How to check if bank account is linked to Aadhaar

If you want to link your bank account with your Aadhaar number, then you can either submit a copy of your Aadhaar card at your home branch or link it online on the bank's website. However, even if you have submitted your Aadhaar details at your branch there is still a possibility that the linkage between the two was not done correctly by the bank or it may be that the bank has not linked Aadhaar with your account because they have misplaced your details.

Do keep in mind that although it is not mandatory to link your bank account with your Aadhaar number, you will have to link the two if you want to receive subsidy and social security benefits from the central and/or state government. These include LPG subsidy and social security pension etc.

Here's a step-by-step guide to check whether your Aadhaar has been linked with your bank account.

1. Visit the Aadhaar website - www.uidai.gov.in

2. Click on 'Check Aadhaar/Bank Account Linking Status' in the 'My Aadhaar' tab.

3. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number or 16 digit Virtual ID and security code as shown on the screen. Once submitted, an OTP will be sent to your mobile number registered in the Aadhaar database.

4. Enter the OTP and click on 'Login'. Remember the OTP received by you is valid for 10 minutes only.

5. On successful login, the website shows whether your Aadhaar number is successfully mapped or not.

Points to remember

• It will only show you the last bank account that has been linked with your Aadhaar.
• If you have multiple bank accounts, you will have to check the status of the same with the bank.
• You will be able to use this service only if your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar.