With various reports emerging concerning the security of Aadhaar data, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introduced Aadhaar Virtual ID earlier this year in April. The main intention of introducing this new Two-layered security feature for safeguarding the privacy details of the Indian citizens. The new system from UIDAI will allow users to provide a virtually generated code instead of the actual 12-digit UID number. The new security feature enables the Aadhaar card holders to generate Virtual ID (VID) from its website - uidai.gov.in. PAN-Aadhaar Linking Deadline Extended Till March 2019.

Here's how you can generate VID / Retrieve VID from the UIDAI website:

VID generator (Photo Credit: UIDAI)

Firstly, the users need to visit - www.uidai.gov.in. Following which they need click on Virtual ID (VID) Generator that falls under 'Aadhaar Services'.

When clicked on the 'Virtual ID (VID) Generator', a new pop-up windows appears taking the users to VID Generation page.

VID generator (Photo Credit: UIDAI)

The users need to fill up the details such as Aadhaar Number and the security code mentioned on the page. Once done, the users will receive an OTP which is required to be filled under the OTP section provided on the right side of the page. The users also need to select an option between Generate VID or Retrieve VID. Instant Aadhaar Based PAN: How to Apply For New e-PAN Introduced by Income Tax Department of India.

VID generator (Photo Credit: UIDAI)

After providing the details, the users should click on Submit, after which they will receive a message on their registered mobile numbers with 16-digit Virtual ID (VID).

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