaar separately. Both prepaid and postpaid numbers can be linked to Aadhaar. Currently, as on November 2018, is it not compulsory for citizens of India and NRIs to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
The initiative for issuing Aadhaar card serves as a measure for controlling the rapidly increasing incidents of selling SIM cards against fake identity cards and other instances of misuse of SIM cards. However, to be able to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number, you have to first register the Vodafone number with UIDAI. If you are yet to register your mobile number with Aadhaar, you need to do so first before proceeding on to linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
If the mobile number that you have registered with Aadhar is not the same as the one that you want to link with Aadhaar, you have to update your new Vodafone number with Aadhaar before linking Aadhaar with the Vodafone number.
All you need to do to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number is to follow any of these options:
OTP (One Time Payment)
Offline
IVR (Interactive Voice Response)
Now, let’s discuss how you can link Aadhaar with Vodafone number through each of these methods.
Follow these simple steps to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number through OTP:
Step 1: Call the Toll Free number 14546 from the Vodafone number that you want to link to your Aadhaar
Step 2: Choose one from the available options - Indian citizen and NRI (Non Resident Indian)
Step 3: Press 1 on your mobile phone to allow the attending customer service executive to re-verify your Vodafone number with Aadhaar
Step 4: Mention your Aadhaar Card number and again Press 1 on your phone to confirm it
Step 5: An OTP will be generated by Vodafone and then sent to your mobile number from which you have called
Step 6: Give consent to the customer service executive to access your name, photo and Date of Birth from UIDAI database
Step 7: The last 4 digits of your Vodafone number will be repeated by the IVR
Step 8: If these four digits are correct, enter the OTP that you have received on your mobile number to confirm the accuracy of the 4 digits
Step 9: For confirming that you do not have multiple Vodafone numbers, press 0. Otherwise, press 1 to send Aadhaar a re-verification request
Step 10: When your request has been accepted successfully by Aadhaar, you will receive a message on the Vodafone mobile number for your confirmation after 26 hours
The process for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number is finally complete.
Link Aadhaar with Vodafone number offline by following these simple steps:
Step 1: Visit any Vodafone store along with the self-attested copy of your Aadhar card
Step 2: Mention your Vodafone number to the attending customer service executive
Step 3: Vodafone will generate an OTP and send it to the Vodafone number that you have mentioned to the customer service executive
Step 4: Submit your biometric data, that is, your thumb impression
Step 5: Next, you will receive a confirmation message from Vodafone
Step 6: Type ‘Y’ as a reply to the confirmation message as a part of the e-KYC procedure
Step 7: Linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number will be completed within 24 hours
Follow these simple steps to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number through OTP:
Step 1: Call the Toll Free number – 14546 from your Vodafone number that you want to link to your Aadhaar
Step 2: Follow the instructions of the IVR and choose the ‘Link Aadhaar with Vodafone number’ option
Step 3: Mention your Aadhaar number twice to confirm its accuracy
Step 4: A confirmation message will be sent to the Vodafone number from which you had called on the Toll Free number
Step 5: Once your request is processed and verified by Aadhaar, the process for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number will be completed successfully
Let’s take a look at the processes you can follow for the reverification process:
If you prefer the online process, you can visit Vodafone’s official website for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
In case of the offline option for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number, you can visit any branch of Vodafone Store, so that the customer service executives can help you with the process of linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
You can call the Toll Free number to initiate the reverification process for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number through OTP.
For the IVR method also, you have to call the Toll Free number for necessary assistance regarding linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
Offering telecommunication services at home for senior citizens and specially-abled individuals has been made mandatory by the Government of India. This includes services related to linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number.
Fee Involved in Linking Aadhaar with Vodafone Number
Services related to linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number is free of charges. The process is fast and seamless to ensure the convenience of customers and restrict the misuse of SIM cards.
How can I link my Vodafone number with Aadhaar?
You can select any one from these options mentioned below for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number:
Offline by visiting a Vodafone store branch
Online via Vodafone website or mobile app
Home facilities for senior citizens
OTP authentication
IVR by calling Vodafone Toll Number
How can I update my Aadhaar number in Vodafone?
You can follow any of these options for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number:
Is it compulsory for me to carry my mobile phone to the Vodafone store for linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number?
Yes, it is essential to carry your mobile phone with the Vodafone number that you want to link with Aadhaar. When you visit a Vodafone store to link Aadhaar with Vodafone number, an OTP will be generated by Vodafone and sent to your mobile number as a part of the verification process.
I only use my Vodafone SIM for data connection? Is it mandatory for me to link Aadhaar with Vodafone SIM?
Presently, as per November 2018, linking Aadhaar with Vodafone number is not mandatory.
I have multiple Vodafone numbers. Do I have to link each of numbers separately?
Yes, you have to link every Vodafone number with Aadhaar.
How do I confirm that my Aadhaar number has been registered with Vodafone?
You can follow any of these options to verify whether your Aadhaar is linked to Vodafone number:
Call the Toll Free Number - 14546 from your Vodafone number that you wish to link with Aadhaar. In case it is linked to Aadhaar, the IVR will mention the last 4 digits of your Vodafone number that is already linked to Aadhaar. If your Vodafone number has not been linked yet, the IVR will assist you with the steps that you need to follow for checking the linking status.
Visit any Vodafone store with a self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card and submit it to the customer care executive attending you to confirm whether your Aadhaar has been linked to Vodafone number.
Call Toll Free Number to ask the customer care executive whether your Vodafone number is linked with Aadhaar.
