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Aadhaar PVC card: how to order and the fee

The Aadhaar PVC card is a durable, wallet size Aadhaar card with security features. You can order it online from UIDAI and it is delivered by speed post.

The short answer

The Aadhaar PVC card is a durable, wallet size Aadhaar card with security features. You can order it online from UIDAI and it is delivered by speed post.

Source: uidai.gov.in, checked 18 Oct 2026.

Official fees

ServiceFee
Aadhaar PVC card (including GST and speed post)₹75

Checked on 18 Oct 2026 Source

Same fee in every state and city. It is set by the central government.

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How to apply

  1. Open myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP
  2. Choose Order Aadhaar PVC Card
  3. Check the details on the card and choose yourself or someone else
  4. Pay ₹75 online
  5. Note the service request number
  6. Track the card by speed post tracking number sent to your mobile
  7. Use the PVC card like any Aadhaar. Use only the UIDAI site to order
Need it as a PDF? Follow the official download steps. Order the Aadhaar PVC card, step by step
Good to know
  • Older UIDAI pages still show ₹50. UIDAI's memorandum revised the rate to ₹75 including taxes.
  • Order only from myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Shops that print PVC cards are not official.
  • Your address in Aadhaar is printed on the card. Update it first if it is old.
  • You can order for any family member from your own login using their Aadhaar number and OTP.

After you apply

What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.

Track your application

Typical time

Normally delivered within 10 working days by speed post

Checked on 18 Oct 2026 Source

If you do not have it or miss the deadline

There is no penalty for not having a PVC card. The paper Aadhaar and e-Aadhaar remain valid.

Law: UIDAI

Not officially verified Source

Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them

ReasonHow to fix it
Payment failed or not confirmedCheck your bank, then use the order status on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in before paying again.
Address on Aadhaar is oldUpdate the address first, then order the card.
Card not delivered in timeTrack it with the speed post number and contact the post office or UIDAI helpline 1947.

Not officially verified

Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.

Common questions

How much is the Aadhaar PVC card fee?
₹75 including GST and speed post charges, as per UIDAI. It was ₹50 earlier.
How long does the Aadhaar PVC card take?
UIDAI says it is normally delivered within 10 working days by India Post speed post. You get the tracking number on your mobile.
Is a PVC Aadhaar card valid?
Yes. It is as valid as the paper Aadhaar letter or the e-Aadhaar downloaded from UIDAI.

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Aadhaar PVC card kaise order kare?
myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in par Aadhaar number aur OTP se login karein, Order Aadhaar PVC Card chunein aur ₹75 online bharein. Card speed post se aata hai.
Aadhaar PVC card ki fees kitni hai?
UIDAI ke hisaab se ₹75 (GST aur speed post ke saath). Pehle ₹50 thi.
PVC card kitne din mein aata hai?
UIDAI ke mutabik aam taur par 10 working days mein speed post se.
Aadhaar PVC card ka application status kaise check karein?
Official link par application ya reference number daalkar status dekhein. Link upar 'After you apply' mein diye hain: Check PVC card order status. Apply karne ke baad kam se kam utna time rukein: Normally delivered within 10 working days by speed post.
Aadhaar PVC card ka application reject ho jaye to kya karein?
Portal par likhi wajah padhein, galat ya dhundhle document badalkar dobara apply karein. Sabse aam wajah aur unka solution upar 'After you apply' mein diye gaye hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official site se pakka kar lein.
Bina Aadhaar PVC card ke pakde gaye to kya hoga?
Aam taur par nahi, Aadhaar PVC card na hone par seedha koi jurmana nahi hai (UIDAI). Lekin kai sarkari kaam ya faayde ke liye yeh zaroori ho sakta hai.

Sources: uidai.gov.in uidai.gov.in

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