Here’s How To Update Details In Aadhaar

As most of us know, Aadhaar is a unique 12-digit identification number issued to the Indian citizens. It is often used as proof of identity as part of know your customer (KYC) for various purposes.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has been urging citizens to update their address details for some time, though it is not mandatory. Recently, it extended the deadline for free of cost Aadhaar updation to June 14, 2025, from the previous deadline of December 14, 2024. After this date, updation will incur a fee.

Therefore, it is crucial to update any changes in Aadhaar details, if there are any, to ensure accurate records and avoid discrepancies in transactions and possibilities of misuse.

Steps To Update Aadhaar Details Online

1. Go to the official UIDAI site. Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP sent to the registered mobile number

2. Click on the ‘Document update’ option, and verify the details

3. Select the relevant option for the detail that needs to be changed from the drop-down menu

4. Upload copies of the relevant documents in the prescribed format. Click ‘Submit’

5. Save or note down the update request number (URN) for future reference

6. The update is, typically, processed within 30 days

Steps To Update Aadhaar Details Offline

1. Visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre and submit the relevant documents for the changes you want to make

2. The documents are verified during the submission process. An acknowledgment receipt will be issued after your request

3. The updates are generally completed within 30 days of the submission. You can track the application online using URN

When Should You Update Aadhaar Details?

• If 10 years have elapsed after the issue of Aadhaar

• Change in name after marriage or otherwise

• Change in address

• Incorrect information printed on Aadhaar

• Details printed in a language other than the preferred language of the Aadhaar holder

• Biometric details update in the case of children when they turn five years old, and again after 10 years when they are 15 years old

• Any other circumstance leading to biometric update, such as accident and disability

Charges For Updation

• The updation charge can range from Rs 50 to Rs 100

• The charge is Rs 50 for updating demographic information, such as name, gender, date of birth, email address, mobile number, or a combination of these

• It is Rs 100 for biometric updation for a person aged 17 years and above