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Your First 30 Days

IndiaStep-by-step checklist for your first month

Educational information only — not legal advice. Verify all details with official sources. Laws and conditions change frequently.

Days 1–3: Land Safe

  • 1.Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) or Chhatrapati Shivaji (Mumbai) — immigration processes returning Indian nationals
  • 2.Get a Jio, Airtel, or Vi (Vodafone Idea) SIM at the airport or any authorized outlet — requires your Aadhaar or passport

Days 4–7: Get Connected

  • 3.Contact family networks in your home state — Indian regional, caste, and linguistic community ties are essential support
  • 4.Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra to update your Aadhaar card (biometric national ID) — foundational document for all services

Week 2: Documents & Stability

  • 5.Your Aadhaar is linked to bank accounts, SIM cards, healthcare, and government services — top priority
  • 6.Open a bank account at State Bank of India (SBI), Punjab National Bank, or any public sector bank using your Aadhaar

Week 3–4: Start Rebuilding

  • 7.Register with the nearest employment exchange or use the National Career Service (NCS) portal for job placement
  • 8.Enroll in Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) if eligible for free public healthcare coverage

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