Fix Oasis Aadhaar Not Seeded Error: 2026 NPCI Mapping Guide

The “Aadhaar Not Seeded” error means your bank account isn’t linked to the NPCI Mapper for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). To fix this, visit your bank and submit a “DBT Consent Form.” Simply linking your Aadhaar for KYC is not the same as NPCI seeding.

The Real Reason Your Payment is Stuck

In 2026, many students confuse Aadhaar Linking with Aadhaar Seeding.

• Linking: Allows the bank to verify your identity (KYC).
• Seeding (NPCI Mapping): Allows the Government of West Bengal to send scholarship funds directly to your account via your Aadhaar number.

If you have multiple bank accounts, the money will always go to the one “Active” on the NPCI Mapper. If no account is active, the Oasis portal will trigger the “Not Seeded” rejection.

How to Check Your Live Seeding Status (Official Method)

Before going to the bank, verify your status using these two 2026-verified methods:

• The USSD Code: From your Aadhaar-linked mobile number, dial *99*99*1#. You will receive a popup showing which bank is currently mapped to your Aadhaar.
• The UIDAI Portal: Visit the official Aadhaar Status page, enter your 12-digit UID, and check the “Bank Seeding Status.” It should say “Active.”

Step-by-Step Fix: The “Bank Consent” Process

If the check shows “Not Seeded” or an old, closed bank account, follow these steps immediately:

1. Visit Your Bank Branch: Go to the branch where you have your Oasis-linked account.
2. Request the “NPCI Mapping Form”: Ask the clerk specifically for the “Annexure-1 / DBT Consent Form.” Do not just ask for “Aadhaar link”—be specific about NPCI Seeding.
3. Submit with Passbook: Attach a photocopy of your Aadhaar card and the first page of your bank passbook.
4. Ask for “Organic Seeding”: Ensure the bank official selects the option to “Map my Aadhaar to NPCI for receiving Government Benefits.”

Critical Timeline: When will Oasis Status Update?

Once the bank completes the process, it does not reflect on the Oasis portal instantly.

• Bank to NPCI Update: 48 to 72 hours.
• NPCI to Oasis Portal Sync: 7 to 14 working days.

Why “Aadhaar Seeding” Fails in 2026

• Aadhaar Name Mismatch: If your name is “Arpan Mukherjee” on the portal but “A. Mukherjee” in the bank, the NPCI mapper will reject the link.
• Dormant Accounts: If you haven’t used your account for 6 months, it becomes inactive. Seeding will fail on a dormant account.
• Multiple Seedings: If you recently linked your Aadhaar to a new bank account (e.g., Airtel Payments Bank), the NPCI mapper might have shifted your “Active” status there.