SIM Card: In today's time, almost everyone has a mobile phone, for which SIM card is necessary. But have you ever wondered how many SIM cards can be taken on one Aadhaar card? And if more are taken, what can be the consequences? Let's know...

SIM Card: If you are also an Aadhaar card holder, then this news is for you. This card is considered one of the most important documents in today's time. It not only gives proof of our identity, but also comes in handy in important works like getting a SIM card. However, now a fixed limit has been set for issuing SIM cards on Aadhaar card.

If a person takes more than the prescribed limit, then he may have to face legal action. In such a situation, it should be known how much limit has been set, and if you have also got a SIM card issued with Aadhaar card many times, then let us know how you can find out.

How many SIM cards can be purchased on one Aadhaar card?

According to the rules of the Government of India, you can have a maximum of 9 SIM cards on one Aadhaar card. At the same time, this limit increases to 18 for machine-to-machine (M2M) services. M2M services are especially used for device connectivity, such as smart home gadgets and IoT systems used in vehicles.

What will happen if you buy more than 9 SIM cards?

SIM card may be blocked: TRAI and the Department of Telecommunications have warned that additional SIM cards may be blocked to protect identity.

You may become a victim of fraud: Misuse of multiple SIM cards can promote cyber fraud or other illegal activities, which can make you responsible.

Legal action: If the SIM card registered in your name is used for any illegal work, then you may have to face legal action.

Customer verification: TRAI and the Department of Telecommunications check SIM card customer verification from time to time. If the number of SIM cards on your Aadhaar card is found to be more than the prescribed limit, you may receive a notice.

How to check how many SIM cards are registered in your name?

Go to the TAFCOP website.

Enter your mobile number.

After OTP verification, a list of all SIM cards registered in your name will be visible.