UIDAI Order Aadhaar PVC Card Service - Apply Online, Track Status

Order Aadhaar PVC Card service has been launched by Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Any aadhar card holder can now apply online for PVC aadhar card to get their aadhaar details printed on PVC card. It is durable, easy to carry with multiple security features and is equally valid to other forms of aadhaar like eAadhaar, mAadhaar, Aadhaar letter, Aadhaar card. So read this article till the end to know how to order aadhaar PVC card, how to track status and other aspects regarding it.

Order Aadhaar PVC Card - Apply Online

Aadhaar card is necessary to avail benefits of several govt. services, schemes and is one of the most important document now a days. Aadhaar PVC Card comes in a convenient size which enables you to carry it in your wallet like an ATM. One can place order request for Aadhaar PVC Card using registered mobile number as well as using non-registered/alternate mobile number. Process for ordering aadhaar PVC Card by both these processes is described in detail in this article, so read it till the end.

PVC Aadhar Card Apply Online using Registered Mobile Number

• First of all, visit the UIDAI official website at https://uidai.gov.in/en/ 
• At the homepage, go to "My Aadhaar" tab and then under 'Get Aadhaar' section, click at "Order Aadhaar PVC Card" link.

• Then on myAadhaar page, scroll down to reach "Order Aadhaar PVC Card" tab and click it.

• Direct link - https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricPVC 
• Then the page to apply online for Aadhaar PVC Card will appear as shown below:-

• Enter your 12 digit Aadhaar Number (UID) or 16 digit Virtual Identification Number (VID) or 28 digits Enrollment ID.
• Enter the security code
• If you have TOTP, choose option "I have TOTP" by clicking in check box else Click on "Request OTP" button.
• Enter OTP/TOTP received on registered mobile number.
• Click on the check box against "Terms and Conditions". (Note: Click on hyper link to see details).
• Click on "Submit" Button to complete OTP/TOTP verification.
• On next screen, preview of the Aadhaar details will appear for verification by resident before placing the order for reprint.
• Click on "Make payment". You will be re-directed to Payment Gateway page with payment options as Credit/Debit Card, Net banking and UPI.
• After successful payment, receipt will get generated having digital signature which can be downloaded by resident in PDF format. Resident will also get the Service Request Number via SMS.
• Resident can track the status of SRN till dispatch of Aadhaar Card on Check Aadhaar Card Status.
• SMS containing AWB number will also be sent once dispatched from DoP. Resident can further track delivery status by visiting DoP website.

Raise Aadhaar PVC Card Request using Non-registered/Alternate mobile number

• Please visit https://uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricPVC
• Click on “Order Aadhaar Card” Service or mAadhaar application
• Enter your 12 digit Aadhaar Number (UID) or or 28 digits Enrollment ID.
• Enter the security code
• Click on check box "If you do not have a registered mobile number, please check in the box".
• Please enter Non-Registered / Alternate Mobile Number. Preview will not be available for residents ordering using non-registered mobile number.
• Rest of the steps for ordering remains the same.

Track Aadhaar PVC Card Order Status

• First of all, visit the UIDAI official website at https://uidai.gov.in/en/ 
• At the homepage, go to "My Aadhaar" tab and then under 'Get Aadhaar' section, click at "Order Aadhaar PVC Card" link.

• Then on myAadhaar page, scroll down to reach "Check Aadhaar PVC Card Order Status" tab and click it.

• Direct link - https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/checkStatus 
• Then the page to track Aadhaar PVC Card status will appear as shown below:-

• Enter Service Request Number (SRN), captcha and click at "Submit" button.
• It is worth noting that this page can be used to check the status of new SRNs, starting with 'S' and issued by myaadhaar portal. Status of SRNs with number and originated with older portal are to be checked at https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-reprint-status

Security features of Aadhaar PVC Card

This Aadhaar PVC card contains security features like:-

1. Tamper proof QR Code
2. Hologram
3. Micro text
4. Ghost image
5. Issue Date & Print Date
6. Guilloche Pattern
7. Embossed Aadhaar Logo

Modes of Payment for Aadhaar PVC Card

Residents can use following payment methods while making payment:-

• Credit Card
• Debit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI
• Wallet

Presently, the payment of Rs. 50 can be made using Online Mode of Payment. 

UIDAI Announcement of Aadhaar PVC Card

Unique Identification Authority of India has made an announcement for the launch of its new "Order Aadhaar PVC Card" service on their own twitter handler. The tweet regarding the launch of Aadhar PVC Card are shown here:-

Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents required for various purposes like government schemes, admission of the child. Aadhar card is also used as an identity proof. Previously, the Aadhaar card received at our postal address was very bulky and it was difficult to carry it. But now, UIDAI has allowed Aadhaar reprint on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) card so that the Aadhaar card fits into the wallet like an ATM or debit card.

Salient Features of All New Aadhar PVC Card

PVC cards are called polyvinyl chloride cards. A PVC card is a plastic card on which the Aadhaar information is printed. A fee of Rs. 50 is charged for making this card. Here are some of the most important points to be kept in mind while applying online for all new Aadhar PVC Card:-

• Order Aadhaar card by paying Rs 50/-(inclusive of GST & Speed post charges)
• Use your Aadhaar Number/Virtual Identification Number/EID to order Aadhaar card.
• Aadhaar card comes with security features i.e. Digitally signed Secure QR code, Hologram, Ghost image, Guilloche pattern etc.
• Validation through OTPAadhaar card can be ordered using Registered/Alternate mobile number to receive OTP.
• Aadhaar preview is available on use of registered mobile only.
• Time-Based-One-Time-Password (TOTP) can also be used via m-Aadhaar Application.
• Preview of Aadhaar card details is not available for Non-registered mobile based Order.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the all new Aadhaar PVC Card:-

Ques - How Aadhaar PVC Card is different from Aadhaar Letter?
Ans - Aadhaar letter is laminated paper based document issued to the residents after enrolment and update. Aadhaar Card is PVC based durable and easy to carry PVC card with multiple security features. All forms of Aadhaar (eAadhaar, mAadhaar, Aadhaar letter, Aadhaar card) are equally valid.

Ques - How many days will it take to receive Aadhaar PVC Card after creating successful request?
Ans - After receiving order for Aadhaar Card from the resident UIDAI will handover printed Aadhaar Card to DoP within 5 working days (excluding the date of request). Aadhaar PVC Card is delivered to the residents using SPEED POST Service of India. Resident may track delivery status using DoP Status Track Services on https://www.indiapost.gov.in/_layouts/15/dop.portal.tracking/trackconsignment.aspx

Ques - What if residents want to get the Aadhaar PVC Card printed with the details that they want?
Ans - If residents want some changes in the details of printed Aadhaar letter or PVC Card, then they first have to update their Aadhaar by visiting Permanent Enrollment Center or myAadhaar portal (depending on update) and then raise the request because this facility can be used to get the hard copy of Aadhaar PVC Card/Letter.

Ques - What are the different forms of Aadhaar and what are their features?
Ans - The different forms of Aadhaar are Aadhaar Letter, Aadhaar PVC card, eAadhaar and mAadhaar. All forms of Aadhaar are equally valid and acceptable.

Ques - What is "Order Aadhaar PVC Card" service?
Ans - "Order Aadhaar PVC Card” is an online service launched by UIDAI which facilitates the Aadhaar holder to get their Aadhaar details printed on PVC card by paying nominal charges. Residents who do not have registered mobile number can also order using Non-Registered /Alternate Mobile Number.

Ques - What are the charges to be paid for Aadhaar PVC Card
Ans - Charges to be paid are Rs. 50/- (Inclusive of GST & speed post charges)

How one can raise the request for Aadhaar PVC Card
Ans - "Aadhaar PVC Card" request can be raised by visiting the UIDAI Official Website (http://www.uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricPVC ) or mAadhaar application. Rs 50 to be paid online to avail the service.

Ques - What is SRN
Ans - SRN is 14 digits Service Request Number which is generated after raising request for Aadhaar PVC Card for future reference and correspondence.

Ques - What is AWB number
Ans - Airway Bill Number is the tracking number that is generated by DoP i.e. India Speed Post for the assignment/product that they deliver.

Ques - What if residents want to get the Aadhaar PVC Card printed with the details that they want
Ans - If residents want some changes in the details of printed Aadhaar letter or PVC Card, then they first have to update their Aadhaar by visiting Permanent Enrollment Center or SSUP portal (depending on update) and then raise the request for Aadhaar PVC Card only after update is successful.