Your Aadhaar number is used for various services, including mobile SIM verification. While this makes the process of getting a new connection easier, it also means you should occasionally check whether any mobile numbers have been issued using your identity.

If you suspect that someone may have obtained a SIM card using your Aadhaar details without your knowledge, you can check the mobile connections registered in your name online. The process is simple and can be completed within a few minutes.

Check Mobile Numbers Registered in Your Name

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) provides an online facility called Sanchar Saathi that allows users to check mobile connections issued in their name.

Here's how you can check:

Step 1: Visit the Sanchar Saathi Website

Open the official Sanchar Saathi portal and select the option to check mobile connections associated with your details.

Step 2: Enter Your Mobile Number

Enter your active mobile number and complete the required verification process.

You may receive an OTP on your mobile number to confirm your identity.

Step 3: View the Numbers Registered in Your Name

After verification, the portal will display the mobile connections associated with your identity.

Carefully check the list and look for any number that you do not recognise.

What If You Find an Unknown Number?

If you see a mobile connection that you did not obtain or no longer use, you can report it through the Sanchar Saathi portal.

The service allows users to flag connections that they believe were issued without their knowledge.

Depending on the status of the connection, the telecom operator may investigate the request and take appropriate action.

Why Should You Check?

An unknown mobile number registered in your name could indicate that your identity details have been misused. It is therefore useful to periodically check the mobile connections associated with your identity.

You should also avoid sharing your Aadhaar details unnecessarily and be cautious when providing identity documents to unknown individuals or websites.

A quick check through the official Sanchar Saathi service can help you identify unfamiliar connections and take action if necessary.