Unique Identification Authority of India: News
26 Sep 2023
Aadhaar'Most trusted digital ID': Centre's rebuttal to Moody's Aadhaar review
In light of a report released by Moody's Investors Service that questioned the security and privacy aspects of India's Aadhaar system, the central government has issued a strong rebuttal.
22 Aug 2023
Ministry of Electronics and ITWho is Neelkanth Mishra, the new UIDAI chairperson
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has appointed Neelkanth Mishra as the part-time chairperson of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
11 Jun 2023
OdishaHow victims of Odisha train accident were identified using AI
The triple train tragedy in Odisha's Balasore threw multiple challenges for the authorities, and the biggest one was the identification of scores of bodies.
03 May 2023
Airtel Payments BankAirtel Payments Bank rolls out facial authentication for Aadhaar-enabled payments
Airtel Payments Bank has joined hands with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to introduce facial verification for Aadhaar-enabled Payment System (AePS) in the country.
02 May 2023
AadhaarUIDAI makes verifying Aadhaar-linked mobile number easier: Here's how
Worried that your Aadhaar OTP might be going to a number that's not in use or to an incorrect contact number? You do not have to worry about that anymore.
23 Apr 2023
AadhaarPrivate firms may be allowed to authenticate Aadhaar: Here's how
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has proposed amending the current regulations to permit Aadhaar authentication by entities other than government departments.
02 Apr 2023
Aadhaar CardWhy you should update your Aadhaar details every 10 years
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) encourages every Aadhaar holder to update their details once every 10 years.
20 Mar 2023
Aadhaar CardWhat is Baal Aadhaar card and how to get it
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) issues a Baal Aadhaar card for children below the age of five.
18 Mar 2023
AadhaarThe different types of Aadhaar issued by UIDAI: A guide
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows residents to use more than one form of Aadhaar.
16 Mar 2023
Aadhaar CardNow, you can update Aadhaar details online for free
Starting today, you can update your Aadhaar details online without any cost. However, there is a catch.
14 Mar 2023
Aadhaar CardWhat is Aadhaar Virtual ID and how to generate it
A Virtual ID is a revocable, temporary random number linked with the actual Aadhaar number.
14 Mar 2023
Aadhaar CardLost your Aadhaar card? Here's what you need to do
An Aadhaar card is a versatile document, needed for verification purposes, and losing/misplacing it, can bring huge problems.
07 Mar 2023
AadhaarWhat is fingerprint-based Aadhaar authentication and how to use it
UIDAI offers various modes of Aadhaar authentication, and fingerprint-based verification is the most widely used method.
06 Mar 2023
AadhaarHow to lock/unlock your Aadhaar card through UIDAI's official website
Locking/unlocking your Aadhaar card is one of the safety practices introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
27 Feb 2023
Aadhaar CardWhat is Aadhaar PVC card and how to order it
An Aadhaar PVC card is the most recent version of the Aadhaar card introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
22 Feb 2023
Aadhaar CardCan someone access your bank account using your Aadhaar number
An Aadhaar card is a vital document that is needed for verification purposes, during activities such as opening bank accounts and withdrawing money from the Employee's Provident Fund (EPF).
13 Feb 2023
Aadhaar CardHow to update name and address on your Aadhaar card
An Aadhaar card incorporates all the important personal details of an Indian resident and assigns a 12-digit unique number that can be used to access the data whenever necessary.
04 Jan 2023
Aadhaar CardUIDAI makes updating Aadhaar address online easier: Here's how
Updating the address on the Aadhaar card has become even easier. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new method for updating the address on the card.
24 Jul 2022
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC to hear plea challenging Aadhaar & Voter ID linking
The Supreme Court, on Monday, will be hearing a plea against a law that proposes to link Aaadhar with Voter ID.
29 May 2022
Supreme Court Of IndiaCentre withdraws advisory to use masked Aadhaar at public places
The Centre on Sunday withdrew its advisory asking citizens to share only masked versions of their Aadhaar with organizations to prevent misuse.
10 Jan 2022
Aadhaar CardGovernment to provide consent form for sharing of Aadhaar details
The central government is expected to share a consent form with citizens seeking their permission for the sharing of their Aadhaar details.
27 Jul 2021
IndiaAadhaar: No fingerprint, eye scan for children under 5 years
Fingerprints and eye scan are not required to apply for an Aadhaar card for children aged below five years, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said.
25 Nov 2019
Aadhaar Card#TechBytes: 4 handy features in UIDAI's new mAadhaar app
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has released a new version of the mAadhaar app.
10 Nov 2019
Aadhaar CardYou'll be fined Rs. 10,000, if you give wrong PAN
You need to be extra careful while filling your Permanent Account Number (PAN), as even a minor error in spelling out the ten-digit alphanumeric identity could cost you as much as Rs. 10,000.
05 Nov 2019
IndiaNow, apply for instant e-PAN using Aadhaar. Here's how
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax department to all taxpaying entities in India.
01 Nov 2019
Narendra ModiGovernment doesn't know what it spent to make one Aadhaar
The government has spent crores of rupees to assign a 12-digit unique identity number to each Indian resident through Aadhaar.
30 Oct 2019
IndiaDon't have PAN? You can use these two documents, instead
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax Department to all taxpayers in India.
28 Oct 2019
IndiaBenefits and procedure of linking PAN and Aadhaar
December 31, 2019 is the last date to link your PAN with Aadhaar. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
24 Oct 2019
IndiaHere's how NRIs can apply for PAN in India
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, ten-digit alphanumeric identity issued by the Income Tax Department to all tax-paying individuals and organizations in India.
17 Oct 2019
IndiaWant to link your SBI account with Aadhaar? Here's how
Although according to the Supreme Court, it is no longer mandatory to link your Aadhaar with bank account, it could still prove to be beneficial.
15 Oct 2019
IndiaHere's how Aadhaar can come handy in emergency situations
With a plethora of government services linked with your Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.
09 Oct 2019
Aadhaar CardHere's how to link PAN and Aadhaar via different modes
December 31, 2019 is the last date to link your PAN with Aadhaar. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
05 Oct 2019
IndiaHere's how to file Aadhaar complaints via post, website, phone
With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.
01 Oct 2019
IndiaWant to link Aadhaar with bank account? Here's how
The process to link your Aadhaar card with bank account is simple and quite similar for most of the banks.
28 Sep 2019
IndiaDeadline to link PAN with Aadhaar extended to December 31
The deadline to link Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar has been extended by three months to December 31, 2019 according to an official notification released by the Ministry of Finance today. Earlier, this deadline was September 30.
24 Sep 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaNow, NRIs can apply for Aadhaar without 182-day wait period
Non-resident Indians (NRIs), holding a valid Indian passport, can now apply for Aadhaar on arrival, according to a government notification.
17 Sep 2019
IndiaAadhaar: Some lesser-known features you may not know about
Aadhaar is a 12-digit identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to the residents of India.
12 Sep 2019
IndiaDo NRIs need to link their PAN with Aadhaar?
According to government's notification, it is mandatory to link PAN and Aadhaar latest by September 30, 2019, or your PAN might become invalid.
05 Sep 2019
IndiaNeed to update/change Aadhaar details? Here's how to book appointment
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has set up several Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs) in many cities across the country.
04 Sep 2019
IndiaAutomatic PAN generation for taxpayers using Aadhaar to file ITR
The Income Tax department will now issue a Permanent Account Number (PAN) to taxpayers using their Aadhaar number to file Income Tax returns, as a new method to link the two databases.
28 Aug 2019
IndiaNeed to update/correct details in PAN card? Here's the procedure
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, 10-digit alphanumeric identity allotted to all taxpayers in India by the Income Tax department.
28 Aug 2019
IndiamAadhaar app: Key features, how to download/use, and more
With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.
26 Aug 2019
IndiaWant to secure Aadhaar? Here's how to lock/unlock its data
In a bid to enhance security of users' biometric data, and prevent potential misuse of sensitive personal information, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched a service, by which users can "lock/unlock" their biometrics.
25 Aug 2019
IndiaLost/misplaced PAN card? Here's how you can get a duplicate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, 10-digit alphanumeric identity allotted to all taxpayers in India, that is essential for undergoing various financial transactions such as receiving taxable salaries/professional fees, sale or purchase of assets, trading of mutual funds, etc.
24 Aug 2019
IndiaHow to change your name after marriage in Aadhaar card
With so many government services linked with your Aadhaar card, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold. Thus, having correct and updated information in the UIDAI database becomes vital.
23 Aug 2019
Aadhaar CardWhat is PAN card with QR code? Everything to know
It is illegal for individuals in India to have more than one PAN card, per Income Tax (I-T) Act rules.
22 Aug 2019
IndiaPAN card verification: How to verify your PAN online
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, 10-digit alphanumeric identity allotted to all taxpayers in India by the Income Tax department.
17 Aug 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaAadhaar-PAN linkage: Status, deadline, procedure, and other details
If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, it might get deactivated soon.
03 Aug 2019
Aadhaar CardHow to quote your Aadhaar number in Income Tax return
August 31, 2019 is the last date to file your Income Tax return for FY 2018-19.
02 Aug 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaProtect your Aadhaar data: Here's how to lock/unlock Aadhaar number
In a bid to strengthen the privacy and security of Aadhaar, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a feature that enables users to lock/unlock their Aadhaar number.
25 Jul 2019
IndiaHow to update address and other details in PAN card
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, 10-digit alphanumeric identity allotted to all taxpayers in India by the Income Tax department.
22 Jul 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Applying for PAN? Know these points
Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a unique, 10-digit alphanumeric identity allotted to the taxpayers in India by the Income Tax department.
18 Jul 2019
IndiaName mismatch in Aadhaar and PAN? Here's how to rectify
If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar latest by August 31, it might get deactivated.
17 Jul 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Now, use Aadhaar instead of PAN for these transactions
Earlier this month, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her and the new Central government's first budget.
12 Jul 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaPAN not linked with Aadhaar? It will soon get deactivated
If your PAN is not linked with Aadhaar, it might get deactivated soon.
06 Jul 2019
IndiaFive famous alumni of IIT Kanpur you should know about
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes that are recognized as centers of academic excellence in science and technology.
03 Jul 2019
IndiaFive of the most famous and successful alumni of IIT-Bombay
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes and a dream destination for engineering aspirants.