What is a Baal Aadhaar Card
The Baal Aadhaar Card, also known as the Blue Aadhaar Card, is a special identification document issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) for children aged 5 years and below. Similar to the regular Aadhaar Card, the Baal Aadhaar links a child’s biometric and demographic information to a unique 12-digit identification number.
How to apply for a Baal Aadhaar Card online
Visit the official UIDAI website
- Go to the official UIDAI website
- Select the language you prefer for viewing the website
Aadhaar Card registration
- Click on ‘Book an Appointment’ under My Aadhaar menu
- Enter your location from the dropdown to book an appointment
- Select ‘New Aadhaar’ and enter your mobile number and captcha and verify using OTP
Demographic details
- Fill in the form and necessary child’s information like residential address, locality, district, state etc.
Fix an appointment
- Click on the ‘Fix Appointment’ tab
- Schedule a registration date for the Baal Aadhaar Card
- Visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre with the required documents
Verification and biometrics
- After verification, if the child is aged 5 years or above, biometric information will be collected and linked to the Aadhaar Card.
How to apply for a Baal Aadhaar Card offline
Visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
- Locate the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre
- Take the child along with the necessary documents
Demographic details
- Fill out the Aadhaar enrolment form and provide the child’s demographic details at the centre
- Submit the required document along with the form
- No biometric data is collected for children below 5 years
- Collect the acknowledgement receipt for the centre
The UIDAI issues the Baal Aadhaar Card in blue colour and deliver it to your registered residential address.
Documents required for Baal Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Address (PoA): Any valid document that verifies the child’s address.
- Proof of Identity (PoI): Documents proving the child’s identity.
- Proof of Relationship (POR): To establish the relationship between the child and the parent/guardian.
- Date of Birth (DoB): Documents confirming the child’s birth date.
- Following are the documents that you can provide:
- Parent's Aadhaar Card
- Child's birth certificate
- Address proof of parent (ration card, electricity bill, etc.)
- Two passport-sized photographs of the child (optional, can be taken at the centre)
Baal Aadhaar Card validity
- The Baal Aadhaar Card is valid for the child’s lifetime.
- When the child turns 5, the biometric data is collected, and the card becomes a regular Aadhaar Card.
Conclusion
The Baal Aadhaar Card is a crucial identification document for children below and above the age of 5 years. By simplifying the application process both online and offline, the UIDAI ensures that every child has access to this essential document. The Baal Aadhaar Card ensures that even our youngest citizens have a unique identity. It simplifies access to essential services and benefits. Remember to apply for your child’s Baal Aadhaar Card promptly.
