As per the directives issued by the Central Government and apex court, BSNL/MTNL connection subscribers need to link their Aadhaar Card with BSNL/MTNL number. Individuals need to register their BSNL/MTNL number with UIDAI to be able to link their Aadhaar Card with BSNL/MTNL connection. Those who have not registered or updated their BSNL/MTNL mobile number with UIDAI will have to visit any BSNL/MTNL store for re-verification.
The process to link your Aadhaar to BSNL/MTNL connection is very quick and simple. You can link it through either OTP, IVR or offline mode.
How to Link Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL Using OTP?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL number using OTP:
Step 1: Call on the Toll-Free number, 14546, from your BSNL/MTNL mobile number that you wish to link to Aadhaar.
Step 2: Choose whether you are an Indian citizen or NRI.
Step 3: Press 1 to give consent to the mobile operator to re-verify your Aadhaar.
Step 4: Now enter your Aadhaar number and confirm it.
Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your mobile number.
Step 6: Give the mobile operator consent to take your name, photo and date of birth from UIDAI.
Step 7. Now IVR will mention the last 4 digits of your mobile number.
Step 8: If the numbers called out are correct, enter the OTP.
Step 9: Press ‘0’ on your mobile phone, in case you do not have multiple BSNL/MTNL mobile numbers that you wish to link to your Aadhaar. Or else, press the option ‘1’ to enable BSNL/MTNL to proceed with the Aadhaar verification procedure.
Step 10: Your request will be accepted.
Step 11: Within 24 hours, you will receive an SMS confirming that your Aadhaar has been linked with your BSNL/MTNL number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
How to Link Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL Using IVR?
Here's how you can link Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL number using IVR:
Step 1: Call on the Toll-Free number, 14546, from your BSNL/MTNL mobile number that you wish to link to Aadhaar.
Step 2: Now select the ‘Link Aadhaar with Mobile Number’ option.
Step 3: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number twice and confirm it.
Step 4: Within 24 hours, you will receive an SMS confirming that your Aadhaar has been linked with your BSNL/MTNL number.
Note: This option is only available if the number is registered with UIDAI already.
How to Link Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL Number Offline?
Below given are the simple steps which you need to follow to link your Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL connection offline:
Step 1: Visit your nearest BSNL/MTNL store.
Step 2: Give your BSNL/MTNL number and self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card to the store executive.
Step 3: The store executive will send you an OTP (One Time Password).
Step 4: Give this OTP to the store executive.
Step 5: Provide your biometrics (fingerprint) to the store executive.
Step 6: BSNL will send you a confirmation message on your number.
Step 7: Reply with a ‘Y’ to the SMS to complete the linking process.
Documents Required for Linking BSNL/MTNL Number with Aadhaar
You need to provide only the self-attested copy of your Aadhaar card for verification. No additional proof is required for address and identity verification.
Fee Involved in Linking Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL Number
Mobile operators provide this service free of cost for linking your Aadhaar with BSNL/MTNL connection. The process is very quick and simple.