Most parents with kids aged below five are aware of the Bal Aadhaar. The card is made in blue colour to distinguish it from the Aadhar card and it stores important information from birth to age 5.
Keep reading to find out the application process for Bal Aadhaar in 2025.
Importance of Bal Aadhaar
Baal Aadhaar is more than just a child's ID; it provides access to crucial services and promotes early involvement in India's digital economy. Issued to children under the age of five, it facilitates access to healthcare, education, and social programmes.
Application Process
A step by step application process for Bal Aaadhaar card is given below:
Visit the UIDAI's official website.
Visit the "My Aadhaar" section & click on "Book an Appointment."
Choose your city and mobile number, then receive an OTP and verify.
Select a date and time for your visit to the Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre.
On that day, the parent whose Aadhaar is being linked must provide biometric verification (for the parent) and Aadhaar information.
Submit the child's paperwork and forms.
Post processing, the Baal Aadhaar is mailed to your address. You can also verify or download it from the UIDAI’s website.
Documents Required
When applying for a Bal Aadhaar card, certain documents are required. These include the child’s birth certificate, parents’ Aadhaar cards, a passport size photograph and proof of address. No biometric data is collected at this age.
Once the child exceeds the age limit for Bal Aadhaar, parents can update it offline or online.