How to Apply Aadhaar Card for Child
The Government of India uses the Aadhaar card to provide many services to Indian citizens. Aadhaar card widely serves as proof of address and identity. It plays a vital role in India’s transition to becoming a more digital economy and is one of the pillars of Digital India. Aadhaar has played a key role in combating corruption, a notable example being the reduction in the diversion of food grains.
The government is now providing Aadhaar cards for children under five as well. It is called ‘Baal Aadhaar’. In this article, we will discuss the steps for Aadhaar Card for Child online registration.
Baal Aadhaar Card Online
The Aadhaar Card for Child is a 12-digit unique identification number issued to children below five years old. It is issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). The Baal Aadhaar card is linked to the Aadhaar card of one of the parents, and no biometric data is required to get it.
For more details, you can check out Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Notification.
Baal Aadhaar Card Process
You can do the Aadhaar Card for Child registration both offline as well as online. In case you find the online mode not very convenient, you can visit your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for offline registration. One parent will have to submit their Aadhaar card as well.
To find the nearest enrolment center, you can visit Ladli Bahan Awas Yojana.
Baal Aadhaar Card Online Registration
Here are the steps for Aadhaar Card for Child online registration:
- Step 1: Visit the official UIDAI website.
- Step 2: Select the language you want to view the website.
- Step 3: Click on ‘My Aadhaar’ and click on ‘Book an Appointment’ option.
- Step 4: Under the option ‘Book an Appointment at a UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra’, select the city where you want to book an appointment and click ‘Proceed to Book Appointment.
- Step 5: On the next page, enter your mobile number and captcha and click ‘Get OTP’.
- Step 6: Enter the OTP and select the date of your appointment.
- Step 7: You will be notified about your appointment via SMS.
- Step 8: Visit the Aadhaar center on the date of appointment.
- Step 9: The parent whose Aadhaar card will be linked to the Baal Aadhaar card must submit their biometrics and their Aadhaar card details. The child will not have to provide his or her biometrics.
- Step 10: Submit all relevant documents along with the application form that you will fill up at the center. The original documents will be scanned and returned to the parent. The Baal Aadhaar card will be sent via post to your home. You will also be able to download it online.
How to Get a Aadhaar Card for Child?
You can also do the Baal Aadhaar card registration offline to get an Aadhaar card for your child. Please note that Aadhaar enrollment is free of cost. Here are the steps to follow to register for Baal Aadhaar card offline:
- Step 1: Go to your closest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. You can locate your closest enrolment center from the official UIDAI website.
- Step 2: At the center, officials will provide you with an application form for a Baal Aadhaar card. Fill it up.
- Step 3: The parent whose Aadhaar card will be connected with the Baal Aadhaar card must submit their biometrics and their Aadhaar card. The child will not be asked for his or her biometrics.
- Step 4: Submit the relevant documents along with the application form. The original documents will be scanned and returned to the parent.
- Step 5: You will get the acknowledgement slip with your registration number. This can be useful while checking the status of your child’s ‘Baal Aadhaar’. The UIDAI will dispatch the Baal Aadhaar card to your postal address within 60-90 days after registration is done.
Aadhaar Card for Child Download
Here are the steps to download the Aadhaar Card for Child online after the Baal Aadhaar card registration is complete:
- Step 1: Log in to the official myAadhaar portal and click on the ‘Download Aadhaar’ tab.
- Step 2: Choose the ‘Aadhaar number’ option. If you want, you can also select the ‘Enrollment ID’ and ‘Virtual ID’ options.
- Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha.
- Step 4: Click ‘Send OTP’ and check your phone for OTP.
- Step 5: Indicate if you want a masked Aadhaar card and enter OTP.
- Step 6: Click the ‘Download Aadhaar’ option. The Baal Aadhaar card will be downloaded. After downloading your Aadhaar card, you will have to enter a password to access it. The password will have 8 characters. It will be a mixture of the first four letters of your child’s name in capital letters and your child’s year of birth in YYYY format. For example: If your child’s name is Girish Yadav and the year of birth is 2021, then your password is GIRI2021.
Aadhaar Card for Child Minimum Age
The Baal Aadhaar card is available for children below the age of five. Thus, all children, including newborns, below the age of five are eligible for a Baal Aadhaar card.
For more information, refer to Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 10.
Documents Required For Aadhaar Card for Child
Following are the documents required for Baal Aadhaar card online registration:
- Birth certificate/discharge slip from hospital/school ID of child.
- Aadhaar card of one parent.
Parents can submit the following documents as proof of identity:
- Passport.
- ID card with a photograph, such as a domicile or resident certificate, which must have been granted by central or state government.
- ST, SC or OBC certificate.
- Certificate of disability or disability ID card issued under Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017.
OCI cardholders can submit their foreign passport provided they have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the last 12 months. Resident foreigners who have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the last 12 months can submit a valid visa and a valid foreign passport.
For more details on documentation, you can refer to Fasal Bima Yojana.
FAQs
- What is Baal Aadhaar?
- Baal Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued to children below five years old.
- What documents are required for Baal Aadhaar registration?
- Birth certificate, Aadhaar card of one parent, and other identification proofs.
- Can I register for Baal Aadhaar online?
- Yes, Baal Aadhaar can be registered both online and offline.
- Is there any fee for Baal Aadhaar registration?
- No, Aadhaar enrollment is free of cost.
- How long does it take to get the Baal Aadhaar card?
- It typically takes 60-90 days after registration for the Baal Aadhaar card to be dispatched.
- Can foreigners apply for Baal Aadhaar for their children?
- Yes, if they have stayed in India for 182 days or more in the last 12 months.
- What is the minimum age for Baal Aadhaar?
- The Baal Aadhaar card is available for children below the age of five.
- How can I download the Baal Aadhaar card?
- You can download it from the myAadhaar portal after registration.
- Do I need to provide biometrics for Baal Aadhaar?
- No, children below five years old do not need to provide biometrics.
- What is the password to access the downloaded Baal Aadhaar card?
- The password is the first four letters of your child’s name in capital letters followed by the year of birth in YYYY format.