Aadhaar Bank Account Link Status : Aadhaar is a 12 digit identification number, which is the ID of any individual. Aadhaar card in the country is issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
This 12 digit number works as a proof of identity and address anywhere in India. Aadhaar is a digital ID for citizens and serves as an online and offline identity card for residents across the country. It also works as an identity card of people offline and helps in availing benefits of many government schemes.
Is it mandatory to link bank account with Aadhaar?
It is necessary to give Aadhaar number in the bank account. Under the Third Amendment Rule 2019 of Money Laundering, if you want to take advantage of any government scheme, it is necessary to link Aadhaar with the bank. Aadhaar is an important KYC document for other banking services. However, if you do not wish to submit Aadhaar, you can submit any other ID as prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India.
Upholding the constitutional validity of Aadhaar, the Supreme Court had said in September 2018 that it is not mandatory for citizens to provide Aadhaar to open a bank account. If they are availing government subsidy then Aadhaar has to be given for bank account.
Know here whether Aadhaar is linked to a bank account or not
Visit the official website of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) https://uidai.gov.in/.
Click on the ‘My Aadhaar’ tab and select ‘Aadhaar Services’ from the drop-down menu.
Click on ‘Check Aadhaar & Bank Account Linking Status’ under the ‘Aadhaar Services’ section.
You will get a new page open where you have to enter your 12 digit Aadhaar number and security code given on the screen.
Click on ‘Send OTP’ and enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
Once you enter the OTP, click on ‘Login’ and you will be able to know the status of your Aadhaar and bank account linking.
You can also check the status of your Aadhaar and bank account linking by logging into your net banking account or by visiting your bank branch and inquiring with the bank officials.
Visit the official website of your bank or visit the nearest bank branch.
Give your Aadhaar number and PAN card details to the bank. Fill the form for Aadhaar linking.
The bank will verify your Aadhaar details with UIDAI and link your Aadhaar with your bank account.
