Individuals who want to file income tax returns should have an Aadhar number mandatorily. (This has been effective from July 2017). So, those who do not possess an Aadhaar number should apply for it and can quote an Aadhaar enrolment ID. Let us now understand what the Aadhaar enrolment ID is and what its benefits are.  

Aadhaar Enrollment ID (EID) and its Uses 

The enrollment ID or EID is an unique identification number consisting of 28 digits, and it is allocated to every individual who has applied for an Aadhaar. The digits are further subdivided into the first 14 and the subsequent 14. The first 14 digits are randomly allocated digits without signifying anything. The next 14 digits show the date and time when your Aadhaar is enrolled. You will be given an acknowledgement slip containing your EID on it. An example of an Aadhaar enrolment ID is as follows: 1357/891011/98765/09/08/2022 06:44:24 

The enrollment ID can be used for various purposes such as: 

  • Using it to file income tax returns. You can quote it in place of the Aadhaar number if you have not got one yet.  

  • Checking your Aadhaar application’s status online  

  • Recovering your lost or forgotten Aadhaar number.  

  • Verifying your identity when you are using government or other services for getting a passport, opening a bank account, or applying for a subsidy.  

  • Changing your personal information (like your name or date of birth) on the Aadhaar database 

  • Completing KYC procedures when applying for financial services that require customer authentication.  

How to Retrieve the Aadhaar Enrollment ID? 

Sometimes, your Aadhaar may be lost or misplaced. In that case, how to recover your Aadhaar EID. Let us follow the simple steps below: 

 Step 1: Go to the official UIDAI portal and navigate to the ‘My Aadhaar’ section.  

 Step 2: Click on the option ‘retrieve, lost, or forgotten UID/EID’  

 Step 3: You will be forwarded to a new page where you can see 2 options – the Aadhaar number and enrolment ID. Select ‘Enrolment ID’ 

 Step 4: Fill in the information such as your name, email address, mobile number, and the captcha code shown on the screen.   

 Step 5: Click ‘Send OTP’ and key in the password on your registered mobile number or email ID.  

 Step 6: Post OTP verification, the enrolment ID is sent to your registered mobile number or email ID.  

Conclusion 

Thus, the Aadhaar enrolment ID is important for income tax return filing and various other purposes. So, you must make sure to keep it safe and secure if you have one. If you lose it, then retrieve it through the steps given above.  

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. What is aadhaar enrollment number?

The Aadhaar Enrolment Number (EID) is a unique 28-digit number assigned to an individual during the Aadhaar registration process. This number consists of a 14-digit enrolment number and a 14-digit date and time stamp of enrolment. It is used to track the status of the Aadhaar application until the Aadhaar number is generated and issued.

2. What is the difference between enrolment ID and enrolment number in Aadhaar card? 

The enrolment ID is shown on the top of your enrolment slip and contains a 14 digit enrolment number and the 14-digit date and time (yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss) of enrolment. These 28 digits form the enrolment ID. The enrolment number is part of the enrolment ID.  

3. What is the 28 digit enrollment ID in Aadhar card?

The 28-digit Aadhaar Enrollment ID (EID) is a unique number provided to an individual when they apply for an Aadhaar card. It consists of two parts: the first 14 digits represent the enrollment number (format: 1234/12345/12345), and the next 14 digits represent the date and time of enrollment (format: dd/mm/yyyy hh:mm ). This EID can be used to track the status of your Aadhaar application.

4. What is the use of SRN number? 

To keep track of the status of the correction or update online, you can use the SRN number in Aadhaar. Further, SRN or service request number is generated when you put a request for an update in Aadhaar address through a validation letter.  

5. How can I get Aadhar card Enrolment ID?

To get your Aadhaar card Enrolment ID, follow these steps:

  • Visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Center near you with the required documents (proof of identity, address, and date of birth).
  • Fill out the Aadhaar Enrolment Form with accurate details.
  • Submit your biometric data, including fingerprints, iris scan, and photograph.
  • After completing the process, you will receive an acknowledgment slip containing a 14-digit Enrolment ID (EID) along with the date and time of enrolment.