{"id":86,"date":"2020-12-13T13:49:13","date_gmt":"2020-12-13T08:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/?p=86"},"modified":"2024-01-01T21:51:55","modified_gmt":"2024-01-01T16:21:55","slug":"aadhar-virtual-id-number","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/aadhar-virtual-id-number\/","title":{"rendered":"What is VID Number In Aadhar Card | VID Generation Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you know what a VID Number means and how to generate a virtual ID number online? Even most of you haven&#8217;t heard of this term before. The Aadhar Card Virtual ID Number is very important when it comes to privacy and security. UIDAI has made a VID for protecting the 12-digit Aadhar Number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we will come across Virtual ID meaning and the process of generating an Aadhar Virtual ID Number online and using the mAadhar app on a smartphone. We will also talk about its features, uses, needs and other aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is VID Number?  Virtual ID Means<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A virtual ID Number is a temporary 16-digit random number which is linked or mapped to your Aadhar card. The generated VID Number can be cancelled or revoked any time you wish by generating a new VID online. The 16-digit Virtual ID number can be used wherever Aadhar number is needed like during Aadhar authentications and performing KYCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In simple words, the virtual ID will replace the Aadhar number. You will not be required to directly share your 12-digit Aadhar number which is good for privacy. The interesting fact is that it is impossible to derive the aadhar number from VID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talking about its making, the virtual ID can be made online within a few seconds. To know how to make VID, read the instructions below. So, this is what VID No Means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Generate Aadhar Virtual ID Number (New)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are four genuine ways through which any aadhar cardholder can generate their new or fresh virtual ID. The three methods include online, mAadhar app, SMS and downloading eAadhar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Requirements to Generate A New VID Number:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Aadhar Card Number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/check-aadhar-card-mobile-number\/\">Aadhar Linked Mobile Number<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer\/Laptop (Online method).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smartphone (mAadhar app and SMS method).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps To Generate VID Number Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Go to the official UIDAI site: https:\/\/uidai.gov.in\/en\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Move down to the &#8220;<strong>Aadhaar Services<\/strong>&#8221; and click on the &#8220;<strong>Virtual ID (VID) Generator<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"952\" height=\"255\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aadhar-virtual-id-generator-option.jpg\" alt=\"aadhar-virtual-id-generator-option\" class=\"wp-image-94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aadhar-virtual-id-generator-option.jpg 952w, https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aadhar-virtual-id-generator-option-768x206.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 952px) 100vw, 952px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Click on the &#8220;VID Generator&#8221; box. Select the &#8220;Generate VID&#8221; circle. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"328\" height=\"218\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vid-generator-option.jpg\" alt=\"vid-generator-option\" class=\"wp-image-203\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar (UID) Number. Complete the Captcha Verification and click on the &#8220;Send OTP&#8221; button.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/enter-aadhar-number-to-generate-vid-number-online.jpg\" alt=\"enter-aadhar-number-to-generate-vid-number-online\" class=\"wp-image-207\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your Aadhar card registered mobile number. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"422\" height=\"96\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/enter-otp-for-vid-generation.jpg\" alt=\"enter-otp-for-vid-generation\" class=\"wp-image-205\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> At last, Click on the &#8220;Verify And Proceed&#8221; option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"558\" height=\"177\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/aadhar-virtual-id-number-is-generated-successfully.jpg\" alt=\"aadhar-virtual-id-number-is-generated-successfully\" class=\"wp-image-206\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Your VID is now generated and can be seen printed on the computer screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Done, you will now see a message on the computer screen saying,&#8221; Your Virtual ID (VID) has been sent to your Aadhaar registered mobile number&#8221;. This message means that your new VID number has been generated successfully and sent to you in the form of an SMS.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VID Generate Using Smartphone Via mAadhar App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong> Download the mAadhar app from the Play Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Install the app and launch it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Log in<\/strong> to the mAadhar app by entering your mobile number and OTP verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> In the &#8220;Services&#8221; section, click on the &#8220;Generate Virtual ID&#8221; option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Enter your 12-digit Aadhar number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Type the Security Captcha Code and click on the &#8220;Request OTP&#8221; to send OTP.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"336\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/enter-aadhar-number-to-request-otp.jpg\" alt=\"enter-aadhar-number-to-request-otp\" class=\"wp-image-113\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7: <\/strong>Enter the OTP and click on the &#8220;Generate VID&#8221; option.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"336\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/enter-otp-to-generate-vid-using-maadhar-app.jpg\" alt=\"enter-otp-to-generate-vid-using-maadhar-app\" class=\"wp-image-114\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 8:<\/strong> Congratulations, your VID number has been successfully generated and is printed on the phone&#8217;s screen. Note down or copy the virtual ID number for future use.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"295\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vid-number-generated-on-maadhar-app.jpg\" alt=\"vid-number-generated-on-maadhar-app\" class=\"wp-image-115\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generate Aadhar VID Number By Sending SMS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can generate your virtual Aadhar ID through SMS. Follow the steps below to get your VID by SMS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Take your phone and open the SMS app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a new message and type the message in the format given below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Format:- Type &#8220;GVID&#8221; followed by the last 4 digits of your Aadhar card number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send the message to the UIDAI helpline number 1947.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, wait for the message to arrive. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the message to see your newly generated virtual ID number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generate Virtual ID By Downloading e-Aadhar Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit this Aadhar download link: https:\/\/eaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\/<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your Aadhaar Number or Enrollment Number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type the security captcha code and click on the &#8220;Send OTP&#8221;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the OTP received and submit it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Aadhar card PDF file will start downloading in a few seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When the download completes, open it and see your virtual ID printed on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be asked to the <a href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/aadhar-card-password\/\">Adhar card password<\/a> to open the download e-Aadhar file.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/remove-aadhar-card-password\/\">remove the aadhar password<\/a> if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>This is the only way to generate your Virtual ID through Enrollment Number. But, the enrollment number must be an approved one.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Retrieve Lost Virtual ID Number (OLD)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow the steps below to recover or find your lost\/forgotten VID number:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Go to this Link: https:\/\/myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\/genericGenerateOrRetriveVID<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> select the &#8220;Retrieve VID&#8221; option.  <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"425\" height=\"210\" src=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/retrieve-vid-number.jpg\" alt=\"retrieve-vid-number\" class=\"wp-image-204\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Enter your Aadhar number and captcha code. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Click on the &#8220;Send OTP&#8221; option and wait for the OTP to arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Enter the OTP and click on the &#8220;Verify And Proceed&#8221; option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Done, you will receive your old VID number through SMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, the lost VID number has been recovered successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features Of Aadhar Virtual ID (VID)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A virtual Aadhar ID is an alternative to an Aadhar Number for online authentications and KYC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VID is a temporary 16-digit random number which is mapped to the Aadhar number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no restriction in generating VID numbers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When a new VID is created, the old virtual ID number gets cancelled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is not mandatory to generate VIDs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No government or private agency can force you to share your Aadhar number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The VID is valid till a new one is generated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The last VID number can be recovered from the UIDAI&#8217;s official website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No agencies are allowed to store your aadhar virtual ID details in any form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read About Other e Aadhar Online Services:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/verify-aadhar-card-online\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">How To Verify Aadhar Card<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/what-is-masked-aadhar-card-download\/\">What is a Masked Aadhar Card<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/english.aadhaarsewa.in\/order-aadhar-pvc-card-online\/\">How To Order Aadhar PVC Card Online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope that you are aware of what is virtual ID number means and the steps to generate a VID. VID Aadhar meaning is simple and easy to understand as it is just an alternative to a 12-digit aadhar number. Although, I have explained briefly what aadhaar virtual ID means in this article along with its complete generation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1607788788183\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I find my Virtual ID?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can generate your virtual Aadhar ID online by visiting the official website of UIDAI. Just, use the online VID generator tool to get your aadhar virtual number.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1607789044533\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is it possible to get a VID without an Aadhar card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, it is not possible to generate a VID without an aadhar number. The 12-digit UID number is compulsory to get your temporary 16-digit virtual ID.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1607789327183\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is it possible to get a VID number with an Enrollment number?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can get your VID number using your enrolment number. Make sure that the EID number that you are providing is already accepted for aadhar enrolment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1607789735036\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I generate my virtual ID without an Aadhar card-linked mobile number?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, it is not possible to generate VID without an aadhar card registered mobile number. You have to authenticate via OTP to get a new virtual ID. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1607847378555\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Where to use virtual ID?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Once you have created your virtual Aadhar ID, you can start using it in place of your aadhar number. You don&#8217;t need to provide an Aadhar number for any online authentication or KYCs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you know what a VID Number means and how to generate a virtual ID number online? 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