Aadhaar PVC Card is the newest version of Aadhaar launched by UIDAI. PVC Aadhaar Card is durable and easy to carry. It has a digitally signed QR code, photo and societal details with numerous security features.
This card is easily accessible to all citizens. You can visit the Aadhaar Card online website of UIDAI, enter your Aadhaar card number and enrolment ID, and make a payment of Rs. 50. You will receive your Aadhaar PVC card at your doorstep within five working days after the approval from UIDAI.
Steps to apply for an Aadhaar PVC card
Here are the following steps to apply for an Aadhaar PVC card without a registered mobile number:
Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website, uidai.gov.in or resident.uidai.gov.in.
Step 2: Go to ‘Order Aadhaar Card’ service.
Step 3: Select ‘Order Aadhaar Card PVC‘ from the services list available under the ‘My Aadhaar’ tab.
Step 4: Enter the 12-digit Aadhaar Card number, 16-digit Virtual Identification Number (VID), and 28-digit Aadhaar enrolment number and captcha.
Step 5: From options, select ‘My mobile number is not registered’ and enter an alternative number to generate OTP.
Step 6: You go to a payment gateway just after verifying the OTP.
Step 7: Complete OTP verification by clicking on the ‘TOTP’ option or one-time password with the ‘OTP’ option.
Step 8: Complete all of the security verification.
Step 9: Accept all terms and conditions.
Step 10: Submit TOTP or OTP.
Step 11: Assess your Aadhaar card details and confirm before placing a printing order.
Step 12: Pay Rs. 50 (GST and postal charges) through debit, credit card, or net banking.
Step 13: Get the receipt through SMS in a downloadable PDF format with a digital signature and Service Request Number (SRN).
Step 14: Download and save the receipt.
Step 15: Track the UIDAI portal via Service Request Number (SRN).
Step 16: Before dispatch, you will receive an SMS containing an Air Waybill (AWB) number.
Advantages of Aadhaar PVC card
Here are the features and advantages of Aadhaar PVC card:
- The reprint services of Aadhaar are not available anymore, so you can apply for a PVC Aadhaar Card online
- By submitting an application, you can get Aadhaar card reprints on polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
- The Aadhaar PVC card looks quite similar to an ATM card. Hence you can carry it inside a wallet without hassle.
- It features you top-quality lamination and printing.
- The Aadhaar PVC card is convenient and hardy.
- The card is waterproof so that you can carry it even during rain.
Security features of Aadhaar PVC card
Following are the security features you can get on a PVC Aadhaar card:
- Secure QR Code
It is a QR code containing the Aadhaar holder’s photograph and digital demographics signed by UIDAI.
- Hologram
The holograms add an array of features that enables you to get the maximum out of the ID card.
- Ghost image
A ghost image is a smaller version of the original photo image on an ID card and is generally printed semi-translucent.
- Micro text
It shows correct information about you in bold micro text.
- Guilloche pattern
The card is designed in a decorative and precise pattern to give it a perfect finishing touch.
- Embossed Aadhaar logo
It has the latest Aadhaar logo introduced by UIDAI.
- Date of issuance and printing
It will show the date on which the card has been issued and printed.
The Aadhaar card is a vital document to have when you apply for government credit schemes. In case you need loans on a short notice, you can compare the offerings of different providers, and select the right one for you.
The PVC Aadhaar card online is a much better version of the Aadhaar card. It is much lighter, convenient and can be carried easily. You can go through the above steps to get an idea of how to apply for an Aadhaar PVC card without using a registered mobile number.
