Download Masked Aadhaar Card
Download privacy-protected Masked Aadhaar concealing the first 8 digits. Recommended by UIDAI for hotel check-ins and identity proof.
Sovereign Action Parameters
Overview & Purpose (Statutory Background)
Masked Aadhaar is a privacy-preserving digital Aadhaar format provided by UIDAI. In a Masked Aadhaar, the first 8 digits of your 12-digit Aadhaar number are hidden as "XXXX-XXXX-1234", leaving only the last 4 digits visible alongside your photo, QR code, and demographic details. Under Ministry of Electronics and IT guidelines, Masked Aadhaar is officially recommended for sharing with third parties, private hotels, and service providers to prevent identity theft.
Step-by-Step Guide & Action Procedure
Sequential guidance to complete this civic transaction successfully.
- 1
Open myAadhaar Download Page
Online PortalVisit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and click on "Download Aadhaar".
- 2
Enter Aadhaar Number & Captcha
Online PortalEnter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the captcha code.
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Select "Masked Aadhaar" Option
Online PortalCheck the checkbox: "Do you want a masked Aadhaar?". This ensures the first 8 digits are masked.
- 4
Enter OTP Sent to Mobile
Online PortalEnter the 6-digit OTP received on your registered mobile number.
- 5
Download & Open with 8-Character Password
Online PortalDownload the PDF and open it with your 8-character password (first 4 letters of name in CAPITAL + year of birth).
Prerequisites Checklist
Statutory Fee & Turnaround Times
Masked Aadhaar download is 100% free of charge on myAadhaar portal.
Instant download.
Important Citizen Warnings & Mistakes to Avoid
- •Duplicate Enrolment Rejection: Aadhaar/Voter identifiers are generated once in a lifetime. Applying for duplicate entries leads to de-duplication rejection or statutory penalties.
- •Verify Operator Screen Carefully: Before the registration operator finalizes your submission, inspect the monitor carefully to ensure Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Address are spelled correctly.
- •Seed Active Mobile Number: Always link an active mobile number during service applications to enable OTP authentication and electronic record downloads.
- •Zero Overcharging Policy: Report any operator or service centre demanding fees exceeding the statutory schedule directly to the official toll-free helpline.
Sovereign Source Provenance & Verification
Under Digital Dwara editorial governance, every procedure, official fee, and eligibility condition is grounded directly in authoritative government gazettes, regulations, and official circulars.
Source Portal:UIDAI Privacy and Masked Aadhaar Advisory
Citizen Charter & statutory service standards verified.
Ground-truth claims reconciled with official Government gazette schedules.
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Official Helpdesk & Grievance
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