Yes, you can take admission in Class 8 with a birth certificate , even if you don’t have an Aadhaar card. The Supreme Court and Government of India have clarified that Aadhaar is not mandatory for school admissions, so no child can be denied education for not having it . Schools generally accept a birth certificate as valid proof of age and identity. Some state systems may encourage Aadhaar for records, but it’s not compulsory. If required, you can submit Aadhaar later once it’s issued.