Check Your DBT Status
Confirm whether your bank account is properly mapped for Direct Benefit Transfer
Live DBT Status Checker
Enter your Aadhaar number, account number, and bank to check if your account is DBT-enabled.
Official UIDAI Bank Mapper
Use the UIDAI portal to check which bank account your Aadhaar is mapped to for DBT benefits.
What you need
Your Aadhaar number and the mobile number linked to Aadhaar.
Result meaning
If a bank is shown, your Aadhaar is mapped. Ensure that account is active.
No bank shown?
Ask your bank to seed Aadhaar and enable DBT. Then re-check after 24–48 hours.
✅ DBT-Enabled
You will receive scholarships and government benefits directly to the mapped account.
- Account mapped with NPCI
- Aadhaar verification completed
- Bank account is active and operational
❌ Not Enabled
Your Aadhaar is not mapped to any account or the mapping failed.
- Visit bank/CSC to seed Aadhaar
- Ask bank to register with NPCI for DBT
- Re-check status after 24–48 hours
Common Issues & Fixes
- UIDAI shows another bank: ask your preferred bank to set it as the “primary” DBT account.
- OTP not received: ensure your mobile is linked to Aadhaar and has network coverage.
- Payment failed: confirm your account is active and not frozen; then re-check mapping.
Bank-wise Instructions
We’re preparing precise steps for major banks. Meanwhile, use these general tips:
SBI / Associates
Request Aadhaar seeding and DBT enablement at your home branch. Verify via UIDAI after 24 hours.
PNB / BoB / Canara
Carry Aadhaar, passbook, and ID proof. Ask staff to set your account as the primary DBT account.
Private Banks
Visit the nearest full-service branch; some branches may redirect to home branch for DBT mapping.
📲 Check Bank Status Without UIDAI Portal
Some banks allow you to check Aadhaar seeding and DBT status using SMS or their online portals. Use the methods below if you can’t access UIDAI.
State Bank of India (SBI)
📩 SMS Format:
SEED <Aadhaar> <AccountNo>
Send to: 567676
Or visit: onlinesbi.sbi
Punjab National Bank (PNB)
📩 SMS Format:
ADHAR <Aadhaar> <AccountNo>
Send to: 5607040
Online Aadhaar linking: pnbindia.in
Canara Bank
Visit your home branch or call their toll-free support:
📞 1800 425 0018
Or check seeding at: canarabank.com
Private Banks (HDFC, ICICI, etc.)
Most private banks do not support SMS DBT checks. Visit your branch or use their net banking portals:
⚠️ Can't Find Your Bank?
Visit your bank branch with Aadhaar and passbook. Ask for DBT seeding and NPCI registration. Recheck after 2–3 days.