For most Indian parents, getting an Aadhaar card for their child is one of the first formal steps in establishing their little one’s identity. But when you have twins, the process can feel twice as complicated — and full of questions! In this guide, we have compiled experiences shared by real twin parents from the TwinsTribe community to help you get your twins' Aadhaar cards hassle-free.
In This Article
✅ Why Aadhaar for Babies?
While Aadhaar is not mandatory for infants, it is increasingly required for health insurance policies, opening a bank account, passport applications, school admissions, government schemes (e.g. vaccinations, subsidies). It is a good idea to get it done early — and here is how.
🧾 Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Aadhaar for Twins
1. Visit the Nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
Locate a UIDAI-authorized enrolment centre here.
📌 Pro Tip from the Tribe: Government centres are more flexible with baby enrolments than private Aadhaar vendors.
2. Required Documents
For children under 5 years:
1. Birth Certificate or Hospital Discharge Summary
2. Aadhaar of one Parent (used as identity and address proof)
3. Parent’s Address Proof (only if Aadhaar does not reflect the correct address)
4. Photographs are taken at the centre (no need to carry your own)
💬 Community Insight: Many parents successfully used the discharge summary when the birth certificate was not ready yet.
3. Biometrics for Infants
1. No fingerprints or iris scan for children under 5.
2. Only a facial photograph is captured.
3. Biometrics will be updated again at ages 5 and 15.
4. Enrollment for Twins – Key Points
🟢 YES, both twins can be enrolled together during the same visit, but you need to fill separate forms for each.
Do we need separate appointments?
➤ No. One visit is enough.
Can we use the same parent’s Aadhaar for both?
➤ Yes.
Is there a different process for twins?
➤ No. Each child is treated as an individual applicant.
How long does it take?
➤ E-Aadhaar is usually available in 3–7 days; physical card arrives in 2–3 weeks.
⚠️ Dealing with Duplicate Record Errors
A common issue many twins’ parents face is: one Aadhaar gets processed quickly, while the other is rejected or delayed, flagged as a "duplicate record."
🧩 Why Does This Happen?
Because twins share:
1. Name patterns
2. Same date of birth
3. Same address
4. Same parental reference Aadhaar
…and no biometrics are captured, the UIDAI system may assume it's a repeated entry, not a second child.
❗ Real Problems Reported by Twin Parents
“One twin’s Aadhaar came in a few days, but the other was stuck for weeks with a duplicate error.”
“We got an SMS saying ‘Duplicate Record Exists’. Had to go again and explain everything.”
“Even though both applications were done together with the same documents, only one was approved.”
✅ Tips from the Tribe to Avoid Rejections
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Issue |
What Helped |
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System confusion |
Clearly inform the operator that you are enrolling twins |
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Similar images |
Dress babies differently or use visible markers (clips, toys, hairbands) |
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Identical data entries |
If possible, use different parent Aadhaar as reference for each child |
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Private agency rejections |
Stick to government-run centers that understand UIDAI protocols |
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Long wait times |
Check e-Aadhaar status online within a week, and raise a complaint if needed |
🔁 What to Do if One Aadhaar is Rejected?
1. Revisit the centre with the acknowledgment slip.
2. Bring all supporting documents again.
3. Explain that the child is a twin sibling, not a duplicate entry.
4. Request a manual override or initiate a new enrolment.
5. Some parents had success waiting 2–3 weeks before re-enrolling the second twin.
🔁 Real Twin Parent Experiences
“Avoid weekends — centres are overcrowded. Weekday mornings are better.”
“Always double-check the spelling of names before final submission.”
“One parent’s Aadhaar was used for both babies — no issue at government centres.”
“We dressed them in different onesies so the operator could tell them apart more easily.”
“E-Aadhaar was downloadable in 3 days, but the physical card came later.”
🧷 Things to Watch Out For
Typos in names or dates — double check everything.
Carry both originals and photocopies of all documents.
Keep a digital copy of Aadhaar safe for future uploads (school, insurance, etc.).
If Aadhaar does not arrive, call UIDAI helpline 1947 or visit uidai.gov.in.
Applying for Aadhaar for twins does not have to be stressful — but it does need a little extra awareness. Duplicate errors are common, but manageable when you know what to expect. Thanks to the shared experiences from the TwinsTribe community, you are now armed with all the info you need!
