What is Blue Aadhaar? How can it be downloaded?

By Ravi Thakur - Sunday, Jul 12, 2026
Last Updated on Jul 12, 2026 08:03 PM

The Aadhaar card is an essential document for Indians. It is used for various government-related tasks. It is required for everything from school and college admissions to booking tickets and opening bank accounts. Apart from the regular Aadhaar, there is also a 'Blue Aadhaar' card. Have you heard about it? For whom does the UIDAI issue this Aadhaar card?

What is the Blue Aadhaar Card?

According to the UIDAI website, a 'Blue Aadhaar' card is issued for children under the age of five. This card is used for purposes such as school admissions and other government-related tasks. It is unique because it does not require fingerprint or biometric scanning; it contains only demographic details and the child's photograph. The validity of this card is limited to five years. Once the child turns five, a new Aadhaar card must be obtained, at which point the child's biometric details will be updated.

How to download the Blue Aadhaar?

You can download this Aadhaar card in three ways, just like a regular Aadhaar card. You will be able to download its digital version via the UIDAI website, the new Aadhaar app, and the DigiLocker app.

How to download using the Aadhaar app?

You need to log in to your profile to download this app.
After that, go to the profile section and select 'Add Profile'.
Create a 4-digit PIN for the new profile.
Enter the Blue Aadhaar card number and the parent's registered mobile number.
Enter the OTP once received.
You will be able to download the Aadhaar card after verification is complete.

Download from the UIDAI website

First, visit the UIDAI website at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Here, you will find the option to download your Aadhaar card.
Enter the required details, such as your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number.
Next, request and enter the OTP.
After verification, you can download your Aadhaar card.