The government, to address this problem, has launched PVC Aadhaar Cards. PVC stands for Polyvinyl Card, which looks similar to the size of an ATM Card. One can carry the PVC Aadhar card in their wallet easily because of its smaller size. Moreover, the citizens can avail of these portable sized Aadhar Cards registering on the official portal residentpvc.uidai portal.
Features of the Aadhaar PVC Card
- It is more durable, convenient to carry
- It has good printing quality and it comes with lamination
- It has the latest security features including a hologram, Guilloche Pattern, ghost image & Microtext.
- The card is completely weather-proof.
- It contains the embossed Aadhaar logo.
What are the charges for applying for the Aadhaar PVC Card? Individual will have to pay a nominal fee of Rs 50 (inclusive of GST and speed post charges) while ordering the Aadhaar PVC Card
Are old Aadhaar cards not valid?
Will it be mandatory to use the same Aadhaar card now? No it isn’t. UIDAI has clarified that various types of cards will be issued from time to time for the convenience of common people. Like e-support, support letter m-support and support PVC card. You can use any of these types of cards as per your convenience and availability. It is wrong to say that the old Aadhaar is no longer valid. All cards are identical and can be used as government documents for identification.
How much will it cost to shed Aadhar PVC?
It can be ordered from UIDAI’s website uidai.gov.in or resident.uidai.gov.in. It will require Aadhaar number, Virtual ID or Enrollment ID. But for that he has to pay 50 rupees. Aadhaar card will be delivered to the registered address by speed post.
How to Apply PVC Aadhaar Card Online
Step 1 : First go to the official website of UIDAI https://uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Step 2 : Now click on My Aadhaar menu
Step 3 : Click on Order Aadhaar PVC Card from the option.
Step 4 : Now the Order Aadhaar PVC Card box will open.
Step 5 : Enter 12 character Aadhaar number or 28 character enrollment number.
Step 6 : Enter captcha code and click on Send OTP button
Step 7 : OTP will go to your registered mobile number. If your mobile number is not linked with Aadhaar card, you can enter the alternate number and get OTP.
Step 8 : Now type OPT and click on submit button
Step 9: Online payment option will appear in which you can do it with Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
Step 10: Enter the payment information and click on submit (50 rupees will be charged for Order Aadhaar PVC Card)
Step 11 : Download the receipt and save it for future use.
How to Check PVC Aadhaar Card Status?
Step 1 : First go to the official website of UIDAI https://uidai.gov.in or https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Step 2 : Now click on My Aadhaar menu
Step 3 : Click on Order Aadhaar PVC Card from the option.
Step 4 : The Check Aadhaar PVC Card Status box will open as follows.
Step 5 : Enter SRN number and captcha number and click on submit button
Online application: Click Here
PVC Check the status: Click Here