Bal Aadhaar Card: Bal Aadhaar provides a digital identity to children from birth itself. Parents can store their child’s Aadhaar card on the mAadhaar mobile app for easy access.
Aadhaar has become essential for availing government schemes, opening bank accounts, and verifying identity across India. Now, children’s Aadhaar cards are equally important as those of adults. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched the Bal Aadhaar service in 2018 for children below 5 years of age. This special Aadhaar card is blue in color and serves as an official identification document for young children.
Earlier, a birth certificate was mandatory to get Aadhaar. However, the process has now been simplified. Parents can apply for Bal Aadhaar using either the birth certificate or the hospital discharge slip, along with the Aadhaar of one parent. You can even apply for the card from home without a birth certificate.
Below is complete information about what Bal Aadhaar is, what details it includes, and where it is required.\
What is Bal Aadhaar?
Bal Aadhaar is a unique 12-digit identification number issued for children under the age of 5. It is linked to the Aadhaar number of one of the parents. Unlike regular Aadhaar, biometric details such as fingerprints and iris scans are not collected for Bal Aadhaar. Only the child’s photograph is taken for identification.
Where is Bal Aadhaar Required?
1. School Admissions
Many schools, including preschools and nurseries, require identity proof during admission. Bal Aadhaar serves as valid ID and address proof, making the admission process easier. Some institutions have made it a mandatory document.
2. Government Schemes
Bal Aadhaar is necessary for children to avail benefits under various government welfare schemes and programs.
3. Passport Application
When applying for a child’s passport, Bal Aadhaar can be used as a valid identity document, saving parents from submitting multiple papers.
4. Opening a Bank Account
For child-oriented savings schemes such as Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, Bal Aadhaar is required to open a bank account.
5. Travel Identification
During train or flight journeys, Bal Aadhaar acts as an accepted photo ID proof for children.
6. Healthcare Services
Hospitals and healthcare centers often require Aadhaar for registration, vaccination, and other medical services for children.
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Digital Identity Advantage
Bal Aadhaar ensures a digital identity from birth, which remains valid throughout the child’s life. Parents can easily access and show their child’s Aadhaar card anytime through the mAadhaar mobile app, ensuring convenience and security.
Conclusion:
Bal Aadhaar is an important step in giving every child in India a unique and verifiable digital identity. It simplifies access to education, healthcare, banking, and government benefits—helping children become a part of India’s growing digital ecosystem from an early age.