To check all mobile numbers linked with your Aadhaar card, visit tafcop.sancharsaathi.gov.in, enter your 10-digit mobile number, validate the OTP, and the portal shows every SIM registered in your name. Any unauthorized number can be reported for disconnection directly from the same portal.
What Is TAFCOP and Why Does It Matter?
TAFCOP (Telecom Analytics for Fraud Management and Consumer Protection) is an official portal launched by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to protect Indian consumers from SIM swapping and SIM swap fraud. Fraudsters counterfeit ID proofs and acquire SIM cards in someone else’s name — a growing problem that enables OTP fraud and dual SIM fraud.
Through TAFCOP, any subscriber with more than 9 connections registered on their Aadhaar receives an automatic SMS alert. The portal is available at the Sanchar Saathi platform.
How to Check Mobile Numbers Linked with Aadhaar Card
- Go to tafcop.sancharsaathi.gov.in.
- Enter your 10-digit mobile number in the field shown and request the OTP.
- Enter the OTP received on your phone and click Login.
- After validation, the portal displays a list of all mobile numbers registered against your Aadhaar details.
- Review the list for any numbers you do not recognize.
How to Report an Unauthorized SIM Card on TAFCOP
- Visit the Sanchar Saathi portal.
- Log in using your mobile number and OTP.
- In the list of connections, check the box next to any number that is not yours.
- Select “This is not my number” to report it for disconnection.
- If a number is valid but no longer needed, select “Not Required”.
- Click Report to submit.
Once reported, the telecom operator reviews and disconnects the unauthorized connection within 60 days (outgoing services suspended within 30 days, incoming within 45 days).
What Is the Purpose of TAFCOP?
The TAFCOP portal serves six main functions for Indian telecom users:
- Check mobile connections: See how many SIMs are registered under your Aadhaar number.
- Flag unauthorized connections: Report SIM cards you did not register.
- Report fraud: Alert telecom authorities to fraudulent mobile connections.
- Manage connections: Confirm only active, authorized SIMs remain on your account.
- Improve security: Detect misuse of your personal information in telecom registrations.
- Raise complaints: Submit formal complaints about SIM-related discrepancies.
What Is a TAFCOP Mobile Number Check?
A TAFCOP mobile number check (also called a TAFCOP Aadhaar check) verifies how many mobile numbers are currently linked to your Aadhaar card. It lets you confirm whether any telecom operator has registered a SIM in your name without your knowledge — a common step in SIM swap fraud and identity theft schemes.
How to Link Your Aadhaar Card with TAFCOP
- Visit the TAFCOP website.
- Go to the “Keep Yourself Aware” tab.
- Enter your mobile number and complete the captcha.
- Enter the OTP received on your mobile to verify.
Verification Guidelines for New Mobile Subscribers
Understanding how SIMs are legitimately issued helps you spot unauthorized registrations. The standard process is:
- Document submission: A photo, proof of identity (POI), and proof of address (POA) must be submitted with the CAF form at the point of sale.
- Document verification: The SIM dealer verifies copies against originals and confirms the customer’s information.
- SIM activation: The operator enters and verifies all customer data before activating the SIM.
- Remote verification: After activation, the customer completes a remote verification call to confirm identity.
- SIM sale regulations: Selling an active SIM card without proper procedure results in a Rs. 50,000 fine and SIM lock.
What to Do If You Find an Unauthorized SIM in Your Name
Report it on the TAFCOP portal immediately (steps above). Then take these additional steps:
- File a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in or call the national cyber crime helpline 1930.
- Check whether your bank accounts linked to the compromised number have been accessed without authorization.
- Lock your Aadhaar biometric data to prevent further misuse.
- If funds have been stolen, contact a cyber expert in India for an urgent investigation.
Common Questions About TAFCOP
What is the TAFCOP website? The official website is tafcop.sancharsaathi.gov.in.
My details are not showing on the portal. What should I do? Wait a few minutes. Server delays are common during peak hours. Try again after 10–15 minutes.
What are the timelines for disconnection after I report a number? Outgoing services are suspended within 30 days; incoming within 45 days; full disconnection if re-verification fails within 60 days.
Can I check SIMs linked to someone else’s Aadhaar? No. The portal only displays numbers linked to the Aadhaar associated with the mobile number you use to log in.
