Retrieve EID / UID Online (2026)
Lost your Aadhaar card or Enrolment slip? Use the Retrieve EID UID service to find your 12-digit number online instantly.
- Find Lost Aadhaar Number
- Recover Enrolment ID (EID)
- Instant SMS Delivery
- 100% Free Service
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What is “Retrieve EID UID” Service?
Retrieve EID UID is an official facility provided by UIDAI for citizens who have lost their physical Aadhaar card and do not remember their 12-digit Aadhaar number. This tool helps you recover your:
1. UID (Unique Identification Number): Your standard 12-digit Aadhaar Number.
2. EID (Enrolment ID): The 28-digit number printed on the acknowledgement slip (useful if your card is not generated yet).
Step-by-Step Guide: Retrieve EID / UID
- Go to Official Portal: Click on the button above to visit the UIDAI retrieval page.
- Select Option: Choose “Aadhaar Number (UID)” or “Enrolment ID (EID)” depending on what you want to find.
- Enter Details: Type your Full Name exactly as per Aadhaar records.
- Contact Info: Enter your Registered Mobile Number or Email Address.
- Verify OTP: Enter Captcha and submit the OTP received on your phone.
- Get SMS: Your lost Aadhaar Number (UID) or EID will be sent to your mobile via SMS instantly.
Common Errors
“No Record Found”: This error occurs if the name spelling you entered does not match the UIDAI database. Try variations of your name (e.g., with or without initials).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Retrieve EID UID service free?
Yes, this service is completely free of cost on the myAadhaar portal.
Q: Can I retrieve Aadhaar without a mobile number?
No, online retrieval requires OTP verification. If your mobile is not linked, you must visit an Aadhaar Center.
Q: What to do after retrieving UID?
Once you get your UID via SMS, you can proceed to the “Download Aadhaar” section to get the PDF card.