How to Get an Aadhaar Card?

Follow the steps given below to get an Aadhaar card:

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    Go to an Aadhaar enrolment centre near you. You can find details of such centres on this website.

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    Book an appointment for your visit to the center. You can do that online on this website.

    You can also visit the center without an appointment.

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    Carry the following supporting documents with you identity proof, address proof, proof of date of birth.

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    Fill the application form with all relevant information at the center.

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    Submit the form along with photocopies of the supporting documents.

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    Your biometric data, like fingerprints, iris scan (inside your eyes) and photograph of face is collected.

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    You will be given an acknowledgement receipt with a 14-digit enrolment number. You can track the progress of your application using this number.

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    After verification, the Aadhaar card will be sent to your address via post. It can take up to 90 days to reach you.

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