Baal Aadhaar Card: Getting an Aadhaar card made for a child under 5 is now easy; learn how to apply from the comfort of your home.

Baal Aadhaar: A 'Blue Aadhaar' card for children under the age of 5 can now be obtained from home, thanks to a service provided by the Department of Posts. Once the application is accepted, a postal employee visits your home to complete the enrollment process.

Applying for a Blue Aadhaar Card: If you have children under the age of 5 and haven't yet obtained an Aadhaar card for them, there is no need to make repeated trips to an Aadhaar center. Under a special service offered by the Department of Posts, you can now apply for 'Baal Aadhaar' for your children right from your home. After the application is accepted, a postal department employee will visit your residence to personally complete the enrollment process.

It is worth noting that the Blue Aadhaar card for children under 5 is issued by the UIDAI. Biometrics (fingerprints and iris scans) are not collected for children in this age group. Here is how you can get a Baal Aadhaar card made for your children from the comfort of your home...

What is a Blue Aadhaar Card?

This is an Aadhaar card issued for children under the age of 5, commonly referred to as 'Blue Aadhaar'. A key feature is that it does not require the child's biometric data; instead, the Aadhaar number is linked to the child's demographic details and the parents' Aadhaar information.

How to apply from home

First, download the 'PostInfo' app from the Google Play Store.
Install and open the app.
Navigate to the 'Service Request' option.
Enter the required details such as your name, address, and mobile number.
Select the 'IPPB Aadhaar Services' option from the list of services.
Next, click on the 'Child Aadhaar Enrolment' option.
Receive and enter the OTP, then submit the application.
Once the process is complete, a postal department employee will visit your home to finalize the child's Aadhaar enrollment.

Documents required for 'Baal Aadhaar'

Child's birth certificate
Aadhaar card of either parent
Active mobile number
Other necessary information

Points to remember

The child must be under 5 years of age.
Ensure the child's biometrics are updated after they turn 5.
Get the biometrics updated again after the age of 15.
Provide accurate mobile number and document details during the application process to avoid any issues.