🌐 Introduction
Your Aadhaar card is more than just an ID—it’s linked to many services, including your mobile SIM cards. But did you know that someone could misuse your Aadhaar to get extra SIM cards without your knowledge? here is the step How to Check All SIM Cards Issued on your Aadhaar
That’s why it’s important to check how many SIM cards are issued on your Aadhaar. In this guide, I’ll explain how to check it online, why it matters, and what you should do if you find suspicious numbers.
📱 Why Should You Check SIMs Linked to Aadhaar?
- To prevent identity theft
- To stop fraudulent SIM misuse
- To secure your bank accounts & OTPs
- To keep your personal information safe
In short, checking your SIM records ensures peace of mind.
🔍 How to Check All SIM Cards Issued on Your Aadhaar
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched a portal called TAFCOP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection).
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:
- Visit the official TAFCOP portal: https://tafcop.dgtelecom.gov.in/
- Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- You will get an OTP (One-Time Password) on your registered number.
- Enter the OTP to log in.
- The portal will display all active SIM cards linked to your Aadhaar.
- If you see any number that doesn’t belong to you, you can report it immediately for deactivation.
🛑 How to Deactivate Unauthorized SIM Cards Issued on Your Aadhaar
If you find a number that you don’t recognize while checking your Aadhaar-linked SIMs, don’t worry—you can deactivate it online through the TAFCOP portal.
Here’s how:
- Go to TAFCOP Portal – Visit https://tafcop.dgtelecom.gov.in/.
- Login with OTP – Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify using the OTP.
- View List of SIMs – The portal will show all SIM cards linked with your Aadhaar.
- Select the Unauthorized SIM – Identify the suspicious number(s) that you do not own.
- Click on “This is not my number” – Mark it as unauthorized.
- Submit Report – Provide confirmation and submit the request for deactivation.
- Track Status – You’ll receive a reference ID to track your complaint online.
- SIM Deactivation – The telecom operator will review and deactivate the unauthorized SIM after verification.
👉 Pro Tip: If you face issues online, you can also visit your nearest mobile operator store (Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL) with your Aadhaar card and request SIM deactivation in person.
✅ Pros & ❌ Cons of Aadhaar-SIM Linking
| ✅ Pros | ❌ Cons |
|---|---|
| Helps prevent misuse of SIMs | Risk of Aadhaar data leaks |
| Easy to track all linked numbers | Some users face login issues |
| Free and government-approved | Limited awareness among citizens |
| Quick online process | Requires mobile linked with Aadhaar |
⚡ My Experience
When I first checked TAFCOP, I was surprised to see three SIMs linked to my Aadhaar. I only use two. The third one was suspicious, so I raised a complaint through the portal. Within a week, the extra SIM was deactivated.
👉 This simple step gave me confidence that my Aadhaar data was safe.
⭐ Extra Tips for Security
- Always link Aadhaar only at official stores.
- Do not share your OTP with anyone.
- Regularly check your Aadhaar-linked SIMs (every few months).
- Consider using mobile security apps ([affiliate link here]).
💡 FAQs
Q1: How to check SIM cards issued on my Aadhaar?
You can check using the DoT’s TAFCOP portal by entering your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and OTP.
Q2: Is it safe to use the TAFCOP website?
Yes. It is an official government portal managed by the Department of Telecommunications.
Q3: What if I find an unknown number linked to my Aadhaar?
You can report it online through the TAFCOP portal, and the SIM will be deactivated after verification.
Q4: Can I use this service for free?
Yes. Checking Aadhaar-linked SIMs is completely free.
🎯 Final Verdict
Your Aadhaar is powerful—but with power comes risk. Fraudsters can misuse it to get SIM cards in your name. Thankfully, the government has given us an easy tool: TAFCOP.
