THE AADHAAR (ENROLMENT AND UPDATE) REGULATIONS, 20161 [Updated as on 15.2.2024] In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1), and

1 · Short title and commencement: (1) These regulations may be called the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016 (1 of 2016). (2) They shall come into force o the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.

2 · Definitions: (1) In these regulations, unless the contextotherwise requires, a) "Act" means the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act; 2016; b "Aadhaar Letter' means a document for conveying the Aadhaar number to ?[an Aadhaar number holder];

0 · "Registrar means any entity authorised or recognised by the Authority for the purpose of enrolling individuals under this Act; "regulations" means the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016; "resident" means an individual who has resided in India for a period or periods amounting in all to one hundred and eighty-two days O more in the twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment; "service provider" includes all entities engaged for discharging any function related to the enrolment or update process; supervisor" means the certified personnel employed by enrolling agencies to operate and manage the enrolment centres; "verifier"' means the personnel appointed by Registrars for verification of documents at enrolment centres; (2) All other words and expressions used in these regulations but not defined, and defined in the Act and the rules and other regulations made there under; shall have the meanings respectively assigned to them in the Act o the rules or other regulations, as the case may be.

11 · ENROLMENT PROCESS]

3 · Biometric information required for enrolment: (1) The following biometric information shall be collected from all individuals undergoing enrolment (other than children below five years of age), Facial image; (ii) All ten fingerprints; and (iii) Scans of both irises: (2) The standards for collecting the biometric information shall be as specified by the Authority for this purpose.

12 · [4. Demographic information.- (1) The following demographic information in respect of an individual who is undergoing enrolment and who is above five years of age shall be collected, namely:

5 · Information for enrolment of a child below five years of age.-~The following information in respect of a child below the age of five years who is undergoing enrolment shall be collected, namely: (a) Name; (b) Date of birth; Gender; Facial image; Aadhaar number of parents or the guardian, along with the details of the relationship with the child; Biometric information of either parent or the guardian, along with his address:

6 · Enrolment of 13 '[individuals seeking to enrol] with biometric exceptions. - (1) For 14 [individuals seeking to enrol] who are unable to provide fingerprints, owing to reasons such as injury, deformities, amputation of the fingers/ hands o any other relevant reason, only Iris scans of such 15 '[individuals seeking to enrol] will be collected.

2 · For 16 '[individuals seeking to enrol] who are unable to provide any biometric information contemplated by these regulations, the Authority shall provide for handling of such exceptions in the enrolment and update software, and such enrolment shall be carried out as per the procedure as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose.

7 · Role of Registrars, enrolling agencies, etc: in enrolment: (1) The Registrars appointed the Authority shall the enrolment of 17 by carry out '[individuals seeking to enrol] by themselves or through enrolling agencies contractedlappointed by them. (2 The enrolling agencies shall 18 set up enrolment centres for enrolment of [individuals well as for correction or of 19 seeking to enrol] as update '[information of Aadhaar number holders]: The opening of enrolment centres, the services offered and other guidelines for their operations shall be in accordance with the procedure as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose.

8 · Equipment, software; etc: used in enrolment: (1) The Registrars and enrolling agencies shall use only the software provided or authorised by the Authority for enrolment purposes (2) The standard enrolmentlupdate software shall have the security features as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose. (3) All equipment used in enrolment, such as computers, printers, biometric devices and other accessories shall be as per the specifications issued by the Authority for this purpose. The biometric devices used for enrolment shall meet the specifications, and shall be certified as per the procedure, as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose.

93 · Disclosure of information to 21 [individuals seeking to enrol] at the time of enrolment:~At the time of enrolment; the enrolling agency shall inform the individual undergoing enrolment of the following details:

26 · '[10. Submission and verification of information: (1) An individual who seeks to enrol shall be required to submit an application in the form set out in Schedule Iand shall (a) present at the enrolment centre, in original, for verification and scanning, one O more documents evidencing proof of identity and proof of address and, where applicable, proof of date of birth or proof of relationship or both, as the case may be; or give his consent for electronically obtaining the information evidencing the proofs referred to in clause (a) from the databases of the authorities dealing with the preparation Or maintenance of such information: Provided that such presentation Or electronic obtaining of information shall be subject to the software provided or authorised by the Authority for carrying out the process of enrolment supporting the same. (2) A list of documents that may be presented to evidence the proofs referred to in sub- regulation (1) is in Schedule II: (3) Collection of documents evidencing proof of identity and proof of address of an individual shall not be necessary where a) an enrolment or update of biometric information Or demographic information has been carried out by the Registrar General of India; Or electronic information evidencing the said proofs is available from the databases prepared or maintained by the authorities dealing with the preparation Or maintenance of such information.

27 · [11. Collection of information at enrolment centre: (1) The operator shall capture a) the demographic information as submitted by the individual seeking to enrol in the application form set out in Schedule I; and the biometric information using oly such software as is provided O approved by the Authority: (2 Upon presentation of oe O more documents evidencing the proofs referred to in clause (a) of sub-regulation (1) of regulation 10, the operator shall a make a copy in electronic form of every such document; (b give the individual seeking to enrol an opportunity to check the accuracy of the information captured under sub-regulation (1) and the copy referred to in clause (a) and shall, after such checking, upload such information and copy to the CIDR; not make a copy of any such document in physical or electronic form; save in accordance with (i) clause (b); or (ii)the provisions contained in any other regulations made under the Act or any policy, procedure, guideline, order, process, standard, specification O other document issued by the Authority; return such documents; and provide the individual seeking to enrol an acknowledgement containing the EID and other enrolment details. (3) The procedures, processes, standards and guidelines to be followed during the enrolment process, and the forms, templates and checklists to be used for carrying out the same, shall be such as the Authority may specify in this behalf:]

12 · Agencies requiring Aadhaar as condition for receipt of service, etc: Any Central or State department or agency which requires an individual to undergo authentication or furnish proof of possession of Aadhaar number as a condition for receipt of any subsidy, benefit or service pursuant to Section 7 of the Act, shall ensure enrolment of its beneficiaries who are 28 yet to be enrolled, '[or update their Aadhaar details] through appropriate measures, including co-ordination with Registrars and setting up enrolment centres at convenient locations or providing enrolment facilities by becoming a Registrar itself:

29 · '[12A. 30 Entities] requiring Aadhaar as condition for fulfilment of any obligation; etc: The Authority may require any Central 31 or State department [or agency or any Scheduled Bank Or any other entity] which requires an individual to undergo authentication or furnish

33 · [GENERATION OFAADHAAR NUMBERS AND THEIR DELIVERY]

13 · Generation of Aadhaar numbers: (1) The registrars and enrolling agencies shall upload the enrolment packet to the CIDR using the software provided by the Authority: (2) The Authority shall process the enrolment data received from the Registrar and after deduplication and other checks as specified by the Authority, generate the Aadhaar number:

14 · Rejection of enrolment: (1) The Authority may reject an enrolment due to there being duplicate enrolments by the 34 [Aadhaar number holder], quality o any other technical reason: (2) In case of rejection due to duplicate enrolment, resident may be informed about the enrolment against which his Aadhaar number has been generated in the manner as may be specified by the Authority:

15 · Delivery of Aadhaar number: 1) The Aadhaar number may be communicated to 35 [individuals seeking to enrol] in physical form (including letters O cards) and/ o electronic form (available for download through the Authority's website Or through SMS) (2) All agencies engaged by the Authority for printing, dispatch, and other functions related to delivery shall comply with the applicable processes:

36 · [UPDATE OF INFORMATION OF AADHAAR NUMBER HOLDER]

16 · Request for update of identity information. An Aadhaar number holder may seek alteration of his demographic information or biometric information in cases specified under Section 31 of the Act in accordance with update 37 [procedure specified in this Chapter:]

38 · [16A. Update of documents or information. An Aadhaar number holder may; on completion of every period of 10 years from the date of generation of the Aadhaar number assigned to him, update the documents or the information evidencing proof of identity and proof of address as referred to in regulation 10, at least once, by submitting an application in such form set out in Schedule [ as is applicable to such Aadhaar number holder or in the online form provided at the website O mobile application of the Authority and

17 · Mandatory update for children. The Authority shall require the biometric information of children to be updated upon attaining five years of age and fifteen years of age in accordance with the procedure specified by the Authority 18. Equipment, software; etc: used for update: (1) The Registrars, enrolling agencies Or other service providers involved in the update process shall use only the software provided O approved by the Authority for updating purposes (2) The standard update software shall have the security features as laid down by the Authority for this purpose. (3) All equipment used for updating purposes, such as computers, printers, biometric devices and other accessories shall be as per specifications laid down by the Authority from time to time.

39 · '[19. Update of information of Aadhaar number holder: (1) Any Aadhaar number holder who seeks to update his information in CIDR at an enrolment centre shall submit an application in such form set out in Schedule Ias is applicable to such Aadhaar number holder; undergo authentication by submitting his Aadhaar number and biometric information and (a) present at the enrolment centre, in original, for verification and scanning; one or moredocuments evidencing proof of identity and proof of address and; where applicable,proof of date of birth or proof of relationship or both, as the case may be; or give his consent for electronically obtaining the information evidencing the proofsreferred to in clause (a) from the databases of the authorities dealing with thepreparation or maintenance of such information: Provided that such presentation O electronic obtaining of information shall be subject to the software provided or authorised by the Authority for collection of information for such update supporting the same.

39 · Subs. by Notification No. HQ-16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 16.1.2024 (w.e.f: 16.1.2024).

21 · Appointment of Registrars. (1) Registrars shall be appointed by the Authority, through 44 MOUs or agreements, [or terms of appointmentlengagement] for enrolment and update of 4S[individuals seeking to enrol and Aadhaar number holders] across the country, and could include entities which interact with 46 '[individuals seeking to enrol and Aadhaar number holders] in the usual course of implementation of their programmes. The eligible entities for appointment as registrars are Statel UT Governments, Central ministries and departments 47 agencies under them, Public Sector companies of Central / State Governments, [Scheduled banks] and regulated entities including National Securities Depository Limited, UTI Infrastructure Technology and Services Ltd, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) created by Central or State Government including CSC e-Governance services India Ltd. Upon appointment; a Registrar code shall be assigned to each Registrar: (2) Registrars shall be responsible for field level execution, monitoring and audit: (3) Registrars shall allow the Authority reasonable access to the premises occupied by it o by any other person 0 its behalf and also extend reasonable facility for examining any books, records, documents and computer data in the possession of the Registrar Or any other person on their behalf and also provide copies of the document or other materials which; in the opinion of the Authority are relevant for the purpose of audit

40 · 'Ins. by Notification No. 13012/79/2017/Legal-UIDAI (13) (No_ 1 of 2017), dated 31.7.2018 (w.e.f.31.7.2018). Substituted for rresidents information prescribed at Regulation" by Notification No. HQ-16016/1/2023-EU- I-HQ (E), dated 25.1.2024 (w.e.f: 27.1.2024). Subs. by Notification No 13012/79/2017/Legal-UIDAI (No.1 of 2017), dated 15.2.2017 for regulation 20 (w.e.f: 15.2.2017). Regulation 20, before substitution, stood as under: {20_ Convenience fee. The Authority may authorise Registrars t0 charge convenience fee from the residents_ not exceeding an amount specified by the Authority, for update of demographic information and biometric information 43 Subs_ for "residents, not exceeding an amount specified by the Authority;' by Notification No. HQ- 16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 25.1.2024 (w.e.f. 27.1.2024). 4Ins. by Notification No. 13012/79/2017/Legal-UIDAI (13) (No 1 of 2018), dated 12.1.2018 (w.e.f.12.1.2018)_ 4SSubs. for "residents" by Notification No. HQ-16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 25.1.2024 (w.e.f: 27.1.2024). 46 Subs. for residents" by Notn: No_ HQ-16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 25.1.2024 (w.e.f: 27.1.2024). 47 Subs. by Notification No. 13012/79/2017/Legal-UIDAI (No. 2 of 2017), dated 7.7.2017, for "Public Sector banks" (w.e.f: 7.7.2017).

24 · Other service providers: Other service providers may be appointed or engaged by the Authority from time to time for discharging any function related to the 49 '[***] enrolment process or updating of information: (2) All such service providers shall adhere to the regulations, processes, standards, guidelines, and orders issued by the Authority from time to time, and the code of conduct provided in Schedule V of these regulations, as applicable.

25 · Testing and certification of staff appointed for enrolment: -(1) An enrolling agency shall ensure that the operators, supervisors, and other enrolment staff employed or engaged by it are duly certified for carrying out enrolment through a certification process as may be specified by the Authority (2 The Authority may designate testing and certification agencies for this purpose.

26 · Liability of Registrars, enrolling agencies and other service providers and action in case of default: (1) The Registrars, enrolling agencies, and other service providers, and the supervisors, operators or any other persons or agencies employed by them shall adhere to all regulations, processes, standards, guidelines, and orders issued by the Authority from time to time, and the code of conduct provided in Schedule V (2) The Authority shall monitor the enrolment activities of the Registrars, enrolling agencies and the operators, supervisors and other personnel associated with enrolment 5O[(3) Without prejudice to any other action which may be taken under the Act; for violation of any regulation, process, standard, guideline O order; by a Registrar o Enrolment Agency Or any service provider O any other person, the Authority may immediately suspend the activities of such a Registrar Or Enrolment Agency O service provider Or concerned person, and after holding due enquiry; it may take steps for imposition of financial disincentives o such Registrar or Enrolment Agency or service provider or any other person and for cancellation of the credentials, codes and permissions issued to them pursuant to the Act O these regulations, or any other steps as may be specifically provided for in the terms of engagement with the Authority: ]

51 · [264. Interpretation. -~In this Chapter and Schedule VI; unless the context otherwise requires, the expressions "cancel" or *omit > in relation to an Aadhaar number; shall mean the omission of such Aadhaar number; and their grammatical variations and cognate expressions shall be construed accordingly:] 52[27 . Cases requiring omission of Aadhaar number: (1) Where the Authority is satisfied that more than one Aadhaar numbers have been issued to the same person, the Aadhaar number assigned the earliest shall be retained and all subsequent Aadhaar numbers omitted. (2) Where the Authority is satisfied that an Aadhaar number was generated for an individual who, at the time of enrolment;

28 · Cases requiring deactivation of Aadhaar Number: (1) The Aadhaar number of an Aadhaar number holder shall be deactivated in the following circumstances: (a) *Photo on Photo and core biometric information is available: Where an existing photograph is used instead of capturing a fresh photograph at the enrolment centre, and where core biometric information 0f the 53 [Aadhaar number holder] has been captured, the Aadhaar number shall be de-activated, and the 54 [Aadhaar number holder] asked to update his photograph: Upon successful update of his photograph, the Aadhaar number may be re-activated: b 'False Partial Biometric Exception cases: Where certain attributes constituting 55 biometric information have not been captured despite the [Aadhaar number holder] being in a position to provide them, the Aadhaar number shall be de-activated.

58 · [28A. Deactivation of certain Aadhaar numbers: Without prejudice to anything contained in regulation 28, in respect of a foreign national who is seeking enrolment O is an Aadhaar number holder; Aadhaar number may be deactivated a upon expiry of the period of validity of their visa for stay in India; O b) where the Authority is satisfied that such foreign national does not fulfil the requirements for his entry into O stay in India under the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920 (34 of 1920), the rules made thereunder and guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 59 this regard [from time to time, the Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939 (16 of 1939) and the orders made and directions given thereunder; Or the Foreigners Act; 1946 (31 of 1946) and the rules made thereunder:]]

29 · Inquiry into cases requiring omission or deactivation: (1) Any case reported or identified as a possible case requiring omission or deactivation may require field inquiry which may include hearing the persons whose Aadhaar number is sought to be omitted or 6O[deactivated, or an inspection, inquiry or audit under clause (L) of sub-section (2) of section 23 of the Act]: 61 [Provided that no such inquiry shall be required in case of deactivation of the Aadhaar number of child for the want of mandatory biometric information update as per the Regulation 28(1)(e).] 62[(IA) For omitting O deactivating an Aadhaar number and information relating thereto, pursuant to an inquiry aS referred to in sub-regulation (1), the Authority may give access to Of use O disclose information of the Aadhaar number holder; in the possession or control of the Authority, including information stored in the CIDR: Provided that such giving of access to or use or disclosure of information shall be subject to the restriction on sharing of identity information under sub-sections (1), (2) and (4) of section 29.] (2) An agency nominated by the Authority shall examinelinquire and submit a report to the Authority as per the procedures as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose. (3) The Authority may initiate necessary action upon receiving the report and the decision to omit or deactivate an Aadhaar number shall lie with the Authority

30 · . Communication to the Aadhaar number holder: (1) An Aadhaar number holder shall be informed of the omission Or deactivation of their Aadhaar number along with reasons through SMS, registered e-mail ID, tele-calling, letter O through such means as deemed fit by the Authority Provided that the same shall not be required in case of deactivation of Aadhaar number of a child for the want of mandatory biometric information update. Provided further that the details of deactivation of Aadhaar number of a child for want of mandatory biometric update shall be available on the UIDAI portal from which the Aadhaar number holder can verify his/her details.] (2) Any complaint of an Aadhaar number holder in respect of such omission or deactivation may be addressed through the grievance redressal mechanism set up by the Authority:

31 · Rectification action: ( 1) In case of omission of Aadhaar number for reasons other than multiple Aadhaar numbers having been issued, 64 [the individual concerned] shall be required to re-enrol.

32 · Setting up of a contact centre for grievance redressal. (1) The Authority shall set up a contact centre to act aS a central point of contact for resolution of queries and grievances of 66[individuals seeking to enroland Aadhaar number holders], accessible to 67 [individuals seeking to enrol and Aadhaar number holders] through toll free number(s) and/ or e-mail, as may be specified by the Authority for this purpose.

2 · The contact centre shall:

33 · Savings. All procedures, orders, processes, standards , specifications and policies issued and MOUs, agreements Or contracts entered by the Unique Identification Authority of India, established vide notification of the Government of India in the Planning Commission number A-43011/02/2009-Admin. I dated the 28th January, 2009 Or any officer of such authority, prior to the establishment of the Authority under the Act shall continue to be in force to the

34 · Power to issue policies, process documents, etc: The Authority may issue policies, orders, processes, standards, specifications and other documents, not inconsistent with these regulations, which are required to be specified under these regulations O for which provision is necessary for the purpose of giving effect to these regulations. 35. Power to issue clarifications, guidelines and removal of difficulties: In order to remove any difficulties or clarify any matter pertaining to application or interpretation of these regulations, the Authority may issue clarifications and guidelines in the form of circulars .

71 · '[36. Doing of act o thing related to delegated power Or function.- (1) Any act or thing that is to be or may be done by the Authority under these regulations may also be done by any Member O officer of the Authority O any other person to whom the Authority has delegated the related power or function by general or special order in writing, under section 51 of the Act.

2 · The Authority may determine whether Or not an act O thing done by a Member; officer Or other person under sub-regulation (1) isrelated to a power or function delegated as referred to in the said sub-regulation.]

72 · Subs. by notification No. HQ-16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 16.1.2024 (w.e.f:. 16.1.2024).

5 · For HoF-based enrolment or update Of demographic information, additional information and documents presented: Details of HoF: Name: Aadhaar no. (ii) Relationship with the child: Mother Father Legal guardian (b) Type of Proof of Relationship (POR) document presented: (See 'List of acceptable supporting documents displayed on the website of UIDAI and enrolment centres I confirm the identity of the child named above and that shelhe is related to me as mentioned hereby consent that the address recorded against my Aadhaar number may be recorded as the address against the Aadhaar number of the child and that my biometric information may be used to establish my identity.

5 · For HoF-based enrolment or update of address, additional information and documents presented: Details (i) Name of child's mother: Aadhaar no.= of ANDIOR HoF(s): (ii) Name of child s father: Aadhaar no. (iii) If details of only one parent are given, whether the Yes No other parent is currently not residing with the child: OR (iv) Name of legal guardian: Aadhaar no. Relationship with the child: Mother ANDIOR Father OR Legal guardian (b) Type of Proof of Relationship (POR) document presented: (See 'List of acceptable supporting documents" displayed on the website of UIDAI and enrolment centres) IWe confirm the identity of the child named above and that shelhe is related to melus as mentioned Ilwe hereby consent that my biometric information, O that of either of us, may be used to establish the identity of one of us through biometric-based authentication, and that the address recorded against - the authenticated Aadhaar number may be recorded as the address against the Aadhaar number of the child.

8 · For update, additional information: (a_ Aadhaar number of applicant: Information to be updated: Biometric (photo, fingerprints and irises) Name Date of Birth Gender Address Mobile Email Update of POI and POA documents Declaration hereby confirm and declare that all the information and documents submitted is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief; am entitled to the documentslinformation evidencing proofs cited above; and am foreign national and resident of India (resided in India for 182 days or more in 12 months immediately preceding my enrolment application). 2_ I understand that if the above declaration is found to be incorrect; my Aadhaar number may be deactivated and, in addition; action may be taken against me as per law_ 3_ I understand that the above information may be used, disclosed or shared in accordance with the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act; 2016 and regulations made thereunder: 4_ [ hereby give my consent for electronically obtaining information evidencing proof of identity, address, birth andor relationship from the databases of the authorities dealing with the preparation or maintenance of such information and for sharing the above information and documents with government agencies andlor any such authority, for the purpose of verification. Signature of verifier: Signature thumb impression of applicant*:

8 · For update, additional information: Aadhaar number of the child: Information to be updated: Biometric (photo, fingerprints and irises) Name Date of Birth Gender Address Mobile Email Update of POI and POA documents Declaration hereby confirm and declare that all the information and documents submitted is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief; and child are entitled to the documentslinformation evidencing proofs cited above; and the child is foreign national and resident of India (resided in India for 182 days or more in 12 months immediately preceding my enrolment application). 2 I understand that if the above declaration is found to be incorrect; the Aadhaar number of the child may be deactivated and, in addition, action may be taken against me aS per law. 3_ [ understand that the above information may be used, disclosed o shared in accordance with the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act; 2016 and regulations made thereunder: 4 hereby give my consent for electronically obtaining information evidencing proof of identity, address, birth andor relationship from the databases of the authorities dealing with the preparation Or maintenance of such information and for sharing the above information and documents with government agencies andlor any such authority, for the purpose of

73 · [SCHEDULE II

73 · Subs. by notification No.HQ-16016/1/2023-EU-I-HQ (E), dated 16.1.2024 (w.e.f: 16.1.2024) for "SCHEDULE Il.

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15 · Service Providers shall follow maker-checker concept in their activities to ensure accuracy of enrolment and update data: 16. Service Providers shall not indulge in manipulative, fraudulent practices in the process of enrolmentand updation: 17 . Service Providers shall ensure security and protection of all data (demographic/biometric) collectedfrom residents in accordance with policies and processes as may be specified by the Authority for thispurpose. 18. ServiceProviders shall enforce the decision of Authority regarding suspensionn/debarmentldis- empanelment of enrolling agencies, operators, supervisors,etc , as applicable. 19. Service Providers shall follow the standards for data fields, data verification and biometric fieldsspecified bytheAuthority. 20. Where required, Service Providers shall use only those devices and IT systems whose specifications have been approved by the Authority. 21. Service Providers shall follow the protocols prescribed by the Authority for record keeping and maintenance _

22 · Service Providers shall follow the process and systems specified by the Authority for transmission of the data collected: 23 . Service Providers shall follow the confidentiality, privacy and security protocols as may be specified bytheAuthority. 24. Service Providers shall follow protocols as may be specified by theAuthority for spreading and communicating the message, content and intent of the Aadhaar project: Since the Aadhaar logo and brand name are properties of the Authority, the Authority will specify the manner and limits of the use of the Authority logo; brand name,brand design and other communication and awareness materials: 25 . Service Providers shall follow protocols, processes and standards specified by the Authority for the implementation of theAadhaar processes: 26. Service Providers shall submit periodic reports of enrolment to the Authority in the form and manner as may be specified by the Authority: 27. Service Providers shall provide in formation related to the Aadhaar processes from time to time as requested by the Authority.