Download Aadhaar Using VID: How Virtual ID Works
A Virtual ID (VID) is a temporary, revocable 16-digit number mapped to Aadhaar. UIDAI allows VID to be used in place of the Aadhaar number for supported authentication/e-KYC services and as an e-Aadhaar download method.
Independent website: We cannot generate or retrieve your VID. Use UIDAI’s official VID and e-Aadhaar services.
Use this summary before taking action.
What Is Aadhaar Virtual ID?
16-digit random number
UIDAI defines VID as a temporary, revocable 16-digit number mapped with the Aadhaar number.
Use instead of Aadhaar number
VID can be used in lieu of the Aadhaar number for supported authentication and e-KYC services.
Privacy control
UIDAI states that it is not possible to derive the Aadhaar number from VID.
How to Generate or Retrieve VID
Open a UIDAI service
Use myAadhaar or UIDAI’s documented Aadhaar SMS route.
Choose generate or retrieve
Generate a new VID or retrieve the current VID as needed.
Complete UIDAI verification
Complete mobile authentication for your method.
Keep the current VID private
Treat VID as sensitive despite reduced Aadhaar exposure.
Use it for a supported service
Choose VID when the official service offers it.
Regenerate when you choose
A new VID replaces the previous VID in UIDAI’s model.
How to Download e-Aadhaar With VID
Open official e-Aadhaar download
Go to UIDAI’s myAadhaar download service.
Select VID
Choose Virtual ID as the identifier type.
Enter the 16-digit VID
Use your current VID and complete security fields.
Request OTP
e-Aadhaar OTP goes to your registered mobile number.
Use it for a supported service
Enter the OTP only on the official service.
Regenerate when you choose
Download e-Aadhaar and use UIDAI’s password format.
Official Sources Used
UIDAI — Aadhaar Online Services / VID
UIDAI — Avail Aadhaar Services
UIDAI — e-Aadhaar FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Use VID on the Official Download Service
VID can reduce the need to enter your Aadhaar number in supported flows, but it should still be handled carefully.