Aadhaar is a unique 12-digit identification number issued by UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India). While many people associate Aadhaar with adults, children — even infants and toddlers — can also get their own Aadhaar. This is especially useful for availing government services, scholarships, or linking with other official documents.

🔹 1. Eligibility for Aadhaar for Children

· Any child of any age, including newborns, can get an Aadhaar.

· parents or guardians must be present during enrollment and provide necessary documents.

· No minimum age restriction exists; however, biometrics are optional for children under 5.

🔹 2. Documents Required

For children under 5, you need the following:

📌 Proof of Identity and Address of Parents/Guardian

· Parent’s Aadhaar or Passport or Voter ID or PAN card.

📌 Child’s Proof of Date of Birth

· Birth certificate (mandatory) issued by a municipal authority or hospital.

⚠️ Note: Children under 5 are not required to provide biometric data (fingerprints and iris scan). Their biometric details will be updated when they turn 5.

🔹 3. Enrollment Process for Children Under 5

Step 1: Locate an Aadhaar Enrollment Center

· Visit the official uidai website: https://uidai.gov.in

· Use the “Locate Enrollment Center” feature to find the nearest center.

Step 2: Book an Appointment (Optional)

· Some centers allow walk-in enrollment, but booking online may save time.

Step 3: Visit the Enrollment Center

· Parents/guardians must bring child and original documents.

· Fill out the Aadhaar enrollment form at the center.

Step 4: Submit Documents

· The operator will verify child’s DOB proof and parent/guardian ID.

· Photograph of the child is taken; no biometrics are collected.

Step 5: Acknowledgment Slip

· You will receive an acknowledgment slip with an enrollment ID.

· This ID is required to check the status of Aadhaar generation.

🔹 4. Aadhaar Generation Timeline

· Typically, an Aadhaar card is generated within 90 days.

· Parents/guardians can check the status online using the enrollment ID: https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status

🔹 5. Updating Biometrics After Age 5

· Children under 5 initially do not have biometric data.

· When the child turns 5 years old, visit the Aadhaar center to update fingerprints and iris scans.

· This ensures the Aadhaar remains valid for lifetime use.

🔹 6. Important Tips for Parents

1. Keep the acknowledgment slip safe; it’s needed for tracking status.

2. Ensure the child’s name and DOB are correctly entered.

3. Only submit original documents for verification.

4. Aadhaar is voluntary for children, but having one can help with scholarships, school admissions, and government schemes.

✅ Conclusion

Getting an Aadhaar card for a child under 5 is simple and straightforward. parents or guardians just need to visit an enrollment center with the child’s birth certificate and their own ID proof. No biometric data is collected at this stage, and it can be updated when the child turns 5.

 

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