Aadhaar Card Update - How to Update Aadhaar Card Online and Offline?

Knowing how to update Aadhaar card is important as a timely Aadhaar card update helps avoid issues during identity verification. You can update Aadhaar card online through the myAadhaar portal or Aadhaar App, while other changes require an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

How to Update Aadhaar Card - Overview

Which Details can be Updated?

An Aadhaar card update allows you to update both demographic and biometric details based on your requirements. UIDAI provides the option to update Aadhaar card online for certain demographic details.

I. Demographic Details

II. Biometric Details

Documents Required For Aadhaar Card Update

The documents required for Aadhaar card update depend on the information you want to modify. The detailed list of documents could be checked on the official portal of UIDAI.

Below we are providing the list of some documents required to update Aadhaar card online and offline:

• Identity Proof: Voter ID/ Passport/ PAN Card/Driving Licence, etc.
• Relationship Proof: Pension Card/  MNREGA Job Card/ Passport/PDS Card, etc.
• Date of Birth Proof: Birth certificate/SSLC certificate/passport/PAN card, etc.
• Address Proof: Ration Card/ ST/ SC/ OBC Certificate issued by Central Govt./ State Govt/ Bank Passbook or Statement/ Voter ID/ Insurance Policy etc.

How to do Aadhaar Card Update Online?

You can update Aadhaar card online through the myAadhaar portal or the official Aadhaar App, depending on the type of update you want to make. While the myAadhaar portal allows address and document updates, the Aadhaar App also supports eligible mobile number updates using Face Authentication.

I. myAadhaar Portal

The last date to upload Proof of Identity (POI) and Proof of Address (POA) documents for free on the myAadhaar portal is 14 June 2027. If an individual does not update their documents before 14 June 2027, they will need to pay a fee of ₹50 for online updates on the myAadhaar portal or ₹75 for updates at a physical Aadhaar Seva Kendra/Enrolment Centre.

Step 1: Visit the myAadhaar website.

Step 2: Click 'Login', enter your Aadhaar number and captcha code, and click 'Login with OTP'.

Step 3: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number and click 'Login'.

Step 4: Select the type of update you want to make:

• Address Update: Update your residential address by uploading a valid Proof of Address (POA) document.
• Document Update: Upload fresh Proof of Identity (POI) and/or Proof of Address (POA) documents to keep your Aadhaar records updated.

Step 5: Enter or verify the required details, upload the supporting document(s) and click 'Next'.

Step 6: Preview the updated details, pay the applicable fee (if any) and click 'Submit'.

Step 7: Save the generated Service Request Number (SRN) or download the acknowledgement receipt to track the status of your update request.

After verification by UIDAI, you can check the status of your request using the SRN on the myAadhaar portal.

II. Aadhaar App

You can also update your Aadhaar address and mobile number through the official Aadhaar App. The app uses Face Authentication to verify your identity before processing the update request.

A. For Address Update

Step 1: Download and open the official Aadhaar App and log in using your 6-digit PIN.

Step 2: Go to the Services section and select Address Update.

Step 3: Choose one of the available address update methods:

• Using Documents: Enter your new address, upload a valid Proof of Address (POA) document, complete Face Authentication and pay the applicable fee.
• Using Head of Family (HoF): Enter the Head of Family's Aadhaar number, complete Face Authentication and submit the request. The HoF must approve the request in their Aadhaar App.

Step 4: Review the updated address details and submit the request.

Step 5: Download the acknowledgement receipt containing the Service Request Number (SRN) to track your application status.

B. For Mobile Number Update

Step 1: Open the Aadhaar App and complete Face Authentication.

Step 2: Select Mobile Number Update under the Services section.

Step 3: Enter the new mobile number and complete the required OTP verification.

Step 4: Complete Face Authentication and pay the applicable fee.

Step 5: Save the generated SRN to track the request.

Note:

• If you do not have access to your Aadhaar-registered mobile number or your Aadhaar does not have a registered mobile number, you must visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
• Name, date of birth, gender, photograph and biometric updates can only be completed at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

How to do Aadhaar Card Update Offline?

You can update all demographic and biometric details by visiting an authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK). You can also book an appointment online through the myAadhaar portal to reduce waiting time at the centre.

Follow the steps below for Aadhaar card update offline:

Step 1: Locate your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra through the UIDAI website or myAadhaar portal. If available, book an appointment online for your preferred date and time.

Step 2: Carry the original supporting documents required for the type of Aadhaar update you want to make, such as:

• Name Update (including name change after marriage): Proof of Identity (POI).
• Date of Birth Update: Proof of Date of Birth (DoB).
• Address Update: Proof of Address (POA).
• Mobile number or Email ID Update: No supporting document is generally required, but biometric verification will be carried out.
• Biometric Update: Visit the centre for biometric capture.

Step 3: Fill out the Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Form and submit it along with the required documents to the operator.

Step 4: The operator will verify your details, scan your original documents and capture your biometrics (if required). Your original documents will be returned immediately after scanning.

Step 5: Pay the applicable update fee and collect the acknowledgement receipt containing the Update Request Number (URN) or Service Request Number (SRN). You can use this number to track the status of your Aadhaar update request online.

Once your request is verified and approved by UIDAI, you can download the updated e-Aadhaar from the myAadhaar portal or use the URN/SRN to check the status of your Aadhaar card update request.

Charges for Aadhaar Card Update

Charges for different types of Aadhaar card update is given below:

Reasons for Aadhaar Update Rejection

The following table highlights the common reasons why an Aadhaar card update request may be rejected and the steps to resolve them.

Keep your Aadhaar details updated whenever your personal or biometric information changes. Ensure you submit the correct documents, pay the applicable fee and track your request using the URN or SRN until the Aadhaar card update is completed.