No OTP, no CAPTCHA hassle: Download your Aadhaar Card directly from WhatsApp, here's the complete process

Now, you don't need to enter an OTP or use a CAPTCHA to download your Aadhaar card. You can download your Aadhaar card PDF simply by sending a "Hi" message on WhatsApp.

Aadhaar card services are now available on WhatsApp. With this special service from UIDAI, you can receive your Aadhaar card PDF on your WhatsApp. You don't need to visit the UIDAI website or app. You can directly download your Aadhaar card PDF on your WhatsApp. Downloading the Aadhaar card from the UIDAI website or app requires entering an OTP, CAPTCHA, etc. With this special service, you can download your Aadhaar card without entering an OTP or CAPTCHA.

The Aadhaar card has become an essential document for us. From buying a SIM card to booking railway or flight tickets, an Aadhaar card is required. It is also used as an important document for children's admissions and exams. Therefore, if you can access your Aadhaar card with just one click on WhatsApp, it makes many tasks easier.

UIDAI has announced this special WhatsApp service through its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. Aadhaar card holders can receive a digital copy of their Aadhaar card (PDF) by simply sending a message. A special helpline number - +91-9013151515 has been issued for this purpose. Simply send a "Hi" message to this number on WhatsApp, and you will get access to several Aadhaar card-related services.

How to download your Aadhaar card from WhatsApp:

• First, save the Aadhaar helpline number - +91-9013151515 on your phone.
• Now open WhatsApp and send a "Hi" message to this number.
• You will then receive several options for Aadhaar card-related services.
• Select the "Download Aadhaar" option.
• You will then receive a message containing your Aadhaar card PDF.
• Download it and use your Aadhaar card.
• To open the PDF file, you will need to know your area's PIN code.

FAQs

1. Is downloading my Aadhaar card via WhatsApp safe?

Ans. Yes, this is the official helpline number. You can only download your Aadhaar card through this WhatsApp helpline if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar card.  Therefore, this service is completely safe.

2. Is there any charge for downloading the Aadhaar card via WhatsApp?

Ans. No, this Aadhaar card WhatsApp helpline is free of charge. You will not be charged anything to download the Aadhaar card PDF.