Why might it be needed?
May be used for application updates, account recovery or OTP verification where the relevant service uses it. Mobile linking is not a universal requirement for every policy.
How to obtain it
Contact the chosen telecom operator through its official channel for a new connection or number-related service. Follow current identity-verification requirements and never share an OTP with an unsolicited caller.
State / UT differences
KYC and connection procedures depend on the operator and current Department of Telecommunications requirements.
Policies that reference this document
Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)
Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.
Mission Shakti
Government of India umbrella programme for women safety, security and empowerment. It has two sub-schemes: Sambal and Samarthya.
Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana
Mobile number may be relevant for application communication. Confirm the official application process.
National Scholarship Portal
Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.
One Stop Centre Scheme
A component under Mission Shakti that provides coordinated support to women affected by violence and distress.
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
Mobile number may be useful for banking access and communication. Verify scheme-specific requirements.
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
A centrally sponsored maternity benefit scheme providing financial support to eligible pregnant and lactating women, including compensation for wage loss and support for maternal and child health.
Right to Information Act, 2005
Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.
UDID – Unique Disability ID
Starter relationship only. Verify exact policy-specific requirements from current official guidance before publication.