Aadhaar Card Verification by Mobile Number: Online Check

Verify whether your mobile number is linked and registered with your Aadhaar card online. Step-by-step guide to check verification status on the UIDAI myAadhaar portal.

A registered and verified mobile number is essential for accessing online identity services in India. From filing income tax returns and paperless e-KYC to updating demographic details and downloading electronic identity copies, every key service depends on an authentication One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered contact number.

If you are unsure whether your current SIM is verified with UIDAI, this updated guide walks you through the step-by-step verification procedure on the official myAadhaar portal.

Why Must Your Mobile Number Be Verified?

Having a verified mobile number linked to your identity records allows you to:

• Access Paperless e-KYC: Authenticate identity seamlessly for SIM activation, bank accounts, and demat accounts.
• Instant PAN-Aadhaar Linking: Complete statutory linking and clear e-Pay tax verifications without physical paperwork.
• Online Address & Profile Updates: Make updates to your address or demographic documents directly from home.
• Fraud Protection: Receive real-time SMS alerts whenever authentication or biometric locks/unlocks occur.

Step-by-Step: How to Verify Mobile Number Online via myAadhaar

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides a dedicated tool called “Verify Email/Mobile Number” that confirms whether a particular phone number matches their central records.

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│ Step 2: Select 'Verify Email/Mobile Number'   │
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│ Step 3: Enter 12-Digit ID & Mobile Number    │
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│ Step 4: Submit Captcha & Click 'Send OTP'    │
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│ Step 5: Read Instant Status / Enter OTP      │
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1. Access the myAadhaar Portal: Navigate to the official UIDAI portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
2. Select the Verification Tool: Scroll to the services grid and click on “Verify Email/Mobile Number”.
3. Choose Verification Option: Select the radio button labeled “Verify Mobile Number”.
4. Enter Credentials:
   • Enter your 12-digit identity number.
   • Enter the mobile number you wish to verify.
   • Complete the CAPTCHA security code displayed on the screen.
5. Click ‘Send OTP’:
   • Case A (Already Verified): If the entered phone number is already active in our records, an immediate notification appears:“The mobile number you entered is already verified with our records.”(In this scenario, no further action is required).
   • Case B (Unverified / New): If the number is listed in your records but pending verification, an OTP will be dispatched to your phone. Enter the 6-digit OTP and click Submit.
   • Case C (Not Linked / Mismatched): If a red notification appears stating:“The mobile number you entered does not match with our records.”This indicates that either an old number is linked or no phone number is registered.

How to Check Which Mobile Number is Linked (Finding Masked Digits)

If you have forgotten which old phone number was linked years ago during enrollment, follow this quick method:

1. On the myAadhaar homepage, click on “Check Aadhaar Validity”.
2. Enter your 12-digit identity number and captcha, then click Proceed.
3. The screen will display basic demographic parameters:
   • Age Band (e.g., 20–30 or 30–40)
   • Gender
   • State
   • Mobile: Displays the last 3 digits of your registered number (e.g., XXXXXXX789).
4. If it states “Null” or blank, no mobile number is currently registered.

Need to update or register a new phone number? Read our walkthrough on how to link mobile number with Aadhaar via postal doorstep service and enrollment centers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can I link or change my mobile number online without visiting an enrollment center?

No. UIDAI requires in-person biometric authentication (fingerprint or iris scan) to link or update a mobile number. You cannot change your registered phone number purely online. You must either visit an authorized Aadhaar Seva Kendra or utilize the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) doorstep postman service.

Q2. What should I do if my mobile number is not verified?

If the portal shows that your mobile number is not verified or mismatched, visit your nearest enrollment center or book an appointment online via UIDAI. Submit an update form and complete biometric verification; your new number is typically updated within 24 to 72 hours.

Q3. Can multiple identity cards be linked to the same mobile number?

Yes. Family members (such as parents, spouse, or minor children) can share the same registered mobile number for communication and OTP verification purposes.

Q4. Is there any fee to verify a mobile number online?

No. Verification on the UIDAI myAadhaar portal is completely free. (A government fee of ₹50 is applicable only when updating or changing your phone number at an enrollment center).