Aadhaar Link With NPS Account

The National Pension System is a pension scheme backed by the government that allows people aged 60 or above to save some amount for their future. Further, PFRDA (Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority), managed by NPS, advised subscribers to link Aadhaar card with NPS accounts.

Any subscriber of NPS has to open only one account and deposit at least INR 6,000 every month. A subscriber of NPS will be able to withdraw a lump sum amount and utilise the leftover part to purchase a future allowance. The Government of India launched this scheme in 2004 for all employees and extended it to 2009.

How to Link Adhaar Card With NPS Account Online?

To link your Aadhaar Card with an NPS account online, you can follow the different methods for existing users and new subscribers. 

Steps to Connect the NPS Aadhar Link for New Users

You should follow the steps below to link your Aadhaar and NPS accounts as a new subscriber. 

Step 1: Go to the official website of NSDL e-NPS portal.

Step 2: You have to press the option of “Registration.”

Step 3: You must choose the details and enter your Aadhaar number in the given space. 

Step 4: Press on the option to ‘Generate OTP.’

Step 5: Click on the ‘Proceed’ button and check the disclaimer. 

Step 6: On your registered mobile number, an OTP will be sent. However, you must enter the OTP in the text field and press the continue button.

Step 7: You must complete the NPS registration form, continue making the payment, and generate your acknowledgement number. 

Step 8: Finally, submit the registration information and generate your PRAN.

Step 9: You will now e-sign the registration form. Your NPS subscription process is now complete.

Steps to Link Aadhaar Card with NPS Account for Existing Users

Follow the below-written steps and link your Aadhaar Card with your NPS account online as an existing user:

Step 1: You must log in using your NPS account at  to link Link Aadhaar Card with NPS.

Step 2: Select the “Update Aadhaar/Address Details” option from the “Update Details” section.

Step 3: You must enter your Aadhaar number twice and press the “Generate OTP” button. 

Step 4: Press the process button and consent to NSDL e-Gov for the linking process.

Step 5: OTP will be sent to the number registered with the Aadhaar card.

Step 6: Once you enter the OTP, click on the ‘Continue’ button.

Step 7: Once the authentication is confirmed, your Adhaar will be linked successfully with your NPS account. 

Crucial Points To Remember While Creating Link Aadhaar Card with NPS

At the time of the NPS Aadhar link, make sure to keep the below-written points in your mind:

• Your name on the Aadhaar card and the Permanent Account Number (PAN) must be the same. 
• All the subscribers must follow the NPS Aadhaar link process even if they have submitted their Adhaar during the subscription time.
• NPS Aadhar linking is done using the Aadhaar OTP validation method only.
• You also have to ensure that your mobile number is registered with your Aadhaar number to keep the OTP verification smooth. 
• Also, the Aadhaar seeding process will only be completed for government employees when the related nodal officer approves their request. 

Advantages to Avail by Linking Aadhaar and NPS Account

Several benefits can be availed when you link your Aadhaar card with your NPS account. 

• You can easily open your NPS account online using your Aadhaar authentication.
• You can fulfil your KYC norms quickly by using Aadhaar seeding. 
• You can track all the financial transactions once you link Aadhaar to your NPS account. This will help individuals be exempt from tax.
• The e-KYC process through your Aadhaar number will save you time and paperwork hassle, as the OTP acts as an instant validation.