How To Apply Aadhaar Card Of Person Above 5 Years or Adult 18 Plus
The Aadhaar Card issued by the Unique Identification Authority Of India (UIDAI), is a key to accessing a wide range of services whether you're opening a bank account, filing taxes, or simply proving your identity.
But if you're above 5 years of age or an adult over 18 plus and haven't gotten yours yet, don't worry! Enrolling for an Aadhaar card is a straightforward process.
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from gathering documents to visiting the enrolment center and explaining the process of applying for an adult Aadhaar card.
Required Documents for Aadhaar Card registration of the Person Above 5 Years Old or Adult 18 Plus:
Here, the List of documents requirement depends on how the individual enrolls, i.e., whether they bring their own documents or enroll as a family member under the head of the family.
Method-1: Document List if the Person register Aadhaar Individually:
| Sl. No. | List of documents | Proof of Identity (POI) Document | Proof of Address (POA) Document |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valid Indian Passport | 👍 | 👍 |
| 2 | Prisoner Induction Document (PID) issued by Prison Officer, with signature and seal | 👍 | 👍 |
| 3 | Ration /PDS Photograph Card/eRation Card | 👍 | 👍 |
| 4 | Voter Identity Card /e-Voter Identity Card | 👍 | 👍 |
| 5 | Disability Identity Card / Certificate of Disability issued under Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 | 👍 | 👍 |
| 6 | Photograph Identity Card / Certificate with photograph issued by the Central Government/ State Government, such as under the Bhamashah scheme, Domicile Certificate, MGNREGA/NREGS Job Card, Labour Card, etc. | 👍 | 👍 |
| 7 | Scheduled Tribe(ST)/ Scheduled Cast(SC) /Other Backward Cast (OBC) Certificate issued by Central Government/ State Government | 👍 | 👍 |
| 8 | Passbook with photograph issued by a Public Sector Bank (as categorised by RBI), duly stamped and signed, along with a supporting certificate from the branch manager in charge certifying that KYC in respect of the accountholder is complete and the proof of address for the address shown in the passbook is available in the bank‟s record | 👍 | 👍 |
| 9 | Third gender / Transgender Identity Card / Certificate issued under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 | 👍 | 👍 |
| 10 | Electricity bill (pre-paid/post-paid bill, not older than 3 months) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 11 | Water bill (not older than 3 months) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 12 | Telephone landline bill/ post-paid mobile bill/ broadband bill (not older than 3 months) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 13 | Valid sale agreement/ gift deed registered with the Registrar Office, or registered or unregistered rent, lease agreement or leave and licence agreement | 👎 | 👍 |
| 14 | Gas connection bill (not older than 3 months) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 15 | Allotment letter of accommodation issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU / regulatory body / statutory body (not older than 1 year) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 16 | Life or medical insurance Policy (valid up to 1 year from the date of issue of the Policy) | 👎 | 👍 |
| 17 | Certificate issued on UIDAI Standard Certificate format by: | ||
| (i) MP/ MLA/ MLC/ Municipal Councillor | 👎 | 👍 | |
| (ii) Gazetted Officer Group "A" /Employees Provident FundOorganisation (EPFO) Officer | 👎 | 👍 | |
| (iii) Tehsildar/ Gazetted Officer Group „B‟ | 👎 | 👍 | |
| (iv) Gazetted Officer at National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) / State Health Department / Project Director of the State AIDS Control Society or his nominee (in pursuance of Hon‟ble Supreme Court Judgment in Criminal Appeal No(s). 135/2010 dated 19.5.2022) | 👍 | 👍 | |
| (v) Superintendent/ Warden/ Matron/ Head of Institution of recognised shelter homes or orphanages (only for children of shelter home or orphanage concerned) | 👍 | 👍 | |
| (vi) Recognised educational institution (signed by the Head of the Institute, only for the institute students concerned). | 👎 | 👍 | |
| (vii) Village Panchayat Head/ President or Mukhiya/ Gaon Bura/ equivalent authority (for rural areas)/ Village Panchayat Secretary/ Village Revenue Officer or equivalent (for rural areas) | 👎 | 👍 | |
| 18 | PAN Card/e-PAN Card | 👍 | 👎 |
| 19 | Driving licence | 👍 | 👎 |
| 20 | Service Photo Identity Card issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU/ regulatory body / statutory body | 👍 | 👎 |
| 21 | Pensioner Photo Identity Card / Freedom Fighter Photo Identity Card/ Pension Payment Order issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU / regulatory body /statutory body | 👍 | 👎 |
| 22 | CGHS/ ECHS/ ESIC/ Medi-Claim Card issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU | 👍 | 👎 |
| 23 | Mark-sheet / Certificate issued by a recognised Board of Education or university or deemed university or higher educational institution established by a Central or State Act | 👍 | 👎 |
Note:
- Proof of Identity (POI) means it contains the Name and Photograph of the individual (Person).
- Proof of Address (POA) means it contains Name and Address of the Individual (Person).
- From the S.No. 1 to 9, Any one of the documents accepted as both POI and POA without the need for additional certificates.
Method-2: Enrollment with Head of Family's (HOF) Documents in case the Person does not have POI and POA Documents:
| Sl. No. | List of documents | Proof of Identity (POI) document, containing name and photograph | Proof of Address (POA) document, containing name and address in India |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valid Indian Passport | 👍 | 👍 |
| 2 | Birth certificate issued by Authorised Authority under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969. | 👍 | 👍 |
| 3 | Pensioner Photo Identity Card / Freedom Fighter Photo Identity Card/ Pension Payment Order issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU / regulatory body /statutory body | 👍 | 👍 |
| 4 | Mark-sheet / Certificate issued by a recognised Board of Education or university or deemed university or higher educational institution established by a Central or State Act | 👍 | 👍 |
| 5 | Third gender / Transgender Identity Card / Certificate issued under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 | 👍 | 👍 |
| 6 | Service Photo Identity Card issued by Central Government/ State Government/ PSU/ regulatory body / statutory body | 👎 | 👍 |
| 7 | Ration /PDS Photograph Card/eRation Card | 👍 | 👎 |
| 8 | Family entitlement document issued by Central Government/ State Government | 👍 | 👎 |
| 9 | Photograph Identity Card / Certificate with photograph issued by the Central Government/ State Government, such as under the Bhamashah scheme, Domicile Certificate, MGNREGA/NREGS Job Card, Labour Card, etc. | 👍 | 👎 |
| 10 | Scheduled Tribe(ST)/ Scheduled Cast(SC) /Other Backward Cast (OBC) Certificate issued by Central Government/ State Government | 👍 | 👎 |
| 11 | Document to prove legal guardianship | 👍 | 👎 |
Note: In this case, the person seeking to obtain an Aadhaar card must include any one of the above documents even if the family head has a valid certificate. Otherwise, the person should obtain a date of birth certificate.
Steps to Apply for an Adult Aadhaar Card (Above 5 years including 18 plus and senior citizens.)
| Steps | Individual registration | HOF based registration |
|---|---|---|
| Locate an Aadhaar Enrollment Center: | You can find the nearest authorized Aadhaar enrollment center by using this official " Locate an Enrollment Center" tool. This tool allows you to search based on your state, district or PIN code. | |
| Documentation | Before heading to the enrollment center, ensure you have all the aforementioned documents. | The individual person must provide the necessary proof of relationship with the HOF along with their own identity and address proof. |
| Form Submission: | You need to fill out and submit the Aadhaar enrollment form at the Aadhaar enrollment center. | |
| Biometric Data Collection: |
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| Verification and Submission: | Once your biometrics are captured, the operator will verify the information and ask you to confirm the details. After confirmation, the operator will provide you with an acknowledgment slip containing your enrollment number. Keep this slip safely. | |
| Check Aadhaar Status: | You can track your Aadhaar status online using the enrollment number provided on your acknowledgment slip through the UIDAI official link. | |
| Receiving your Aadhaar Card: | After successful processing, your Aadhaar card will be sent to your residential address by post. This process usually takes a few weeks. Meanwhile, you can download an electronic version (e-Aadhaar) from the UIDAI website using your enrollment number. | |
| Note: The Head of the Family (HOF) member must be present at the time of enrollment to authenticate their identity and the relationship with the individual family person. | ||
Who can Eligible to act as Head of the Family (HOF):
The HOF plays a crucial role in ensuring that family members who might not have individual identity documents can still enroll for Aadhaar by verifying their relationship and supporting their application.
Eligibility Criteria:
(A). Existing Aadhaar Holder:
The HOF must already have a valid Aadhaar Number.
(B). Age:
The HOF must be an adult, i.e., 18 years or older.
(C). Relationship:
Only the Mother / Father / Legal Guardian can act as HOF.
Conclusion:
By following these steps, you can successfully enroll for an Aadhaar if your age above 5 years old or after turning 18.
Remember, your Aadhaar card is more than just an ID - it is an indispensable part of every Indian citizen's life.
