How to link Aadhaar with Airtel mobile number
Airtel is one of the global telecommunications service providers in India. As per the directives issued by the Central Government, Airtel subscribers need to link their Aadhaar Card with Airtel number. This applies to prepaid as well as postpaid numbers. Individuals with multiple Airtel numbers can link each of these numbers to Aadhaar separately because linking one Airtel number to Aadhaar will not be applicable for all the other Airtel numbers.
The initiative has been taken to curb the rising incidents of getting SIM cards using fake identity cards and other malpractices. Individuals need to register their Airtel numbers with UIDAI to be able to link their Aadhaar Card with Airtel number. Those consumers who have not registered or updated their Airtel mobile numbers with UIDAI will have to visit any Airtel store for re-verification.
How to Link Aadhaar with Airtel Using OTP?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with Airtel number using OTP:
Step 1: Call Airtel 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 Airtel 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 Airtel number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
How to Link Aadhaar with Airtel Using IVR?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with Airtel number using IVR:
Step 1: Call the Airtel 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 Airtel number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
Aadhaar Number Re-verification
Let’s look at the processes you can follow for the re-verification process:
For the online re-verification process to link your Aadhaar card with Airtel number, you can visit the Airtel's official website. Enter your Airtel mobile number and the Transaction ID, and then click on the ‘Go’ button.
To initiate the process of linking Aadhaar with Airtel Number through the offline option, you can visit any Airtel store for the customer service executives to assist you.
You can also call on the Airtel Toll-Free number to complete the re-verification process of your Airtel number through OTP (One Time Password).
If you want to use the IVR method, all you need to do is call on the Airtel Toll-Free number to be guided with the steps for linking Aadhaar with Airtel number.
The Government of India has made it mandatory for companies to offer senior citizens and specially abled individuals the convenience of accessing this facility at their residences.
How to Link Aadhaar With Airtel Number Offline?
Below given are the simple steps which you need to follow to link your Aadhaar with Airtel connection offline:
Step 1: Visit your nearest Airtel store.
Step 2: Give your Airtel 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: Airtel 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 Airtel Number with Aadhaar
To link Airtel connection with your Aadhaar number, you need to carry a self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card to the nearest Airtel store/mini store. No other documents are required for mobile verification.
Fee Involved in Linking Aadhaar with Airtel Number
Airtel users need not pay any charges for linking their Aadhaar with Airtel connection. The process is very quick and simple.
