How to Order Aadhaar PVC Card

The UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) has introduced various forms of Aadhaar from time to time for the convenience of residents. Today, we will go through the process of how to order an Aadhaar PVC card and what are its benefits.

There are 4 types of Aadhaar available currently for people to download/order and use. all these 4 types of Aadhaar card is a valid and can be used at any place without any question. These types are:

Aadhaar Letter: It is a paper-based letter that has a secure QR code with its date of issue and print date. This letter is sent to all the people who have applied for an Aadhaar card for the first time. The is sent to the applicant at his/her residential address free of cost.

The user can order a reprint of the letter by paying ₹ 50 as a charge for printing and delivery. The letter will be delivered to the applicant’s residential address by speed post.

eAadhaar: eAadhaar is the electronic form of Aadhaar which is digitally signed by the UIDAI having a QR code for offline verification with issue date and download date. You can also download masked Aadhaar which displays only the last 4 digits of the Aadhaar number. It can be downloaded from the website free of cost.

mAadhaar: This one is the digital form of Aadhaar which can be installed on mobile phones. mAadhaar App is available on Google Play Store and iOS App Store for downloading. It comes with a QR code for offline usage. mAadhaar can be downloaded from the mobile app free of cost.

Aadhaar PVC Card: Aadhaar PVC card is the latest form of the Aadhaar introduced by UIDAI. It has a digitally signed secure QR code with photographs and demographics details with multiple security features. It is made of PVC material so it is durable and unbreakable. It can be ordered online by paying ₹ 50 as charges for printing and delivery. The PVC card will be delivered to the applicant’s residential address by speed post.

How to Order Aadhaar PVC Card?

Below is the step wise process for ordering PVC Aadhaar card from UIDAI website.

  • Go to the UIDAI website address
  • Enter your Aadhaar number.
  • Enter security code visible beside the text box.
  • Click on the “Send OTP” button.
  • You will get the OTP from UIDAI within few seconds.
  • Enter the OTP (its valid for 10 minutes only)
  • Tick the “terms and conditions” check box.
  • On the next screen, your Aadhaar details will be shown.
  • It will show you the preview of your Aadhaar PVC card.
  • If everything is ok, click on the “Make Payment” button.
  • It will take you through the online payment page.
  • There are 3 options for making payment. 1) Debit/Credit card 2) Netbanking 3) UPI
  • Select the payment method that suits you.
  • Make the payment and complete the transaction.
  • You will receive the confirmation SMS on your registered mobile number.
  • The Aadhaar PVC card will be delivered to your registered address by speed post.
Order Aadhaar PVC card

Here is the video tutorial on how to order Aadhaar PVC card.

FAQs on Aadhaar PVC Card

What is order Aadhaar PVC card?

It is a latest form of Aadhaar card which can be ordered from the UIDAI website for a charges of ₹ 50/-. The card will be delivered to the applicant’s registered address via speed post. It is a valid form of Aadhaar card just like you are using Aadhaar letter or mAadhaar.

Why should I order Aadhaar PVC card?

It has many security features like:
1) Secure QR Code
2) Hologram
3) Micro text
4) Ghost image
5) Issue Date & Print Date
6) Guilloche Pattern
7) Embossed Aadhaar Logo

Is Aadhaar PVC card is chargable?

Yes, the applicant needs to pay ₹ 50 as printing and delivery charge.

Which mode of payments are available for making payment?

There are 3 modes of payment available for making payment.
1) Debit/Credit card
2) Net banking
3) UPI

What should I do with SRN number i received?

It is a unique 28 digit service request number for your reference. Please preserve it until you receive your PVC card. It may be required for your future correspondence.

What is AWB number?

AWB stands for Airway bill number. It is an article delivery tracing number for your PVC card. You can check the delivery status of your Aadhaar PVC card on India Post website by entering this number.

Can I order Aadhaar PVC card with the latest details?

No. you can not update the details while applying for a PVC card. You need to first get the details updated on the UIDAI website and then place an order for a PVC card.

Within how many days I will get the Aadhaar PVC card from my order date?

Usually it takes 5 working days to get the PVC card delivered to the registered address.

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