How to Link Aadhaar with South Indian Bank Account?

Last Updated : Sept. 11, 2024, 4:15 p.m.

Linking your Aadhaar with your South Indian Bank account is a straightforward process. It unlocks a range of benefits, from seamless government subsidies to enhanced security measures. Whether online, via mobile apps, at ATMs, or in person, South Indian Bank offers multiple convenient options for Aadhaar integration. Let's explore how to easily link your Aadhaar to your bank account using different methods.

Different Ways to Link Aadhaar Card with South Indian Bank Account

South Indian Bank provides multiple convenient options for customers to link their bank accounts with their Aadhaar card. Here are some of the methods available:

• Through the SIB Mirror App
• Via ATM
• Using Internet Banking
• Through Branch Visit

Link Aadhaar with South Indian Bank Account Via SIB Mirror App

Here are the key steps you can follow to link your Aadhaar card to the bank account by installing the SIB Mirror application:

Step 1: Download SIB Mirror+ from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Step 2: Select ‘My Account.’

Step 3: Then choose ‘More Services.’

Step 4: Click on the ‘Aadhaar Update’ option.

Step 5: Select the account with which you want to link.

Step 6: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Step 7: Click on ‘Submit.’

Link Aadhaar with South Indian Bank Account Via ATM

South Indian Bank has also given the option to link bank accounts using the ATM. Here are the steps you can follow:

Step 1: Insert your ATM card and input your PIN.

Step 2: Choose 'Value Added Services.'

Step 3: Select 'Update Aadhaar Number.'

Step 4: Type in your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Step 5: Confirm by re-entering your Aadhaar number.

Step 6: Press 'Submit' to complete the process.

Link Aadhaar with South Indian Bank through Internet Banking

Below, we have mentioned the steps to link Aadhaar with your South Indian Bank account using the Internet banking method:

Step 1: Sign in to Net Banking using your User ID and Password.

Step 2: Choose 'Other Services.'

Step 3: Click on 'New Services Request.'

Step 4: Opt to update your Aadhaar Number.

Step 5: Pick the account number you want to link.

Step 6: Input your Aadhaar Number.

Step 7: Click 'Submit' to finalize the update.

Link Aadhaar with South Indian Bank Account Via Branch Visit

You can also visit the nearby South Indian Bank branch to get your Aadhaar linked with your bank account. Below are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Visit your nearest South Indian Bank branch to link your Aadhaar number with your account.

Step 2: At the branch, request the Aadhaar linking form from a service desk representative.

Step 3: Fill in the form carefully with accurate details to avoid any delays.

Step 4: Attach a self-attested photocopy of your Aadhaar card to the form.

Step 5: Hand over the completed form and attached documents to the bank representative. You may also be asked to show your original Aadhaar card for verification, so remember to bring it.

After submitting, South Indian Bank will verify your information and start the linking process. You will be informed about the status of your Aadhaar linkage and receive a confirmation once it is successfully linked.

How to Check the Aadhaar Card Link Status with South Indian Bank?

• Visit the UIDAI Portal

To verify whether your Aadhaar card is linked to your South Indian Bank account, follow these steps:

• Visit the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) website.
• Under the 'Aadhaar Services' dropdown, select 'Check Aadhaar & Bank Account Linking Status.'
• Input your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
• Enter the security code (or Captcha) as displayed on the screen.
• Click the "Send OTP" button.
• Receive the OTP on your registered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP in the designated field.
• Click “Login.”

Once your details are processed, a status message will appear indicating, “Congratulations! Your Bank Aadhaar Linking has been updated successfully.” This message will also include the name of South Indian Bank and the date it was last updated.

• Dial * 99* 99*1#

To link your Aadhaar with your South Indian Bank account using your mobile phone, you can follow these steps:

• Dial * 99* 99*1# from the mobile number registered with South Indian Bank.
• Enter your Aadhaar number when prompted.
• Confirm the details entered.

These steps will help you confirm the Aadhaar linkage status with South Indian Bank, either online or via mobile.

Benefits of Aadhaar Seeding with South Indian Bank Account

By linking your Aadhaar card to South Indian Bank account, you get the following benefits:

• You get government subsidies and welfare benefits directly into your account. This includes payments from schemes like LPG subsidies, pensions, and scholarships.
• Aadhaar seeding helps minimize fraud and leakage in government welfare schemes by ensuring benefits reach the intended recipients without intermediaries.
• With Aadhaar linked to your bank account, you can use the AEPS for transactions. This system allows you to access your account from anywhere in the country.
• Linking Aadhaar provides a secure method of verifying your identity, reducing the risk of identity theft, and ensuring that your banking transactions are protected.