What is URN Number in Aadhaar? How to Check URN Status

URN or Update Request Number is the code or number that you get when you request to change any information mentioned on your Aadhaar card. This number is your key to track the progress of your request, helping you know its exact status within the UIDAI system. Let’s understand more about this number and how it can be checked online and offline. Keep reading!

What is the Aadhaar URN (Update Request Number)? 
 

An Update Request Number or URN is an ID composed of 14 digits that applies uniquely every time a change/update request is made on an Aadhaar card. You can also consider it as a reference ID for your application. Whatever the update is, whether a name correction, address change, or mobile number update, the system generates a URN to trace each application.

This number will be mentioned on the acknowledgement slip issued to you at an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. If you’ve submitted the update request on the official portal, this will appear on the screen right after the submission is successfully done. Until the said update is reflected on the Aadhaar card, this number has to be kept safe, working as your primary method to track the status of your change.

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How to Check Your Aadhaar URN Status Online

The easiest and quickest way to check your URN status is through the official UIDAI website. The online portal is designed in a very user-friendly way to provide real-time information about your application. Here’s how you go about it:

●    Open the myAadhaar portal.
●    On the main page, click the option reading ‘Check Enrolment & Update Status.’
●    You’ll be redirected to another page where you have to enter the 14-digit URN given to you on the acknowledgement slip.
●    Once you enter the number and the required captcha, the present status of the update request will appear on the screen.

Some online requests get an SRN (Service Request Number); it has a similar function, except that it’s a 28-digit number generated when requesting updates or corrections through the UIDAI's Self Service Update Portal (SSUP). It can be used on the same page of the myAadhaar portal for checking the progress of your request.

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Is It Possible to Check URN Status Offline?

Yes, you can check your Aadhaar update status offline if you’re uncomfortable with the online process or have limited connectivity. The most straightforward method in that regard would be to visit a physical Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

1.    Locate the nearest Enrolment Centre or Seva Kendra on the UIDAI website or the Bhuvan Aadhaar portal.
2.    Visit the centre with your acknowledgment receipt and give the operator your URN. They will run a search in their system and inform you of the status right away.
3.    In case personal assistance is needed, the operator would be happy to explain the status and clarify any doubts.

Another very easy way is to call the Toll-Free Helpline 1947 from a mobile or landline number and follow the instructions of the IVR system. Then, you would be asked to key in your URN on the keypad of your phone, after which the system will provide you with the current status of your request.

What if Your URN is Invalid or the Request Gets Rejected?

From time to time, upon checking your status, a ‘URN invalid’ message may appear. That’s a common error that comes up due to wrong input. The first thing to do would be to closely re-check the 14-digit number on your acknowledgment slip and key it in again. If that still doesn’t work, it will be necessary to seek help at an enrolment center.

Sometimes, your information update requests will be rejected. When your request is rejected, it usually also states an explanation within the system as to why. Some of the more common reasons are when the details stated in the form do not correspond to those in the proof document, or the proof documents are unclear or invalid.

In this case, you will have to start a new update request, but this time making sure all information is correct and all supporting documents are clear, valid, and correct.

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To Conclude

The best way to have complete transparency about your Aadhaar card update requests is by using your URN. By knowing the process to check it online and offline, you ensure that all the details in your Aadhaar card are up to date without any hassle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full form of URN in Aadhaar?
In the Aadhaar system, URN stands for Update Request Number. It is a 14-digit code issued to you after you submit a request to make changes or updates to your Aadhaar card information. You can check the status of your request by either typing this number on the UIDAI website or by physically visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

What is the difference between URN and SRN in Aadhaar?
A URN (Update Request Number) is a 14-digit number provided for updates made both online and at an enrolment centre. An SRN (Service Request Number) is a 28-digit number specifically generated for update requests submitted online through the myAadhaar portal.

What should I do if I have lost my URN?
If you have lost your URN slip, you may be able to retrieve it if you possess your enrolment ID. Alternatively, you can visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for assistance or check if the update is reflected by downloading your e-Aadhaar after a few days.

How many digits is a URN?
The Aadhaar card URN or Update Request Number has 14 digits. By using this number, you can track the status of your updates or corrections made to your Aadhaar card. Understanding the value of this number is crucial as a lot of financial transactions and other official tasks are dependent on your Aadhaar card, which in turn needs to be updated.

How to check Aadhaar URN status?
You can check your Aadhaar URN status by visiting the myAadhaar portal. Tap on the 'Check Enrolment & Update Status' tab. In the respective input field, enter your URN Number. 

When is the URN (Update Request Number) generated?
An Update Request Number is issued upon submission of an update request for alteration in Aadhaar data. This could relate to changes in residential address details, mobile number linking, or correction of other personal details. 

Which details help in tracking the progress of the Aadhaar update?
The progress of updates can be tracked via certain identification details. Either the URN number placed on your admission slip or your Aadhaar number will be required to check the status on the official portal.

Can an Update Request Number be used to cancel an update request?
No. There is no possibility of cancellation for an already submitted application in the Aadhaar system, and therefore, an Update Request Number will not be of use in cancelling an update request. While an update request is in process, it cannot be cancelled. The same needs to be looked upon for approval or rejection.