Aadhaar Card Seeding

Aadhaar Card Seeding is the Indian government initiative for digitalization. This is the process of linking your Aadhaar number to other sectors and services like linking bank accounts, LPG connections, and mobile numbers. 

It aims to maintain the transparency of government benefits, subsidies, and services. Here’s everything explained that you need to know about Aadhaar card seeding.

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The government has introduced it due to the rapid increase of online frauds and cyber crime. Aadhaar card seeding or linking to various accounts and services. It helps the government and organizations to verify the identity electronically, to eliminate fraud, duplication, and identity theft. This process is used in linking:

• Bank accounts for direct benefit transfer (DBT) of government subsidies.
• Mobile numbers for verification.
• LPG connections for gas subsidies.
• Government schemes like PM-KISAN, MNREGA, etc.

What is the Meaning of Aadhaar Seeding and Aadhaar De-Seeding?

Aadhaar is a unique number given to everyone in India. It’s like a very special ID that tells exactly who you are. Aadhaar Seeding and Aadhaar De-Seeding are two terms that are used in the linking process of an Aadhaar card. You can do it using your Aadhaar number. But firstly we need to understand both these terms in detail to do the next procedures easily.

Below we have explained the meanings of aadhaar seeding and de-seeding in a simple language.

What is Aadhaar Seeding?

Aadhaar Seeding means linking your Aadhaar number with your other document, bank account, mobile number, PAN number, LPG gas connection, or government schemes like Ayushman Bharat Health Card, etc. The linking or seeding process connects your Aadhaar number to your school records, or ration card also. When you link them, it helps prove that all connected services belong to you.

For example, if you link your Aadhaar with your bank account, it makes things easier to identify the real identity. The bank can quickly check who you are because they know your Aadhaar details correctly.

Here are some reasons people do Aadhaar Seeding:

1. To get government benefits easier and faster to your bank account directly, like subsidies or pensions.
2. To make banking transactions easier, like sending or receiving money.
3. To help in voting, taking admission, availing scholarship, etc.

Aadhaar Seeding is a way to keep your identity connected everywhere so things are easier for you.

What is Aadhaar De-Seeding?

Aadhaar De-Seeding or de-linking is exactly opposite of seeding. It means removing or unlinking your Aadhaar number from a document, ID, service, or account. For example, if you linked your Aadhaar to a bank account but after sometime you decide to remove or change your aadhar connection with a bank account for any reason, you can de-seed or de-linking it. This aadhaar linking removal process is called Aadhaar De-seeding.

There are some cases when people want to de-seed their Aadhaar. Some of the common reasons are:

1. Privacy Concerns: due to the increasing amount of online fraud, most of the people want to keep their information secret.
2. Changing Accounts: If anyone uses a new bank account, they may want to de-seed Aadhaar from the old bank.
3. Name Change: Sometimes, people change their names for any reason like marriage, divorce, or correcting a typo mistake. In this case they apply for a new aadhaar number and delink the old aadhaar number. Once they get a new and updated one they again link it if they want.

Once the Aadhaar is de-seeded, the bank account, service, or document will no longer be connected to your Aadhaar number.

Why Do People Use Aadhaar Seeding and De-Seeding?

Aadhaar Seeding and De-seeding are two different ways to control your Aadhaar number’s uses. Linking Aadhaar makes getting services or benefits easier. Removing it can protect your data and personal information or correct errors. 

You should carefully decide how and where your Aadhaar to be used. So that you have control over your information. Knowing about Aadhaar Seeding and De-Seeding helps you use your Aadhaar in the best way for you.

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Aadhaar-Seeding Process

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How to Seed Aadhaar with Different Services?

Following are the separate guides to link aadhaar with different platforms. 

1. Aadhaar Seeding with Bank Accounts

Aadhar card can be linked with the bank accounts online and offline. It helps to ease the verification process of an account holder. Below is a guide:

Online Method	Offline Method
Can be done via Net Banking.	Need to go bank Branch
Firstly, login to your bank’s net banking. Now find “Link Aadhaar” option on the screen. Enter your aadhaar number exactly as printed on your aadhaar card and submit. An OTP will be sent on your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP in the blank space and verify.	Go to the branch of your bank. Ask for an aadhaar seeding form. Fill out the form correctly, mention your name and aadhaar number. Attach a photocopy of your aadhaar card with this form and submit to the branch manager. You will receive a confirmation SMS on your mobile phone after completing the linking process.

Online Method:

For aadhaar card linking with a bank account you need to opt for net banking services. Firstly apply for it, consult your branch and ask to enable net banking in your bank account. Once you’re done with this and net banking gets enabled, 

• Firstly, log in to your bank’s net banking portal.
• Secondly, look for the “Aadhaar Seeding” or “Aadhaar Linking” option on the screen and click on that.
• Thirdly, a blank box will be opened, enter your Aadhaar number and submit the request.
• At last, once it get verified, your Aadhaar number will be linked to your bank account.

Offline Method:

For an offline process you need to visit to the bank branch personally and follow as below:

• Visit your bank branch with a copy of your Aadhaar card.
• Take and fill out the Aadhaar Seeding Form or write an application for aadhaar linking mentioning your correct information.
• Submit the form to the branch manager along with your Aadhaar card copy and bank passbook.
• Your request will be processed, and you will receive a confirmation message on your aadhar linked mobile number.

Check Your Aadhaar Seeding Status

2. Aadhaar Seeding with LPG Connection

To connect your Aadhaar with LPG connection you need to follow below mentioned online or offline method. Everyone should link their aadhaar number with LPG gas connection to receive the subsidy that Indian government directly transfers to the individual’s bank account. Follow the process below:

Online Method	Offline Method
Can be done via LPG Gas Connection Website	Need to go to the LPG Distributor
Firstly, login to your LPG gas connection provider’s official website like Indane, HP, or Bharat Gas. Now find “Link Aadhaar” or “KYC” option on the screen. Enter your aadhaar number exactly as printed on your aadhaar card and submit. An OTP will be sent on your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP in the blank space and verify.	Go to your LPG distributor’s office. Ask for an aadhaar linking form. Fill this form correctly, mention your name, address, and aadhaar number. Attach a photocopy of your aadhaar card and submit. You will receive a confirmation message on your mobile phone after your aadhaar gets linked.

 Online Method:

• Visit your LPG distributor’s website (e.g., Indane, HP Gas, Bharat Gas).
• Open your profile by adding your connection number.
• Log in and enter your Aadhaar number under the “Aadhaar Link” section.
• Submit the form.

Offline Method:

• Visit your LPG distributor’s office with your Aadhaar card copy and connection booklet.
• Fill out the Aadhaar seeding form 
• Attach a copy of your connection booklet and a copy of aadhaar card and submit the same.

3. Aadhaar Seeding with Mobile Number

Method

Need to go the telecom office or store whose services you are using like Airtel, Jio.

Go to the store of your telecom service provider. Ask to link aadhaar number with your mobile number. Submit a photocopy of your aadhaar card to apply. You will receive an OTP on your mobile phone. After completing the linking process they will issue you a new SIM card and you’ll need to verify it again by an OTP.

• To link your aadhar card with your mobile number you need to visit your telecom sim operator’s store.
• Submit a copy of your Aadhaar card and biometric details.
• Once the process is complete, your mobile number will be linked to Aadhaar.

4. Aadhaar Card Seeding with Government Schemes

Depending on the scheme, visit the relevant government scheme official portal (e.g., Subhadra Yojana, Ladli Behna Yojana, PM-KISAN, Jan Dhan Yojana), PM Internship Program for Indian Youth. Submit your Aadhaar number copy either online or offline at your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

After verification, your Aadhaar will be linked to the scheme.

How to Check Aadhaar Seeding Status?

It is a very simple process to easily check whether your Aadhaar card is seeded with your bank account or not. Follow the steps below:

• You need to visit the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) official website at “Bharat Aadhaar Seeding Enabler“
• Look for the “Aadhaar Seeding Status” page at NPCI website.
• Enter your Aadhaar number.
• Click on “Check The Status” and see whether your Aadhaar is linked with your bank account or LPG connection or not.

Why is Aadhaar Seeding Important?

The seeding of Aadhaar offers various benefits, these are:

Direct Transfer of Subsidy: 

The government uses Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts to transfer subsidies (like LPG subsidies) directly to the beneficiary’s bank account under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme, so that the benefit reaches the end user.

Prevention of Fraud: 

Due to the increase of digital and online frauds, seeding eliminates duplicate or fake beneficiaries. It ensures that subsidies and government benefits reach the right people.

Easy Authentication: 

Due to the digitalization in India, linked services can be easily authenticated by quickly using Aadhaar biometric or OTP-based verification.

Unique Identity: 

Aadhaar is a solo identity document in India, that’s why it acts as a single identity proof for multiple services and reduces the need of multiple documents for verification.

Common Errors And Solutions During Aadhaar Seeding

Below are 10 common errors during Aadhaar card seeding process that people usually face , with their solutions:

1. Incorrect Aadhaar Number

  Error: Wrong Aadhaar number entered while linking.

  Solution: Look at your Aadhaar card and see if you have entered the correct number before submitting. Re-enter the correct number and submit again this error will be resolved.

2. Mismatch in Personal Details

Error: The name or details you have entered while seeding don’t match with the details in your bank or service provider’s records.

Solution: To resolve this error you need to update your details on the Aadhaar official website (UIDAI) or visit an Aadhaar Enrollment center to update all information to maintain consistency.

3. OTP Not Received

Error: Not receiving the One-Time Password (OTP) while online seeding.

Solution: Check your mobile number if it is linked to your Aadhaar number. If the number you have entered is correct but you still don’t receive OTP, click on the option “Resend” the OTP and check your network connection.

4. Biometric Authentication Failure

Error: Gets failure during biometric authentication (fingerprint or iris scan) Process.

Solution: If you face errors in verifying your biometric authentication, clean your fingers and let them dry, sometimes if there are dirt or oily substances present on your fingers this problem persists. After cleaning try using biometrics again.

5. Website Shuts Down or Hang Up

Error: Website or app crashes or shuts down during the seeding process.

Solution: If the website gets shut down or hung up during the process, refresh the page, check your internet connection, or try again after some time. This problem can be due to heavy traffic or maintenance announcements on the official website.

6. Incomplete Forms

Error: Leaving fields blank in the application form.

Solution: If you face rejections while submitting your seeding form check your form again and fill in all required fields before submitting. This problem will be resolved.

7. Using Expired Documents

Error: Uploading details of expired identity or address proof documents.

Solution: While seeding your aadhaar to any service or bank all documents you provide should be updated and valid. If they are expired, renew them before proceeding and uploading them on the website for seeding.

8. Multiple Aadhaar Registrations

Error: Attempting to link multiple Aadhaar numbers to the same service.

Solution: Only one Aadhaar number can be linked per service. If you have more than one service or account, choose the correct one to link.

9. Fail To Check Status

Error: Failing to check the status after submitting a seeding request.

Solution: Check and enter the correct aadhaar number to see the status online or contact the service provider to confirm if your Aadhaar has been successfully linked.

10. Confusion in Aadhaar Seeding Process

Error: Confusing Aadhaar seeding with Aadhaar registration.

Solution: If you are confused between aadhaar seeding and aadhaar registration then you should understand that seeding is linking your Aadhaar number to existing services, whereas aadhaar registration is getting an Aadhaar number. You must apply for Aadhaar registration and get an Aadhaar number before starting the seeding process.

If you face any errors, follow the solutions explained above, and easily resolve the issues during the Aadhaar card seeding process. Always keep your documents ready and verify your details to make the process simple and smooth.