How to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Bank Account

Last Updated : Nov. 6, 2017, 3:51 p.m.

When it comes to Aadhar, many of you will surely agree on the fact that it has become a necessity to own the one as it plays a pivotal role in the verification of a person’s identity. Apart from serving as an important document, Aadhaar also gives a kind of a security to the Indian citizens. And, in order to make your banking transaction more secure and convenient, the Central Government has made it mandatory to link Aadhaar with your Bank Account. That’s Right! Whether you have a single account or multiple accounts in different banks, linking Aadhaar to the same is a compulsion for all. However, if we talk about the latest update, UIDAI has introduced the face authentication feature , which is an optional security measure to protect the aadhaar credentials of the residents.

So, if you are someone who is having an account in HDFC and curious to know how to link Aadhaar with HDFC Bank Account, you are at the right place. Yes, all you need to do is just read the post further and follow the steps mentioned below.

How to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Account

Talking about linking Aadhaar with your HDFC account, there are two simple methods for the same. You can link your Aadhaar either Online or you can opt for an Offline mode. The bank offers both online as well as offline facility,wherein the account holders can easily link their 12-digit Unique Identification Number to HDFC bank.

How to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Bank Credit Card

There are many ways to link your 12-digit Unique Identification Number with HDFC Credit Card. You can visit the Bank Branch and request for an Aadhaar Seeding Form OR You can call 24×7 Customer Care Number to get an SMS notification for the same. If both the ways are out of your convenience, you can opt for an SMS Banking Service also to link your Aadhaar with HDFC Bank Credit Card. However, if you are already having the saving account in HDFC, you simply need to link your bank account with aadhaar and your HDFC credit card will automatically be linked.

Steps to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Account by NetBanking

You can update/link your Aadhaar details with the Bank instantly in just 3 easy steps.

Step 1: Visit the Official Website and login to NetBanking, using your user ID and Password.
Step 2: Click on the option of “View / Update AadhaarDetails” from the Request section of Accounts tab.
Step 3: Select the Account ,Enter your Aadhaar Number, and Click on Confirm to submit your Aadhaar seeding request.

Note: The bank will update your Aadhar within 3-4 working days, after verification with the authorities. So, to check your updated Aadhaar details, it is advisable to log in after 4 days.

Steps to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Account by Branch Visit

Step 1: Visit your nearest HDFC bank branch and collect Aadhaar Updation Form from the Bank Officials.
Step 2: The Form will ask you to fill in all the required details such as your Aadhaar Number, Bank Account Number and Customer ID.
Step 3: Submit this Form along with a photocopy of your Aadhaar Card at the bank branch.
Step 4 : Your Aadhaar Card will be linked within 4-5 working days, once the bank verifies your details.
Step 5 : An SMS Alert will be sent to your Registered Mobile Number confirming your Aadhaar updation.

Note: Make sure you also carry the original Aadhaar Card as it will be required by the bank for the verification.

Steps to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Account by Phone Banking

To link/update your Aadhaar via Phone Banking, just follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Make a Call to the Phone Banking IVR of your City and Select ‘Bank Account’ option on IVR-option 1 after language selection.
Step 2: Select option #6 for ‘Complaints and Requests’, and option #2 for ‘’Requests’’.
Step 3: Select option #8 for updating your Aadhaar Number in HDFC Bank Account.
Step 4: You can validate your details using ‘’Customer ID and TIN’’ OR Debit Card Number and PIN.
Step 5: Enter Aadhaar Number for the selected Account Number and re-enter the same.

Note: Your Aadhaar will be updated within 3-4 working days and you will receive an SMS confirmation with ‘Request Number and Date’ from IVR.

Steps to Link Aadhaar with HDFC Account by Mobile Banking

Take a look at the steps below to link your Aadhaar with HDFC Account by Mobile Banking

Step 1: Login to your HDFC Mobile Banking Account and select ‘’Requests’’ section under Accounts and Click on ‘’View/Update Aadhaar Number’’.
Step 2: Select the Account for which you want to link your Aadhaar and enter your 12-digit-Unique Identification Number. You need to re-enter your Aadhaar Details and Click on ‘’Update’’.
Step 3: You will be shown all the entered credentials and you finally need to Click on ‘’Confirm’’ to submit your Aadhaar seeding request.

Note: Post validation, your Aadhaar Number will be updated in your HDFC Bank Account within 3-4 working days.

How to Check Whether your Aadhaar is Linked to your HDFC Account or not?

If you still have a doubt and want to check whether my Aadhaar is linked to a bank account or not, nothing to worry as reading this post would be helpful for you. There are 3 best ways that allow you to check if your 12-digit Unique Identification Number is linked to your HDFC Bank Account or not.

Using NetBanking Facility

Step 1: Open your Account via Internet Banking and Click on ‘’Request’’ tab.
Step 2 : There, you will find an option of ‘’View/Update Aadhaar Number’’
Step 3: Clicking the same allows you to know whether your Aadhaar is linked or not.

Visiting UIDAI Portal

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of UIDAI )
Step 2: Click on-’’Check Aadhaar & Bank Account Linking Status” Under ‘’Aadhaar Services’’.
Step 3: This will open another window, where you need to Enter your Aadhaar Number along with the visible Security Code.
Step 4: An OTP will be sent to your Registered Mobile Number, enter the same and Click on the Login tab.
Step 5: An authentication screen will appear, where you can find all the details such as your Aadhaar Number, Bank Linking Status, Linking Date and Bank Name.

Dialing *99*99*1# Service from your Mobile

Step 1: Dial *99*99*1#, a USSD based value added service from your mobile.
Step 2: Enter your Aadhaar Number and confirm the same.
Step 3: On Confirmation, a screen will appear showing the Aadhaar Number and Bank Account to which your 12-digit Unique Identification Number is linked.

Note: This service can only be used if your mobile number is linked with Aadhaar.
The service allows you to check the last bank account only that has been linked to your Aadhaar.
In case of multiple accounts, check the status of the same with the bank.