Generate or Retrieve Virtual ID (VID)
Generate a temporary, revocable 16-digit Virtual ID to authenticate services without disclosing your actual 12-digit Aadhaar number.
Sovereign Action Parameters
Overview & Purpose (Statutory Background)
Virtual ID (VID) is a temporary, revocable 16-digit random number mapped to a resident's Aadhaar number. It allows citizens to complete e-KYC and biometric authentication without sharing their actual 12-digit Aadhaar number, safeguarding personal identity. A VID is valid until a new one is generated (minimum validity 24 hours). Generation is instant and 100% free of charge via the myAadhaar portal or SMS.
Step-by-Step Guide & Action Procedure
Sequential guidance to complete this civic transaction successfully.
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Open myAadhaar VID Generator
Online PortalVisit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and click on "VID Generator".
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Choose Generate or Retrieve Option
Online PortalSelect "Generate VID" to create a new 16-digit number, or "Retrieve VID" to fetch your existing active VID.
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Enter Aadhaar Number & Captcha
Online PortalEnter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and solve the captcha.
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Authenticate OTP & Receive VID
Online PortalEnter the 6-digit OTP sent to your registered mobile. The 16-digit VID will be displayed on screen and sent via SMS.
Prerequisites Checklist
Statutory Fee & Turnaround Times
VID generation is 100% free of charge.
Instant generation via SMS.
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 Virtual ID (VID) Security Framework
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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