Are you looking for a comprehensive guide on how to download, validate digital signatures, and other important information related to e-Aadhaar? Look no further, as we have prepared a detailed guide to help you understand everything you need to know about e-Aadhaar.
What is e-Aadhaar?
e-Aadhaar is a password-protected electronic copy of Aadhaar, which is digitally signed by the competent Authority of UIDAI and can be downloaded from the official website or mobile Application of the UIDAI.
How to Download e-Aadhaar?
There are two ways to download e-Aadhaar: using the enrollment number or using the Aadhaar number. To download e-Aadhaar using the enrollment number, you need to follow the steps below:
- Visit UIDAI’s official website or mAadhaar mobile Application
- Enter your 28-digit enrollment number, your full name, and your pin code
- Click the “Get One Time Password” button
- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number
- Click the “Download Aadhaar” button
- Enter the password (first 4 letters of your name in capital letters followed by your year of birth)
- Your e-Aadhaar will be downloaded in PDF format
To download e-Aadhaar using your Aadhaar number, follow these steps:
- Visit UIDAI’s official website or mAadhaar mobile Application
- Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, your full name, and your pin code
- Click the “Get One Time Password” button
- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number
- Click the “Download Aadhaar” button
- Enter the password (first 4 letters of your name in capital letters followed by your year of birth)
- Your e-Aadhaar will be downloaded in PDF format
What Is the Password for e-Aadhaar?
The password for e-Aadhaar is a combination of the first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL letters and your year of birth (YYYY). For example, if your name is Suresh Kumar and you were born in 1990, your password will be SURE1990.
What Supporting Software Do You Need to Open e-Aadhaar?
You need Adobe Reader to view e-Aadhaar. If you do not have Adobe Reader installed on your computer, you can download it from the official website.
How to Validate Digital Signatures in e-Aadhaar?
Validating digital signatures in e-Aadhaar is important to ensure that the document is authentic and has not been tampered with. To validate digital signatures in e-Aadhaar, follow these steps:
- Connect your computer to the internet
- Download and open the E-Aadhaar PDF in Adobe Reader
- Right-click on the “Validity unknown” icon and click “Validate Signature”
- Click “Signature Properties” then “Show Signer’s Certificate”
- Verify that the certification is issued by “(n)Code Solutions CA 2014”
- On the “Summary” tab, click “Export” and save the certificate
- Click the “Trust” tab, then “Add to trusted certificate”
- Select all three options under “Certified documents” and click “Ok”
- Click “Validate Signature” again and close the window
- Any subsequent documents with digital signatures from CCA will be validated automatically
- If the certificate is expired, re-download e-Aadhaar and re-validate the signature
- The invalid digital signature on the downloaded e-Aadhaar can also be validated on another machine using the same procedure.
What Is Masked Aadhaar?
Masked Aadhaar is an option that allows you to mask your Aadhaar number in your downloaded e-Aadhaar. The masked Aadhaar number replaces the first 8 digits of your Aadhaar number with characters like “xxxx-xxxx,” while only the last 4 digits of the Aadhaar number are visible.
Is e-Aadhaar Equally Valid Like Physical Copy of Aadhaar?
According to the Aadhaar Act, e-Aadhaar is equally valid as a physical copy of Aadhaar for all purposes. This means that you can use e-Aadhaar as a valid identity and address proof wherever required.
In conclusion, e-Aadhaar is a convenient and secure way to access your Aadhaar information from anywhere. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily download and validate digital signatures in your e-Aadhaar. Make sure to keep your password secure and protect your e-Aadhaar document to prevent unauthorized access.