Aadhaar Card Enrolment Form: A Step-by-Step Guide

Budget 2024 Update: The Budget 2024 has proposed to discontinue the provisions that allow the use of the Aadhaar Enrolment ID in place of the Aadhaar number for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) and for PAN applications. This change, aimed at curbing PAN misuse and duplication, will take effect from [insert date]. By enforcing the use of the Aadhaar number instead of the enrolment ID, the government intends to strengthen identity verification and streamline tax compliance.

What is Aadhaar Enrolment ID?

An Aadhaar enrolment ID is a unique number of 28 digits, that is allocated to each citizen of India. It captures the biometric details of individuals and provides unique identity proof to each individual. In order to apply for an Aadhaar Card, you have to visit an Aadhaar enrolment center to submit the enrolment form and provide the biometric data. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) rolls out the Aadhaar program.

As per the UIDAI regulations, every individual is assigned an enrolment ID at the time of applying for the Aadhaar Enrolment ID. The Aadhaar Enrolment ID is a 28-digit unique identification number allotted to every Aadhaar applicant. These 28 digits consist of the following -

• The initial 14 digits of the enrolment number are assigned randomly
• The next 14 digits consist of the timestamps and the date of the Aadhaar enrolment number. The 28-digit number is mentioned in the acknowledgment slip provided at the time of enrolling in the UID program. It can be used to check the status of your Aadhaar application, retrieve a lost or forgotten Aadhaar number, verify your identity, and complete KYC procedures. Furthermore, it can be quoted in your income tax return in place of the Aadhaar number (if not allotted yet).

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What are the Particulars of the Aadhaar Enrollment Form?

While filing the aadhaar enrollment form following details would be required to be mentioned by you. Namely,

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What is the Format of the Aadhaar Enrolment ID/Number?

An Aadhaar enrolment ID can be in the following format -

Enrolment Number - 1234/10480/02615

These 14 digits are written at the beginning of the enrolment number. This 28-digit acknowledgment number has to be quoted in the income tax return. You also need to write the date to enter your 28-digit enrolment ID.

Date and Time - 06/05/2013 17:50:10

It consists of the date and time when the Aadhaar was enrolled.

Then, the Aadhaar enrolment ID is -

1234104800261506052013175010

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What are the benefits of knowing your Aadhaar enrolment ID?

1. Track Aadhaar Application Status: The EID allows you to track the status of your Aadhaar card application online or through SMS.
2. Retrieve Lost Aadhaar: If you lose your Aadhaar card, the EID helps in retrieving the Aadhaar number by visiting the UIDAI portal.
3. Proof of Application: The EID serves as proof that you've applied for Aadhaar, which can be helpful if you're asked to provide your Aadhaar details while your card is still being processed.
4. Correct Aadhaar Information: With the EID, you can request corrections or updates to your Aadhaar details if there are errors in your card information.
5. Access to Aadhaar Services: The EID is essential to access certain Aadhaar-related services, such as downloading an e-Aadhaar or receiving updates on the application process.

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What is the Procedure for Filling Out the Aadhaar Enrollment Form?

Given below is the process of filling the Aadhaar enrollment form -

Step#1 Visit the UIDAI website and download the Aadhaar enrolment form. Or one can also go to the nearby Aadhaar enrolment center and get it from there. The Aadhaar enrolment form has two pages, where there are a total of nine fields on the first page that need to be filled, and the instructions are there on the second page to be followed by the user.

Step#2 Fill out the requisite information and details in the form. Make sure to follow the instructions to avoid any mistakes.

Step#3 Upload the relevant documents that are required to prove your identity and other information. It is essential to upload valid documents so that the Aadhaar enrollment process goes smoothly by UIDAI.

Step#4 Go to your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra to submit the Aadhaar enrollment form. Also, carry the supporting documents that are required to be attached to it.

Step#5 The staff at the authorized Aadhaar center will capture the biometric data by clicking one photograph of yours and taking the iris and fingerprints.

Step#6 After this, you’ll get an acknowledgment slip. This acknowledgment slip is very important to download as it carries your Aadhaar enrolment details with the enrolment ID.

Step#7 You can easily check your Aadhaar card status using the enrolment ID mentioned in your acknowledgment slip.

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Things to remember while filling the Aadhaar card form

• Enure the details provided are not in small letters, but only in capital letters
• You need to verify and register your mobile number.
• The documents which you have mentioned as proof must match with the ones you are submitting

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How Can I Track My Aadhaar Enrollment Form Status?

In case you have already enrolled for aadhar through its enrolment centers you can easily track the application status online. To do the same, follow the process given below.

• Go to UIDAI home page https://uidai.gov.in/
• Click on My Aadhaar and select “Check Aadhaar status.”
• Next, a page,, will open up.
• Mention your enrolment ID as mentioned on the acknowledgment receipt, followed by the date and time stamp. Also, specify the security code as shown in the image.

Now. Click on Submit, and it’s done. Your aadhaar status will be reflected.

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How to Retrieve Aadhaar EID number online?

1. Visit the UIDAI Portal:
   Go to the official UIDAI website: https://uidai.gov.in
2. Access the "Retrieve EID/UID" Page:
   Under the "My Aadhaar" section, click on Retrieve Lost or Forgotten EID/UID.
3. Select "Enrolment ID (EID)":
   On the retrieval page, choose Enrolment ID (EID) as the option you want to retrieve.
4. Enter Required Information:
   Fill in your details such as Full Name, Registered Mobile Number or Email ID, and the Captcha Code displayed on the page.
5. Request OTP:
   Click on Send OTP. A One-Time Password (OTP) will be sent to your registered mobile number or email.
6. Enter OTP and Verify:
   Enter the OTP received and click on Verify OTP.
7. Receive Enrolment ID:
   Once verified, your Aadhaar Enrolment ID (EID) will be sent to your registered mobile number or email.

By following these steps, you can easily retrieve your lost or forgotten Aadhaar Enrolment ID online.

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Can I Use Small Letters or Lowercase While Applying for Aadhaar?

The aadhaar enrolment form or correction form has explicitly stated to write details in CAPITAL LETTERS. If you’re filling out an online form, use uppercase and not lowercase.

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Can I Update My Details After Enrolment or Submission of the Application?

Yes, you can update your Biometric and demographic details in aadhaar post enrolment. One of the interesting things to be noted here is if you update your details within 96 hours of enrolment, then the same is done completely free of cost.

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