Archive · 7 Nov 2025

How to Retrieve Lost or Forgotten Aadhaar Card Details Online and Offline

How to Retrieve Lost or Forgotten Aadhaar Card Details Online and Offline

Imagine you lost your special ID card, called Aadhaar, or forgot your number.

Don't worry!

India has a system to help you get it back.

If your phone number is linked to your Aadhaar, you can visit a special website.

You'll tell them your name and phone number, and they'll send a secret code to your phone.

Once you enter the code, they'll send your Aadhaar number back to you.

This is free and quick!

If your phone number isn't linked, you can go to a place called an Aadhaar center.

They will check your fingerprints or eyes.

Then, they can print a copy of your Aadhaar card for a small fee.

You can also call a special phone number, like 1947, and they can help you find your Aadhaar number too, and this is free!

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