ABHA Health ID: How to Create Your Digital Health Card Online

ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) is your unique 14-digit digital health ID issued under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). It links all your medical records — prescriptions, lab reports, diagnoses — into one digital profile that you control. Creating an ABHA is free and takes under 5 minutes.

What is ABHA Health ID?

ABHA is a standardized digital health identity for every Indian citizen. Previously called "Health ID" under the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), it was rebranded to ABHA. Key features:

• 14-digit unique number (e.g., 91-1234-5678-9012)
• ABHA address — a username like yourname@abdm (used to share records)
• Linked health records from hospitals, labs, and pharmacies participating in ABDM
• You control access — only you decide who sees your health records
• Free to create — no charges at any step

Who Can Create ABHA?

• Any Indian resident with a valid Aadhaar card, OR
• Any person with a valid Driving Licence issued in India
• No age restriction — ABHA can be created for minors by parents/guardians
• Available for citizens across all states and union territories

Documents Required

You need one of the following:

• Aadhaar Card (recommended — instant verification via OTP)
• Driving Licence (DL number for verification)

Additionally:

• Mobile number (linked to Aadhaar for OTP verification, or any active number for DL-based creation)
• Email address (optional but recommended)

How to Create ABHA Health ID Online

Method 1: Using Aadhaar (Recommended)

1. Visit the official ABHA portal at abha.abdm.gov.in
2. Click "Create ABHA Number" or "Register"
3. Select "Using Aadhaar" as the verification method
4. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number
5. Check the consent box and click "Submit"
6. Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
7. Verify your details — name, date of birth, gender, and address will auto-fill from Aadhaar
8. Create your ABHA address (e.g., yourname@abdm) — this is your health ID username
9. Set a password for your ABHA account
10. Your 14-digit ABHA number is generated instantly
11. Download your ABHA card (PDF) from the dashboard

Method 2: Using Driving Licence

1. Visit abha.abdm.gov.in
2. Click "Create ABHA Number"
3. Select "Using Driving Licence"
4. Enter your Driving Licence number
5. Enter your name, date of birth, and gender exactly as on the DL
6. Verify via OTP sent to your mobile number
7. Complete profile details and create your ABHA address
8. Your ABHA number is generated after verification

Using the ABHA Mobile App

1. Download the ABHA app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store
2. Open the app and tap "Create ABHA"
3. Follow the same Aadhaar/DL verification steps as above
4. Your ABHA card is stored in the app for easy access

How to Download Your ABHA Card

1. Log in to abha.abdm.gov.in with your ABHA number or address
2. Go to "My Profile" or "Dashboard"
3. Click "Download ABHA Card"
4. The card downloads as a PDF with your photo, ABHA number, and QR code

How to Link Health Records

1. Log in to your ABHA account on the portal or app
2. Go to "Link Health Records"
3. Search for the hospital or health facility
4. The facility sends a link request; approve it
5. Your records from that facility appear in your ABHA timeline

Important Tips

1. Use Aadhaar for fastest creation — Aadhaar-based verification is instant; DL-based may take longer for manual checks
2. Keep your ABHA address memorable — You'll share this with hospitals, like an email address for health
3. Link records proactively — Ask ABDM-registered hospitals to link your visit records to your ABHA
4. Update mobile number — If your Aadhaar mobile changes, update it at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in first. See our Aadhaar guide for details
5. Privacy is in your hands — You can revoke any facility's access to your records anytime from your ABHA dashboard

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ABHA Health ID mandatory?

No. Creating an ABHA is completely voluntary. However, many government and private hospitals are now integrating with ABDM, making it useful for managing your medical records digitally.

Is there any fee to create ABHA?

No. ABHA creation is 100% free. Do not pay anyone claiming to create your ABHA for a fee.

What is the difference between ABHA number and ABHA address?

Your ABHA number is a 14-digit unique identifier (like Aadhaar for health). Your ABHA address (e.g., yourname@abdm) is a user-friendly username you use to share and receive health records.

Can I create ABHA without Aadhaar?

Yes. You can create ABHA using your Driving Licence. However, the Aadhaar method is faster and recommended.

Can I have multiple ABHA accounts?

No. Each person can have only one ABHA number. If you accidentally create a duplicate, contact the ABDM helpline to merge or delete the extra account.

How do I update my details in ABHA?

Log in to abha.abdm.gov.in, go to My Profile, and edit your details. Changes linked to Aadhaar (name, DOB) require Aadhaar update first.

What is the ABHA helpline number?

You can reach ABDM support at the toll-free number 1800-114-477 or email at ndhm@nha.gov.in.

Disclaimer: This guide is published by CitizenNest for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Government of India or ABDM. For official information, visit abha.abdm.gov.in. Verify all details on the official portal before proceeding.