How to link Aadhaar Number with Vodafone mobile number
To curb the proliferation of dubious and fake connections, telecom operators encourage users to link their mobile numbers to Aadhaar. The process to link your Aadhaar with Vodafone mobile number is simple and quick and is completed within 24 hours. You can link multiple mobile numbers to your Aadhaar, irrespective of whether the connection is Prepaid or Postpaid.
There are three ways to link your Aadhaar to your Vodafone number – by visiting a store, via OTP and IVR. For online linking, your registered mobile number with Aadhaar should be the same which you want to link. If your Aadhaar is registered with a different mobile number, the only way to link your Vodafone number is by visiting a store.
How to Link Aadhaar with Vodafone Using OTP?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with Vodafone number using OTP:
Step 1: Call Vodafone toll free number 14546.
Step 2: Choose whether you are an Indian citizen or NRI.
Step 3: Press 1 to give consent to the mobile operator to re-verify your Aadhaar.
Step 4: Now enter your Aadhaar number and confirm it.
Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your mobile number.
Step 6: Give the mobile operator consent to take your name, photo and date of birth from UIDAI.
Step 7. Now IVR will mention the last 4 digits of your mobile number.
Step 8: If the numbers called out are correct, enter the OTP.
Step 9: In case you own multiple Vodafone numbers, you can add them, as per the option.
Step 10: Your request will be accepted.
Step 11: Within 24 hours, you will receive an SMS confirming that your Aadhaar has been linked with your Vodafone number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
How to Link Aadhaar with Vodafone Using IVR?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with Vodafone number using IVR:
Step 1: Call the Vodafone toll-free number 14546.
Step 2: Now select the ‘Link Aadhaar with Mobile Number’ option.
Step 3: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and confirm it.
Step 4: Within 24 hours, you will receive an SMS confirming that your Aadhaar has been linked with your Vodafone number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
How to Link Aadhaar With Vodafone Number Offline?
Below given are the simple steps which you need to follow to link your Aadhaar with Vodafone connection offline:
Step 1: Visit your nearest Vodafone store.
Step 2: Give your Vodafone number and self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card to the store executive.
Step 3: The store executive will send you an OTP (One Time Password).
Step 4: Give this OTP to the store executive.
Step 5: Provide your biometrics (fingerprint) to the store executive.
Step 6: Vodafone will send you a confirmation message on your number.
Step 7: Reply with a ‘Y’ to the SMS to complete the linking process.
Documents Required for Linking Vodafone Number with Aadhaar
To link Vodafone connection with Aadhaar number, you need to carry a self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card to the nearest Vodafone store/mini store. No other documents are required for mobile verification.
Fee Involved in Linking Aadhaar with Vodafone Number
Vodafone users need not pay any charges for linking their Aadhaar with Vodafone connection. The process is very quick and simple.
