How To Apply For PVC Aadhaar Card: Step-By-Step Process

The Aadhaar Card is one significant step by the government of India in personal identification, reflecting India’s ongoing digital transformation. mAadhaar App is one such technological addition to the personal identification that has gained significant growth since its launch. However, the physical Aadhaar card is still valued and widely used by people who like the traditional way of identification in daily life.

UIDAI, the governing body of Aadhaar, has introduced PVC Aadhaar Card, a new version of Aadhaar Card that is durable and convenient to use for identification purposes. This new version of the Aadhaar card, designed to be durable and convenient, is made from synthetic plastic and resembles an ATM card in size (86 mm x 54 mm). The PVC Aadhaar card includes various security features such as guilloche patterns, holograms, and QR codes, which make it a reliable form of identification.

Benefits of the PVC Aadhaar Card

The PVC Aadhaar card offers numerous advantages over its paper predecessor:
Unlike traditional paper cards that are not durable and vulnerable to damage, the PVC card is built to last a lifetime.
Its compact size allows it to fit easily into wallets just like any debit or credit card, which makes it more accessible and reliable for everyday use.
The Aadhaar PVC Card comes with enhanced security features that help in protecting against fraud and unauthorized access.
It comes with the QR code that enables easy verification processes, streamlining interactions with various services.
How to Apply for a PVC Aadhaar Card
Applying for a PVC Aadhaar card is an easy and simple process

Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Visit the official UIDAI website at uidai.gov.in/ and select your preferred language.
Click on the ‘My Aadhaar’ section on the homepage.
Now select the option ‘Order Aadhaar PVC Card’
Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number or 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID)
Enter Captcha verification displayed on the screen for security check
Click on ‘Send OTP’ to receive a One-Time Password (OTP) on your registered mobile number.
In case your mobile number is not registered, select ‘My mobile number is not registered’ and provide an alternate number.
Enter the OTP you received and click on ‘Submit’ tab
Review and verify your details that are displayed
Click on ‘Make Payment’: The fee for the PVC Aadhaar card is Rs 50, which includes GST and speed post charges.
Choose your preferred payment method (credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI) and complete the transaction.
Receive Acknowledgment: After successful payment, an acknowledgment receipt with a Service Request Number (SRN) will be generated.
You can use this SRN to track the status of your PVC Aadhaar card

Within five business days (not including the request date) after UIDAI processes your request, India Post will get your printed PVC Aadhaar card. Depending on your location, the Speed Post delivery usually takes an additional 5 to 15 working days.

The PVC Aadhaar card, which combines ease with improved security measures, is a modern solution for identity verification in India. This project fits in well with India’s larger objectives of digitisation and efficiency in public services, as digital identification becomes more and more important in many industries.

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