Aadhar Card in Chandigarh
Unique Identification Authority of India was formed in 2009 with a vision to give all Indians including the infants, a unique identification number. It is an ambitious project in magnitude framed to cover around one billion Indians under its ambit.To understand what exactly is Aadhar or UID, it is a 12 digit number which is unique to every individual. It is based on biometric and Demographic data involving iris and fingerprint scan with photograph attached for every applicant. This makes it a pioneer project first of its type in the world.
As it is meant for every citizen irrespective of caste, religion, or creed, every city has been allotted with Aadhar centers for facilitation in applying and obtaining these cards. Government of Chandigarh has also opened many Aadhar card centers in the city for enrollment of the residents into this project.
Toll Free Number :1947
Email : help@uidai.gov.in
Website: https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/
How to get Aadhar Card in Chandigarh?
Aadhar Card is meant to serve as unique address and identity proof for every citizen of India and it will be uniformly applicable to any place within the country.It is a secure system where your identity will not be disclosed to anyone rather it will only give a Yes or No for any authentication requirement. Also, it is a facility which is provided free of cost to the citizens of India.
Procedure to get an Aadhar Card in Chandigarh
The step wise procedure to get your Aadhar Card in Chandigarh is as follows:- First and the foremost, you will have to locate the Aadhar Card center which is nearest to your place for enrollment. There are many such centers functioning in Chandigarh. You can locate the nearest one through internet. You will get the complete l ist in form of spreadsheet which can be easily downloaded.
- Carry the Xerox as well as original copies of your necessary documents like identity proof and address proof. However, if you don’t have any one of them, there are well defined systems in place to ascertain your particulars. These are:
- There is an Introducer system in place for serving this purpose.
In this system, the head of your family can get enrolled by producing
the relevant
documents and then introduce you as a family member after
getting the Aadhar Card.
- There is another such system which is
primarily helpful for poor people or residents of remote areas who do
not possess any identification documents a
s such. Under this system, an
introducer is appointed by the Registrar or an authority to introduce
such people.
- There is an Introducer system in place for serving this purpose.
In this system, the head of your family can get enrolled by producing
the relevant
documents and then introduce you as a family member after
getting the Aadhar Card.
- Any
applicant is not required to carry along his/her photograph because
photo will be taken by the Enrollment Officer at center itself and the
same photo will be used on the Aadhar Card. Even your biometric
information will also be collected at the
center.
- After providing all documents and filling
the form, you can submit it to the Enrollment Officer present at the center. Then
your biometric details will be collected by him. You can also download
this form from the official website
uidai.gov.in/aadhaar-enrolments.html.
- You will be required to give verification of all
the data furnished by you. This can be done by you or a family member on
your behalf. It has to be ensured that all information has been
correctly provided on the enrollment form.
- The Enrollment Officer will give you an acknowledgement slip in lieu of your application. A temporary enrollment number will also be provided along with this slip.
Using this number, you can keep track of the status of your Aadhar card.
- After
verification of your data by concerned authorities, your Aadhar card
will reach the address designated by you within 60-90 days.
Documents required to get Aadhar Card in Chandigarh
Address Proof: It may include documents like Passport, Ration Card, Bank Passbook, Voter ID, Driving License, Electricity/Water/ Telephone Bills, Insurance Policy, Government Photo ID, Credit Card Statement, Signed Letter on Letterhead with Photo issued by Bank/ Registered Company/ Recognized Educational Institution.Identity Poof: It may also include the same documents produced as address proof. Apart from those, it can include PAN card, NREGS job card, Arms License, Pensioner Photo Card, Identity certificate on letterhead with photo issued by a Group-A Gazetted Office, CGHS/ ECHS Photo Card, Freedom Fighter Photo Card, and Kisan Photo passbook.
Date of Birth Proof: It is not mandatory proof to be submitted and may include Birth Certificate, Passport, SSLC book, and DOB certificate issued by Group-A Gazetted officer on letterhead.
How to track the status of your Aadhar
There are multiple ways to keep track of the status of your Aadhar Card. You must have the Enrollment Number with Date and Time of Application with you while checking this status. These methods are:- Online tracking: By visiting this link, you can check the status of your Aadhar Card. you have to fill required information and the captcha code along with it to get the status.
- Phone Number: There are also contact centers where you can contact for tracking your Aadhar card or for any complaints. There is a toll free number on which you can register your complaints and suggestions.
Toll- free number: 1800-180-1947
- Fax to send any documents: In case you have to send any document to complete the processing of your card, there is fax number provided. However, this facility is only to be used in rare cases. Fax number: 080-23531947
- Postal letters: You can also post your complaints, grievances, or suggestions on below mentioned address:
Address:
PO Box- 1947
GPO, Bangalore- 560001
- Email: Similar with the email ID through which you can track the status and file your complaints, if any.
Email ID: help@uidai.gov.in
Updating Information on Aadhar in Chandigarh
If you have received your Aadhar Card and want some information to be updated in it, you can easily do the same. You can request the update either through online mode or offline method through post to the address of UIDAI in Bangalore.Information which can be updated:
- Name
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Address
- Phone number
Procedure to apply for updating:
- Firstly, you need to have a personal mobile number on which your one time password will be generated.
- Select the check box of information to be updated and then, follow the guidelines provide.
- Furnish self attested copies of required documents for verification.
- On uploading of documents, a SMS will be sent on your mobile number giving request number to be used for future tracking of your card status.
Aadhar Enrollment Centers in Chandigarh:
Here is a list of all the Aadhar Enrollment Centers located in Chandigarh:Registrar Name | Center Address of the Registar |
Govt of UT of Chandigarh | SAMPARK 15, SECTOR 15, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160015 |
Indiapost | POST OFFICE 15, SECTOR 15, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160015 |
HDFC Bank Limited | HDFC0000434, HDFC BANK LTD., SCO – 85, SECTOR – 46 CHANDIGARH CHANDIGARH CHANDIGARH UT, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160047 |
Director School Education UT Chandigarh | Govt Model Sr. Sec. School, Sector – 44, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160047 |
YES Bank Limited | YESB0001057, SCO 3 SEC 20 D, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160020 |
Indiapost | Sector-9 PO, SCF-28-29, Sector-9 C, Post Office, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160009 |
KotakMahindra Bank | KKBK0004202, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Sec 8 C, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160009 |
IndusInd Bank | Indusind Bank, SCO 53-54 Madhya Marg Sector 8 C Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160018 |
Indiapost | new sectt, sector 1 chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160001 |
Director Health and Family Welfare, UT | Govt. Multi speciality Hospital, Sector 16 Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160017 |
UID ASK | ASK, Ground floor SCO 57-58-59 sector17A chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160017 |
UID ASK | ASK, GROUND FLOOR SCO 57 58 59 SECTOR 17A CHANDIGARH, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160017 |
UID ASK | ASK Chandigarh, SCO 57-58-59. Sector 17 A, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160017 |
Women and Child Development, Chandigarh | anganwadi sector 14, daddu majra sector 14, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160014 |
Corporation Bank | corporation bank, chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160009 |
IndusInd Bank | Indusind Bank, Chandigarh Sec-8, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, Chandigarh – 160018 |