How to Check Aadhaar Bank Linking Status?
Linking Aadhar with bank account has been mandated by the Indian government for receiving subsidies for all government welfare program and the linking status can be checked through offline and online mode.
Indian government has made linking Aadhar with bank account mandatory to avail various government benefits, such as scholarships, pensions, direct cash transfer, and welfare schemes through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) programs. But Aadhar bank linking is not mandatory to avail banking services. The linking procedure can be completed through mobile or internet banking and the status of Aadhar and bank account link can be checked by both offline and online modes.
Importance of Linking Aadhaar with Your Bank Account
It is important to link Aadhar with bank account to various government benefits. Here are the details about the importance of linking Aadhar with bank account:
- Ensure enhanced financial security reduces the risk of theft and financial fraud by linking your Aadhaar card with your bank account.
- Simplifies identity verification financial institutions as Aadhaar includes your demographic and biometric data and ensure secure account access.
- Provides convenient online transactions as the Aadhaar-enabled payment systems (AEPS) eliminate the need for PINs and passwords, thereby making financial transactions effortless.
- Streamlines account management by reducing documentation for financial transactions by linking Aadhaar thereby simplifying the KYC process.
- Provides access to credit facilities and encourages cashless payment thereby supporting the growth of a digital economy through Aadhaar-linked accounts.
- Provides additional anti-fraud measures through innovative solutions such as eKYC and biometric authentication.
Steps to Check Aadhaar and Bank Account Linking Status Online
The steps to check your Aadhaar and bank account linking status online are mentioned below:
Step 1 - Visit the official UIDAI portal (https://resident.uidai.gov.in/bank-mapper)
Step 2 - Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number or 16-digit Virtual ID in the form
Step 3 - Enter Security Code
Step 4 - Click "Send OTP"
Step 5 - You will receive the OTP on the Aadhar linked mobile number
Step 6 - Submit the OTP to check Aadhaar bank linking status with bank
Step 7 - The details provided include
- Your Aadhaar number (masked)
- Bank linking status (active/Inactive)
- Bank linking date
- Name of the Bank
Steps to Check Aadhaar and Bank Account Linking Status via mAadhaar
To check your Aadhaar and bank account linking status via the mAadhaar app, follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1 - Log in to mAadhaar app
Step 2 - Click ‘My Aadhaar’
Step 3 - Select ‘Aadhaar-Bank Account Link Status’
Step 4 - Enter Aadhaar number and security code
Step 5 - Click on ‘Request OTP’
Step 6 - Enter OTP sent to registered mobile number
Step 7 - To check the Aadhar and bank account link status, click on ‘Verify’
Steps to Check Aadhaar and Bank Account Linking Status via Mobile
By using the USSD code from the mobile number linked to your Aadhar card, you may also verify the status of the linkage between your bank account and Aadhaar. The following are the ways to check the status of the Aadhaar and bank account linkage using your cellphone number:
Step 1 - From your Aadhar registered mobile number, dial *99*99*1#
Step 2 - Enter 12-digit Aadhaar number
Step 3 - Re-enter the number
Step 4 - The status of the linking will be displayed after submission of the Aadhar number
Check Aadhar Bank Linking Status by Visiting the Bank
Aadhar bank linking status can be checked via offline mode by visiting the bank:
- To check if your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account or not visit the nearest branch of the bank.
- Request the bank representatives to verify the linking status.
- Confirmation of the linking process will be provided by the representatives.
- If the linking is successful, benefits can be availed by the Aadhar holders.
- Redo the steps to complete the Aadhaar-bank account linking process if the linking is unsuccessful.
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FAQs on How to Check Aadhaar Bank Linking Status
- What Is Aadhaar bank linking?
The process of linking your bank account and your Aadhaar card number is known as Aadhar bank linking which has been made mandatory to receive government scheme benefits.
- How many bank accounts can I link to my Aadhaar?
You can link only one bank account to your Aadhaar.
- Is it possible to check my Aadhaar and bank account linking status if my mobile number and Aadhaar are not linked?
No, your mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar for checking the Aadhaar and bank account linking status.
- Do I have to pay any fees to check my Aadhaar and bank account linking status?
No, you do not have to pay any fees for checking the Aadhaar and bank account linking status.
- I have many bank accounts; where will my DBT benefits be deposited?
You can get DBT benefits in only one account, which you specified when you submitted the consent form and mandate to your bank for linking with Aadhaar. The bank will link this account to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) mapper in order for it to function as a DBT account.
- How can I link my Aadhaar card with my bank account online?
Log in to the official website of your bank's internet banking and enter your username and password to log in to your account. Under the ‘My Account’ section and click on ‘View/Update Aadhaar with Bank Accounts’. To complete the process, enter your profile password and Aadhaar number twice and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- What If the Aadhaar bank seeding status is inactive?
the Aadhaar bank seeding status is inactive, which means that your bank account has not yet been linked to your Aadhaar card. You need to visit the bank branch physically to request the linking form. After obtaining the form, fill in the form and submit it to complete the linking procedure.
- What are the common issues faced while linking Aadhaar with a bank account?
Some of the common issues faced while linking Aadhaar with a bank account are identity theft and fraud; linking personal information and financial data; authentication errors; biometric failures, Aadhaar registrations; fake Aadhaar cards; mismatches in details such as gender, name, and date of birth of account holder and many more.
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