How to Apply/Enrol Aadhaar Card for Childrens, Minor or Newborns?

Last Updated : Dec. 24, 2024, 1:04 p.m.

Aadhaar Cards help the government gather details about the people in the country. Therefore, UIDAI has made provisions for all Indian citizens to apply for an Aadhaar, irrespective of their age—even newborn babies can have Aadhaar Cards. However, there are specific rules concerning Aadhaar Cards for children or minors. In this article, we explore the process of applying for an Aadhaar card for kids and newborns. Since Aadhaar contains the biometric and demographic details of a citizen, even a newborn child or minor can prove their identity. Let’s move on to the process for applying for Aadhaar if your child is below 5 years of age or between 5 to 15 years.

How to Apply for a Bal Aadhaar Card Online?

Here are the steps to apply for an Aadhar card online for a child:

Step 1: Go to the official UIDAI website.

Step 2: Choose your preferred language to view the website.

Step 3: Click on 'My Aadhaar' then select 'Book an Appointment'.

Step 4: Under 'Book an Appointment at a UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra,' choose your city and click 'Proceed to Book Appointment.'

Step 5: Enter your mobile number and the displayed captcha on the next page, then click 'Get OTP.'

Step 6: Input the received OTP and select your appointment date.

Step 7: You will receive a confirmation of your appointment via SMS.

Step 8: Attend the Aadhaar centre on the scheduled date.

Step 9: The parent linking their Aadhaar with the Baal Aadhaar must provide their biometrics and Aadhaar details at the centre. The child does not need to give biometrics.

Step 10: Provide all required documents and complete the application form at the centre. Your original documents will be scanned and handed back to you.

The Baal Aadhaar card will be mailed to your address, and you will also have the option to download it online.

How to Apply for an Aadhaar Card Offline?

Here are the steps to follow when applying for an Aadhaar card for children up to the age of 15 years:

Apply for an Aadhaar for a Child Below 5 Years of Age

Follow these steps to apply for an Aadhaar Card if your child is below 5 years of age. Note that biometric verification is not required for children under 5.

1. Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra , which you can locate online.

2. Fill out the Aadhaar Enrollment Form and mention your Aadhaar Number on the form. Either the mother or father should provide their Aadhaar Number.

3. An executive will take a photograph of your child.

4. The executive will enter the address and other demographic details from the parents’ Aadhaar.

5. Provide a copy of your child's birth certificate or discharge certificate from the hospital.

6. After submitting all the details, you will receive an acknowledgment slip from the Aadhaar Seva Kendra that includes an Enrollment Number. This number can be used to check the Aadhaar Card status.

Note: For children under 5 years old, fingerprints and iris scans are not required. Additionally, your child’s Aadhaar card will be issued within 90 days.

Features of Aadhaar Card for Children Below 5 Years of Age

Here are some of the salient features of Baal Aadhar card for children below 5 years of age:

• These cards can be issued to children below 5 years of age, including newborns.

• The card is known as the Baal Aadhaar card and is blue in color.

• No biometric details are required for children below 5 years of age.

• Only the child’s photograph will be taken.

• The Aadhaar Card of at least one parent is necessary.

• If the parents do not have an Aadhaar, they must enroll themselves first.

• When your child turns five years old, you must provide biometric data for all 10 fingers and an iris scan.

• When the child reaches 15 years, the process must be repeated.

• No fee is charged to make an Aadhaar for minors.

Apply for Aadhaar for a Child Above 5 Years of Age and Below 15 Years

If your child is above 5 years, they will need to undergo the biometric verification process. Here is how to apply:

1. Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra and locate it online.

2. Fill out the Aadhaar Enrollment Form completely.

3. If you do not have valid address proof for your child, you will need to mention your Aadhaar number and details.

4. Submit the Aadhaar Application form to the executive along with relevant documents.

5. The executive will take the child’s biometric details, including 10 fingerprints, an iris scan, and a photograph.

6. Once the process is complete, the executive will give you an acknowledgment slip containing an Enrollment Number. This number can be used to check your child’s Aadhaar Card status.

Note: The Aadhaar card will be delivered to the applicant's address within 90 days after enrollment. Additionally, when the child reaches 15 years of age, they must update their biometric data in the UIDAI database.

Features of Aadhaar for Children Between 5 and 15 Years of Age

Here are the salient features of Aadhaar Card issued for children between 5 and 15 years of age:

• The enrollment process mirrors that of adults; only the required documents differ.

• Children must update their biometric data (all 10 fingerprints, iris scan, and photograph) at age 15.

• A birth certificate or hospital discharge certificate is mandatory for all registrations.

• Biometric data can be updated later in life (this is a paid service) if discrepancies arise in future verifications.

Documents Required for Aadhaar Card for Children

Applicants must provide different documents for Aadhaar enrollment based on the child's age group. Below are the document requirements for children under 5 years and for those between 5 to 15 years of age:

Documents Required to Apply for Aadhaar for Children Below 5 years of Age

The below-listed documents are required to apply for a Baal Aadhaar card:

• Child’s Original Birth Certificate

• Aadhaar Card of either parent

• Discharge Certificate from the Hospital

Note: Original copies of both documents must also be provided for verification.

Documents Required to Apply for Aadhaar for Children Between 5 and 15 Years of Age

The following documents are required to apply for an Aadhaar card for children between 5 and 15 years of age:

• Birth Certificate of the Child

Proof of Identity (choose any one document from the following):

• School ID card.

• Official letter from the child's school confirming their enrollment (bonafide certificate), printed on the school's letterhead.

• A parent's Aadhaar card.

• Identity certificate with the child's photo, issued on letterhead by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar.

Proof of Address (submit any one of the following):

• A parent's Aadhaar card.

• Address certificate with the child's photo, issued on letterhead by an MP, MLA, Gazetted Officer, or Tehsildar.

• For rural areas: Address certificate from the Village Panchayat Head or equivalent authority.

Fees and Charges for Aadhaar Card for Children

• Enrolling a child for an Aadhaar card is free of charge; the government covers the cost.

• No fee is required when a child updates their biometrics at ages 5 or 15.

• Updating demographic data during this period incurs a fee of Rs. 50.

• A fee of Rs. 100 is charged for future biometric updates.

• A color printout of the Aadhaar card on A4 paper costs Rs. 30.

How to Track Baal Aadhaar Application Status?

You can easily check the status of your child’s Baal Aadhaar card online, by phone, or in person. Here’s how:

Online:

1. Visit the UIDAI website and click on “ Check Aadhaar Status ” under the Get Aadhaar section.

2. On the next page, select “Check Enrolment & Update Status.”

3. Input the enrolment ID, date, and time as stated on your acknowledgement slip.

4. Enter the Captcha code and click “Submit” to view the status of your child’s Baal Aadhaar application.

By Phone:

• Call the UIDAI helpline at 1947 and follow the automated voice instructions to check the status.

In Person:

• Visit your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra to inquire about the status.

Baal Aadhaar Card Download

Follow these simple steps to download the Baal Aadhaar card online after completing the registration:

Step 1: Visit the official myAadhaar portal and click on the 'Download Aadhaar' tab.

Step 2: Select the 'Aadhaar number' option. Alternatively, you can use the 'Enrollment ID' or 'Virtual ID' options.

Step 3: Type in your Aadhaar number along with the captcha displayed.

Step 4: Click 'Send OTP' to receive a One-Time Password on your phone.

Step 5: Choose whether you want a masked Aadhaar card and enter the received OTP.

Step 6: Click on 'Download Aadhaar' to save the Baal Aadhaar card to your device.

After downloading, you will need to enter a password to open your Aadhaar card. The password consists of 8 characters, combining the first four letters of your child’s name in uppercase and the year of birth in the YYYY format.

For example: If your child's name is Sunita Verma and they were born in 2020, the password would be SUNI2020.

Conclusion

The process to apply for an Aadhaar Card for a child or minor is straightforward. At least one of the parents should have an Aadhaar Card when applying for their child’s Aadhaar. No biometric verification is done if your child is below 5 years of age, but once they turn 5, biometric verification is necessary. The Aadhaar for minors is blue in color, and after reaching the age of 15, they must apply for an adult Aadhaar.