An Aadhaar card is an important identification document for people living in India. Required for several verification purposes, most people keep it in handy with themselves just in case a need arises. As the card is a simple paper without much durability, it may easily wear out, tear or the printed details may fade away with time. To tackle this problem, UIDAI now offers Aadhar cards made out of PVC which is a much stronger material as opposed to laminated paper. That being said, in this article, we’ll take a deep dive into what exactly the Aadhar PVC card offers, its benefits and how you can apply for the same. So without any further ado, let’s get started.
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What is an Aadhaar PVC card?
An Aadhar PVC card, as the name suggests is a card made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) which is a strong material ensuring longevity, durability and water resistance of the card. Any existing Aadhar cardholder can apply for it from UIDAI’s website by paying a small fee. What makes this card special is the enhanced security features embedded within it such as a digitally signed QR code and embossed text and Aadhaar logo.
How to order Aadhaar PVC card online
Aadhaar PVC cards can be ordered online at UIDAI’s website with and without a mobile number. Both methods are safe since the PVC card is sent to your registered address. Here’s how to order Aadhaar PVC card online
Using registered mobile number
PVC Aadhaar card can be ordered from the UIDAI website. If you are wondering how here’s a quick step-by-step guide on how you can apply for PVC Aadhar card online right from your home.
- Open the browser on your computer head over to UIDAI’s official website
- On the top left corner, menu drag your cursor and hover on ‘myAadhaar’
- Now, under ‘Get Aadhar’ select the ‘Order Aadhar PVC Card’
- You’ll be redirected to the login screen. Simply click on the ‘Login’ button present on the right
- In order to log in, you’ll need your 12-digit Aadhar card number handy with you and also need to enter the captcha
- Once you enter both, it’ll send an OTP to your registered mobile number
- Enter the OTP received and you’ll be into your Aadhar account
- On the next screen, you’ll be shown a preview of the PVC Aadhar card. Make sure you go through the details carefully before proceeding further
- Then, click on ‘Make payement’ where you can choose the preferred mode of payment such as UPI, net banking, credit card and debit card
- Once the payments are successfully made, you can download the receipt or take a screenshot for future reference
- And you’re done! The PVC Aadhar card will be delivered to your address within a couple of days
Using any mobile number
If you’ve not yet linked your mobile number or are ordering the PVC Aadhaar card who doesn’t own a phone, here’s how to do that using any phone number.
- On your browser, head over to the Aadhaar website and under My Aadhaar service select ‘Order Aadhaar PVC Card’. Alternatively, you can click on this link.
- Now enter the required details such as your Aadhaar number or Enrollment number and the captcha being displayed over there
- Checkmark the option saying ‘My mobile number is not registered’
- Once done, enter the mobile number you wish to receive the SMS on
- Click on ‘Send OTP’
- You’ll be redirected to the payments page where an amount of Rs 50 will have to be paid to process your PVC card application. Along with that, you’ll receive the SRN (Service Request Number) and AWB number which can be used to track the delivery through SMS
- Once the payment is made, the Aadhaar PVC card will be delivered to your registered address within a couple of days through speed post.
What are the benefits of Aadhaar PVC card?
Coming at a size of an ATM card, the Aadhar PVC card is easy to carry around and fits in all wallets perfectly. What gives it an edge is its verification features through the QR code printed on the card which is able to e-verify income tax returns at the comfort of your home. Apart from that, the card also includes a hologram and micro text which is a sign of a legal and valid document.
FAQs
Below you can find some answers to the most common questions and queries related to PVC Aadhar cards.
What’s the cost of PVC Aadhaar card?
As the Aadhar PVC card is offered by the government of India for the citizens of the country, the charges are very nominal. An Aadhaar PVC card will cost you Rs 50, which includes both GST and speed post charges. The payment is to be made online on the UIDAI’s website itself using net banking, UPI, debit/ credit cards, and digital wallets.
How many days does it take to receive Aadhaar PVC card?
Once you send in your application and successfully make payment for the Aadhar PVC card, it’ll be delivered to your residential address within the next five days via speed post service. The delivery status can easily be tracked using Department of Posts’ official website. Just enter your receipt or consignment number on the home page to check the Aadhaar card’s delivery status.
How to track Aadhaar PVC application status
After placing an order for Aadhar PVC card, here’s how you can track the application status.
- Once again head over to UIDAI’s official website on your browser
- On the top left corner, menu drag your cursor and hover on ‘myAadhaar’
- Under ‘Get Aadhaar’ menu, the bottom last option would be ‘Check Aadhar PVC Card Status’. Click on it.
- You’ll be redirected to the login screen. Simply click on ‘Login’ button present on the right. Keep your Aadhar card number ready with you and enter the captcha displayed on the screen
- Once you enter both, it’ll send an OTP to your registered mobile number
- Enter the OTP received and now you’ll be able to view your application status
