What is E-Aadhaar? Detailed Guide to E-Aadhaar Password Format

Downloaded your e-Aadhaar and can’t open the PDF? Feeling stuck at the password prompt, wondering what it could be — your name, Aadhaar number or something else? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one facing this. The e-Aadhaar PDF comes with a built-in password for security, and it’s usually a combination of your personal details.  
 
Read on to understand exactly what that password is, how to enter it correctly and 
why the file password is protected. 

What is an e-Aadhaar Card?  

An e-Aadhaar card is basically a digital version of your physical Aadhaar card. It’s issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and contains all the same information — your Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, address and photograph. 

What makes it convenient is that you can download it anytime from the UIDAI website and it’s considered just as valid as the printed Aadhaar card. It even comes with a digital signature from UIDAI to ensure authenticity. So, whether you’re applying for a service or just need to verify your identity, the e-Aadhaar works perfectly and you don’t have to worry about misplacing the physical card. 

Also Read: Top 5 benefits of an Aadhaar card. 

e Aadhaar Card Password Format

The password of an e-Aadhaar card is an 8-character long code that requires your card details. It is a combination of the first four characters of your name and your year of birth.  

To understand e-Aadhaar card password format, consider the following hypothetical examples: 

Name	Year of Birth	Password
JATIN KUMAR	1973	JATI1973
SURESH SHARMA	1985	SURE1985
JIA	1999	JIA1990
P.K. BHATIA	1993	P.K.1993

Why is an e-Aadhaar Password Required?  

The password of an e-Aadhaar card generated by UIDAI is a security measure implemented to safeguard your privacy. Since this file is available to be downloaded online, it makes your personal and biometric information vulnerable to identity theft. So, password encryption is a safety measure, ensuring only you can download and view your card.  

How to Download Your e-Aadhaar Card? 

Here’s a quick guide to help you download your e-Aadhaar from the UIDAI website: 

• Go to the UIDAI official website (uidai.gov.in). 

• Scroll down and click on ‘Download Aadhaar’ under the ‘My Aadhaar’ section. 

• Select the option ‘Aadhaar Number’ and enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. 

• Solve the captcha to prove you’re not a robot. 

• Click ‘Send OTP’ – you’ll get a one-time password (OTP) on your registered mobile number. 

• Enter the OTP and click ‘Verify and Download.’ Your e-Aadhaar will be downloaded as a PDF. 

• To open the file, you’ll need an 8-digit password. It’s the first 4 letters of your name (in CAPITALS) + your birth year. 
  Example: If your name is John and you were born in 1990, your password will be JOHN1990. 

Once downloaded, open the file in the PDF software and unlock it using the e-Aadhaar card password in this format: XXXXYYYY, where the first 4 characters represent the first 4 letters and the last 4 characters represent your birth year.  

How to Open Aadhaar Card PDF with Password After Download?  

After following the steps mentioned in downloading your e-Aadhaar, you will discover that the PDF will be password protected. This ensures that every Aadhar cardholder’s privacy is safe and secure. But you can easily open the PDF using the following steps and your password for Aadhar card: 

• Firstly, you must know the file path which leads to the downloaded PDF file on your computer, and you must have a PDF reader that supports password protection and password removal.  

• After this, you have to locate the PDF file in the PDF viewer to unlock by typing in the password for the file.  

• After loading the file on the PDF viewer, there will be a way of typing the password before the file’s content is displayed. Type your password there and wait for the file to open.  

• Aadhaar card password format is different for every individual. It is an 8-letter combination of alphabets and numbers: the first four letters of your name in upper-case followed by the year of your birth in four numbers (/YYYY/).  

Also Read: Link Aadhaar With a Bank Account.  

With all the benefits in mind, you can rely on your e-Aadhaar Card as your ID-proof when you don’t have a physical copy. However, you must remember the Aadhaar card password format to unlock the file and access your card details. This is especially important when applying for credit, as lenders request it as a part of KYC documentation.  

One way to get funds quickly using your e-Aadhaar is the Fibe Personal Loan. You can access up to ₹5 lakhs at pocket-friendly interest rates in just a few minutes. All you need to do is meet our simple eligibility criteria and submit a few basic documents.  

So, download our Personal Loan App or register on the website and apply for speedy approval.  

FAQs on e-Aadhaar Card Password 

What is the password to open an Aadhaar in PDF?  

The 8-digit password of e-Aadhaar card is a combination of your name and birth year. The first four digits are the first four letters of your name, followed by your birth year.  

How can I unlock my Aadhaar card using a password?  

If you have locked your Aadhaar card, then you can unlock it using a Virtual ID (VID), which is a temporary 16-digit random number. To generate a VID, send ‘RVID’ followed by the last four digits of your Aadhaar number to 1947 from your Aadhar-linked mobile number. Once you have your VID, you can visit the official UIDAI website and select the option to unlock. Then, enter your VID and generate the OTP or TOTP. After you enter the OTP, your Aadhaar card will be unlocked.  

Is masked Aadhaar password protected?  

Yes, a ‘masked Aadhaar card’ PDF is secured by locking the password so no other person can change anything. The password for e Aadhaar PDF is always the first 4 alphabets of your name and the year of birth in four-figure format.  

Is e-Aadhaar equally valid like a physical copy of Aadhaar Card?  

According to the government guidelines, an e-Aadhaar is valid just as same as a physical copy of the ‘Aadhaar card’ for all purposes.