How To Open an Aadhaar Card PDF File Password?

An e-Aadhaar card is an electronic version of your Aadhaar card, a password-protected copy, signed digitally by the concerned UIDAI authority. An e-Aadhaar card is equally valid as a physical Aadhaar card copy, and it can be downloaded by an Aadhaar cardholder from the official portal or mobile app of UIDAI.

An Aadhaar cardholder can download or print an e-Aadhaar copy or the digital copy of the card, which is available as a PDF, and use it for any official requirement. The PDF of the e-Aadhaar is safeguarded by a password, which you require to open the e-Aadhaar copy. The password of the PDF is the first four initials of the Aadhaar holder’s name and their year of birth.

This post discusses all the required details about an e-Aadhaar card password and how to open the e-Aadhaar PDF online. Read on!

What Do You Mean by e-Aadhaar?

As already discussed, an e-Aadhaar card is an electronic copy of your physical Aadhaar card. The e-Aadhaar is a password-protected copy signed digitally by the concerned UIDAI authority for authenticity and can be used interchangeably with your regular Aadhaar card for any official/government or other uses. You can download the e-Aadhaar card from the official portal of UIDAI or the mobile app of UIDAI.

What Is an Aadhaar Card Password?

The password of your e-Aadhaar card is a security feature that protects your personal information in the electronic copy of your Aadhaar from getting misused. Once the e-Aadhaar card is downloaded, you get a PDF file of the Aadhaar. To open this PDF file, you need the Aadhaar card password.

The Aadhaar password is easy to decode for the cardholder and is unique for each Aadhaar user. The password combines the initial 4 letters of the name of the Aadhaar cardholder in capital letters and the year of birth of the individual. For instance,

For a person named Shobhit Pandey with a birth year of 1985, the e-aadhaar password would be SHOB1985. Hence, after you download the PDF of your Aadhaar, you can apply the password to open the PDF file of the digital Aadhaar copy.

Similarly, if a person’s name is Sam Samuel and the year of birth of the person is 1990, the password would be SAMS1990.

How to Download an e-Aadhaar Card?

Here are the steps to follow to download your e-Aadhaar card:

1. 1. Go to the official website of UIDAI at https://uidai.gov.in/

1. 1. Under the ‘My Aadhaar’ section, click ‘Download Aadhaar’

      

   2. You will reach https://eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/

1. Submit your Aadhaar number and captcha code

   

2. You will receive an OTP. Submit it and press the ‘Login’ option

   

3. Now, click on the ‘Download Aadhaar’ option

   

4. Once your e-Aadhaar card is downloaded and saved as a PDF file, you can use the password to open it
5. Next, you can enter the e-Aadhaar password, which is a combination of the first four letters of your name in capital letters (as mentioned in your Aadhaar card) and your birth year, as shown above in the post
6. Now, you will be able to view and access your e-Aadhaar card

How to Open the PDF File of an e-Aadhaar after Downloading?

Once you have downloaded your e-Aadhaar, you will notice the password-protected PDF file.

Follow these simple steps to open the file:

• Press your cursor on the PDF file and double-click it to open the file
• You will be prompted for the password. Enter it

As you know, the password of the PDF is the first 4 letters of your name in upper case and your year of birth. So, enter your details, and you can view the Aadhaar number.

Why Does an e-Aadhaar Card Need Password Protection? 

Your Aadhaar card contains sensitive information. Hence, to protect these details, it is protected with a password. The password acts like a layer of added security, and anyone trying to access the e-Aadhaar card needs to use it for opening the PDF file. This way, your private information remains safe from hacking and other threats.

What are the Advantages of an e-Aadhaar Card?

Your 12-digit Aadhaar number is a unique identification document and is required by every Indian as mandated by the Indian government. The card not only serves as proof of identity but also allows several other benefits, as mentioned below:

• The e-Aadhaar card makes it convenient for Aadhaar cardholders to use it anytime, anywhere by simply downloading the digital version of the card by using the password
• It also helps the government of India to link and integrate all important data with the database of Aadhaar.
• It also signifies that an Aadhaar cardholder can use it as a universal identity card
• This also allows Indian citizens to enjoy several subsidies and other benefits, including LPG subsidies offered by the government
• It also ensures the safety of the card against theft and misplacement, as the virtual card is not prone to such threats. Your e-Aadhaar cannot be stolen by anyone, and since it is password protected, it can’t be misused too
• Further, an e-Aadhaar card displays all the recent updates on your Aadhaar, which saves you the hassle of visiting the UIDAI-authorised centers to get a revised Aadhaar card in case of an online Aadhaar update
• You can use your e-Aadhaar as proof of address and identity for several purposes, including opening a bank account, applying for a passport, etc.

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Sum Up

It is important to know and remember the password of your e-Aadhaar card. It will ensure the safety of your details and also serve your purpose anytime you need your Aadhaar, especially at a time when you do not have a physical Aadhaar copy with you.

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