Link Airtel Mobile Number to Aadhaar Card

To gain better access to government benefits, it is important to link Aadhaar to your Airtel mobile number. It is mandated by the Indian Government as this measure is critical for identity verification, safety and further prevent misuse of SIM cards. This requirement applies to both prepaid and postpaid Airtel accounts. For customers with multiple Airtel numbers, each number must be linked to Aadhaar individually. Linking one Airtel number to Aadhaar does not automatically apply to other Airtel numbers held by the same customer.

Read till the end to know the steps of linking your Airtel mobile number with Aadhaar.

Table of Contents:

• ⇾ Importance of Linking Airtel Mobile Number With Your Aadhaar
• ⇾ Link Aadhaar Card with Airtel Mobile Number Through OTP
• ⇾ Link Aadhaar Card with Airtel Mobile Number Through IVR
• ⇾ Link Aadhaar Card with Airtel Mobile Number By Visiting an Airtel Store
• ⇾ Steps to Get Your New Airtel Mobile Number Linked to Airtel Aadhaar Card
• ⇾ Frequently Asked Questions

Importance of Airtel Aadhaar Linking

Linking your Airtel mobile number with your Aadhaar is essential for complying with government regulations, enhancing security, ensuring uninterrupted access to mobile services, and enabling better service delivery from telecom providers.

• High Security: The primary objective of this action is to eliminate mobile connections obtained using false identification documents.
• Deactivation Facility: By associating mobile numbers with Aadhaar, the government can effectively deactivate fraudulent mobile connections.
• Open to All Connection Types: Every Airtel customer, including both prepaid and postpaid users, must link their mobile numbers with their Aadhaar.
• HContinue services: If you possess multiple mobile connections, all these numbers must be linked to your Aadhaar to ensure their continuity.

Link Aadhaar Card with Airtel Mobile Number Through OTP

This is a verification step of the process which is only accessible to customers who have linked their phone number with their Aadhaar. If you did not provide your mobile number during Aadhaar registration, then this option is not available to you. You will need to visit a nearby Airtel customer service cell for re-verification and linking.

By following this method, you can easily link your Airtel number with your Aadhaar from the convenience of your home. Here are the steps to follow:

• Step 1. Dial the toll-free number 14546 from your Airtel mobile.
• Step 2. Select your residency status – Indian or NRI.
• Step 3. Press 1 for resident Indian and confirm your consent to link your mobile number with your Aadhaar.
• Step 4. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number when prompted.
• Step 5. Once your Aadhaar number is verified, an OTP will be sent to your mobile by Airtel.
• Step 6. Give consent to the operator to retrieve your name, date of birth, and photo from UIDAI (Aadhaar) records.
• Step 7. The IVR voice recording will announce the last four digits of your Airtel number.
• Step 8. Verify if the mobile number in the record is correct, then enter the OTP received.
• Step 9. Complete the re-verification process. Your Airtel mobile number is now linked to your Aadhaar within minutes.

Link Aadhaar Card with Airtel Mobile Number Through IVR

The Government Of India (GOI) has directed mobile operators to facilitate customers in linking their mobile numbers with their Aadhaar by providing various methods. One of these methods is linking through the IVR facility.

To link your Airtel mobile number with Aadhaar using the IVR facility, follow these steps:

• Step 1. Dial the toll-free number 14546.
• Step 2. Enter your 12-digit UID (Aadhaar number) when prompted.
• Step 3. Confirm your request to link your mobile number with Aadhaar.
• Step 4. Your call will be disconnected once the request is accepted.
• Step 5. You will receive an SMS confirming the successful linking of your mobile number with your Aadhaar.

Link Airtel Mobile Number to Aadhaar Card at Airtel Store

This is an offline method. If your mobile number is not linked to your Aadhaar, follow these steps to do so:

• Step 1. Visit an Airtel store close by and submit the necessary documents for better enclosure.
• Step 2. Bring a photocopy and the original of your Aadhaar.
• Step 3. Inform the staff of your mobile number and your request.
• Step 4. You will receive an OTP via SMS.
• Step 5. Provide the OTP to the staff and provide your thumb impressions for biometric data.
• Step 6. The process will be initiated, and you will receive confirmation within twenty-four hours.
• Step 7. Respond with "Y" to the SMS to complete the linking process.

New Airtel Mobile Number Linked to Airtel Aadhaar Card

To obtain the Airtel Aadhaar card link for a new mobile number, follow these steps:

• Step 1. Ensure that your previous number is already linked to Aadhaar. If not, follow the steps below.
• Step 2. Visit the UIDAI website and click on the 'Aadhaar update' tab to access the Aadhaar self-service portal.
• Step 3. Click on the update Aadhaar button and enter the OTP received on your existing mobile number.
• Step 4. You will then be directed to a page where you can update your new SIM card details.
• Step 5. Select the option to update the phone number and follow the on-screen instructions.
• Step 6. After completing these steps, your new phone number will be linked to your Aadhaar card.

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