How to Download ABHA Card

To download your ABHA card, log in to the official ABHA portal or the ABHA app using your ABHA number, ABHA address, mobile number or Aadhaar, verify with an OTP, open your profile and select the download option. The card is saved as a PDF or image that you can keep on your phone or print.

This guide explains each method, how to recover a forgotten ABHA number and how to use your card safely at ABDM-integrated health facilities.

What Is an ABHA Card?

An ABHA card is the digital or printable card of your Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA), the unique health identity created under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and implemented by the National Health Authority (NHA). It typically displays your name, photograph, ABHA number, ABHA address, basic demographic details and a QR code that health facilities can scan.

The card is a convenient way to share your ABHA identity at hospitals, clinics, labs and pharmacies that are integrated with ABDM. It is important to understand that the ABHA card is not an insurance card and does not entitle you to free treatment by itself. It helps you link and share your health records, with your consent, across the digital health ecosystem. The Ayushman Card under PM-JAY, which is used for cashless treatment by eligible beneficiaries, is a separate card.

What You Need Before You Download

To download your ABHA card, you need an existing ABHA. Related read: ABHA Health Card Registration: What It Is and Key Benefits. Keep the following ready:

• Your ABHA number or ABHA address, if you remember it.
• Access to the mobile number registered with ABHA, or the mobile number linked with your Aadhaar, to receive an OTP.
• A smartphone or computer with a stable internet connection.
• A PDF viewer or image viewer to open the downloaded card.

How to Download Your ABHA Card From the Official Portal

The official ABHA portal at abha.abdm.gov.in is the most direct way to get your card. The exact labels may change as the portal is updated, but the process generally follows these steps:

1. Visit the official ABHA portal: open the portal in your browser and make sure you are on the genuine government website.
2. Select the login option: choose to log in to your existing ABHA account.
3. Choose a login method: pick from options such as ABHA number, ABHA address, mobile number or Aadhaar, as available.
4. Verify with an OTP: enter the OTP sent to your registered or Aadhaar-linked mobile number, or use your password if you have set it up for your ABHA address.
5. Select your profile: if several profiles are linked to the same mobile number, choose your own.
6. Open your ABHA card: go to the profile or ABHA card section of your dashboard.
7. Download the card: click the download option and save the card to your device, typically as a PDF or image file.

How to Download Your ABHA Card Using the Mobile App

If you prefer your phone, the official ABHA app and ABDM-integrated personal health record (PHR) apps usually offer a quick way to view and save your card.

1. Install the official app: download the ABHA app or a trusted ABDM-integrated app from your phone's official app store.
2. Log in to your account: sign in with your ABHA number, ABHA address or mobile number and verify with an OTP.
3. Go to your profile: open the profile or ABHA card area within the app.
4. Save or share the card: use the download, save or share option to keep a copy on your phone.

Some government apps, such as Aarogya Setu, or DigiLocker-linked flows may also let you view your ABHA details, depending on their current features. Always use apps from official app stores and check that they are listed as ABDM-integrated.

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Understanding the Details on Your ABHA Card

When you open the downloaded card, take a moment to understand each element so you can use it correctly.

• ABHA number: a unique identifier generated for you within the ABDM ecosystem. It identifies your health account and is different from your Aadhaar number.
• ABHA address: a username-like handle, often in a format that ends with the ABDM domain suffix, which you can use to log in to apps and receive or share records.
• Name, photo and demographic details: these are usually drawn from the identity document used during creation, such as Aadhaar or a driving licence, and help facilities confirm your identity.
• QR code: a scannable code that lets integrated facilities read your basic ABHA profile quickly at registration.

If any detail is incorrect, avoid using the card until you have updated your information through the official profile update process.

Downloading the ABHA Card for a Child or Family Member

Every person has an individual ABHA, so each family member needs their own card. Parents or guardians can generally create and manage an ABHA for a child, and the child's account may be linked to the guardian as per the platform's rules. Elderly parents can also be helped by a family member who logs in on their behalf with their permission.

• Log in using the mobile number linked to the family member's ABHA and verify with the OTP.
• Select the correct profile from the list of accounts linked to that number.
• Open the profile section and download the card in the same way as your own.

Store each card separately and label the files clearly so you can find the right card quickly during a hospital visit. Respect the privacy of adult family members and access their accounts only with consent.

What to Do If You Forgot Your ABHA Number

Many people create an ABHA and later lose track of the number. You can usually recover it online.

• Use the retrieval option: the official portal and app generally offer a forgot or retrieve ABHA number option that works with your mobile number or Aadhaar.
• Verify with an OTP: confirm your identity through the OTP sent to your registered or Aadhaar-linked mobile.
• Log in with your mobile number: where supported, logging in with your mobile number shows the ABHA profiles linked to it.
• Check old messages: confirmation messages sent at the time of creation may contain your ABHA details.

If none of these work, use the official support channels listed on the ABHA portal or the ABDM website.

How to Use Your ABHA Card After Downloading

Your downloaded ABHA card is useful in several everyday situations:

• Faster registration: at ABDM-integrated facilities, staff can scan the QR code or you can use Scan and Share at the counter to share your profile without filling long forms.
• Linking records: sharing your ABHA during a visit allows the facility to link prescriptions, reports and discharge summaries to your account.
• Sharing history with doctors: with your consent, doctors can view relevant past records, which may help them understand your history better.
• Telemedicine: integrated teleconsultation services may use your ABHA to identify you and link consultation records.

Related read: What Is a Digital Health Card in Health Insurance?

Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Use only official sources: avoid unofficial websites or agents that ask for fees or sensitive details to download your card. Creating and downloading an ABHA card is free on official channels.
• Protect your OTP: never share the OTP or password with anyone, even if they claim to represent a hospital or government office.
• Store the card securely: keep a copy on your phone and a printout if needed, but avoid posting it on social media, as it contains personal details and a QR code.
• Check your details: verify that your name, date of birth and other details on the card are correct, and update them through the official process if needed.
• Do not confuse cards: remember that the ABHA card is a health ID, while the Ayushman Card is used for PM-JAY benefits by eligible beneficiaries.

Your ABHA card helps keep health records organised, but it does not cover medical bills. For protection against hospitalisation costs, explore ManipalCigna health insurance plans and find cover suited to your family, subject to policy terms and conditions.

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Conclusion

Downloading your ABHA card takes only a few minutes when you use the official ABHA portal, the ABHA app or a trusted ABDM-integrated app. Keep your registered mobile number handy, verify with an OTP and save the card securely. Use it to speed up registration and link your health records at integrated facilities, and refer to the official portals for the latest features and guidance.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information and awareness only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial or insurance advice. Government scheme details, eligibility criteria, benefits and processes are decided by the respective authorities and may change from time to time; please refer to the official government portals or contact the relevant authority for the latest information. Health insurance benefits are subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions of the specific policy. Please read the policy wording and sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale. Insurance is the subject matter of solicitation.