Minimum Age for Aadhar card

There is no minimum age for getting an Aadhaar card even newborns can be enrolled immediately. But knowing just the minimum age isn’t enough. As a parent, you need to understand how the Aadhaar process works for children, what documents are required, when biometric updates are required, and why you should do early enrollment. Let’s get started.

Features of Aadhar card for children below five years of age

Before applying for your child’s Aadhaar card, it’s important to know the features:

• Aadhaar can be issued for children under 5, including newborns. These are blue cards called Baal Aadhaar.
• Children under 5 do not need fingerprints or iris scans. Only a photo is required.
• You must provide the Aadhaar card of at least one parent.
• If both parents do not have Aadhaar, they must enroll first.
• After the child turns 5, they need to provide biometric data – all 10 fingerprints and iris scan.
• The child’s photo is taken during enrollment, which can be done online or offline.
• The same process is repeated when the child turns 15.
• All these services are free

Documents required for Aadhar application when children are below five years of age

The required and necessary documents for aadhar card enrolment when a child is below five years of age are as follows:

• Birth certificate of the child (carry both original and photocopy of it).
• Aadhar card, identity proof and address proof of the child’s parents.

Aadhar card enrolment process for children below five years of age

The Aadhar card enrollment process for children under five can be done online or offline. We will discuss both the modes in detail.

If you are planning to take the offline mode, you can follow the steps mentioned below:

• Visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
• Get the enrollment form and fill it carefully. Include your Aadhaar number.
• Parent details: Either mother or father must provide their Aadhaar information.
• Child’s photo: Will be taken at the center.
• Child’s information: Address and other details are taken from the parent’s Aadhaar.
• Provide the birth certificate of your child.
• Acknowledgment slip: You will receive one with your child’s Enrollment ID (EID). This ID helps you track the Aadhaar status online.
• After completion, the Aadhaar card will arrive within 90 days.

Online Appointment Booking

1. Visit the UIDAI website.
2. Select your preferred language.
3. Click “My Aadhaar” and then “Book an Appointment”.
4. Click “Get Aadhaar and then Book an Appointment” again.
5. Select your City/Location.
6. Click “New Aadhaar”.
7. Enter your mobile number and captcha code.
8. Click “Generate OTP” and verify.
9. Fill in the required details.
10. Confirm your appointment.

Tracking the status of Aadhar card for children online

After applying for the aadhar card, you can track the status of aadhar card through online mode. You have to keep the child’s Enrolment ID handy and safe. You can follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official website of UIDAI. The link is mentioned above.
2. Click on the option “My Aadhar”.
3. Enter the enrolment ID and date and time of enrolment as per the acknowledgement slip.
4. Verify the correct captcha code.
5.  Click on “Check Status”.

You will be able to track the status of your child’s aadhar card.

FAQs

Can minor apply for Aadhar card?

Yes, children of any age can apply for an Aadhar card.

Do children need Aadhar?

 Aadhar is not mandatory for children, but it is recommended, as it can be used for a variety of purposes, such as opening a bank account or enrolling in school.

Is Aadhar a standard age proof?

Aadhaar is a proof of identity and address, not a legal proof of date of birth. Many schools and institutions may accept it, but for legal purposes (like school admission or passport), the Birth Certificate is the primary document.

Is Aadhaar mandatory for everyone?

Aadhar is not mandatory for everyone, but it is required for certain government services and benefits.