Aadhaar card verification: How to verify your Aadhaar number at uidai.gov.in

Not all 12-digit numbers are Aadhaar numbers, hence, you should verify your Aadhaar number with some simple and easy steps.

Know how to verify your Aadhaar number online. (PTI)

Aadhaar, the 12-digit unique identification number, is issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to all Indian citizens as a photo id proof. It's one of the most preferred valid id proof. The Aadhaar card is the most crucial document as it serves as proof of identity, address, and age. In many circumstances, it is mandatory to have an Aadhaar card in order to avail various government services. However, not all 12-digit numbers are Aadhaar card numbers, hence UIDAI recommended all the users to verify Aadhaar before accepting it as identity proof.

The process of verifying the Aadhaar card is known as Aadhaar Verification and it's very easy. Aadhaar users can verify their Aadhaar number online from UIDAI website.

Aadhaar holders can verify their Aadhaar and confirm the details before using it as id proof. One can even check the Aadhaar existence of others by entering the Aadhaar number and captcha. Here's a step by step process to verify your Aadhaar card.