*The Virtual ID is a random 16-digit number.*The ID can be generated as many time as possible.*The older ID gets automatically cancelled once a fresh one is generated.*Users can go to the UIDAI website to generate their virtual ID which will be valid for a defined period of time, or till the user decides to change it.*The ID, along with the biometrics of the user, would give any authorised agency, like a mobile company, limited details like name, address and photograph, which are enough for any verification.*Agencies that undertake authentication would not be allowed to generate the Virtual ID on behalf of the user.*UIDAI also introduced the concept of ' limited KYC ', which will provide need-based or limited details of a user to an authorised agency providing a particular service.*The Aadhaar-issuing body will start accepting the 'Virtual ID' from March 1, 2018.*The 'Virtual ID' will be made compulsory for all agencies undertaking authentication from June 1, 2018.*Agencies failing to meet the above deadline will be faced with financial disincentives.