Aadhaar Update History: How to Check & Download Aadhaar Update History Online?

By Adnan Ali

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Updated on: May 31st, 2025

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4 min read

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) offers a secure online service to access your Aadhaar update history. This feature enables you to review all demographic and biometric modifications made to your Aadhaar card, such as changes in name, address, or contact details. You can view and download your UIDAI Aadhaar update history in PDF format through the official UIDAI website or the mAadhaar app. 

What is Aadhaar Update History?

Aadhaar update history displays all crucial data related to an Aadhaar card’s updates since its allocation. An Aadhaar card holder can update/ change information in Aadhar such as name, email ID, address, photograph, Date of Birth, etc., by visiting the offline centre or logging into the official website. All such changes get recorded, which you can know easily by getting access to your Aadhaar card’s update history. 

So in case you detect any incomplete or incorrect information in your Aadhaar card, you can conveniently update it and get it corrected by following the appropriate procedure. 

Details Available on the Aadhaar Update History Document

Below is the list of details you can check using the Aadhaar update history provision.

Category Features
Update Request Number or URNA unique number assigned to Aadhaar card holders.
Aadhaar Update DateIt is the date when you raised the request for an Aadhaar update. 
The User’s PhotoThe cardholder's photograph is displayed in order to confirm his/her identity. 
Demographic InformationIt displays all details like gender, name, residential address, email Ids, contact number, etc.
Date and TimeIt is the time and date when you checked the history of your Aadhaar card’s updates.

How Can I Check My Aadhaar Update History?

UIDAI has recently introduced the provision of checking your Aadhaar update history online. It does not involve any complicated procedure; all you need to do is navigate to the official website of UIDAI (www.uidai.gov.in) and follow the instructions below:

Step 1: Click on “My Aadhaar” and then on the “Aadhaar update history” option available under the “Update Your Aadhaar” section. 

UIDAI Aadhaar update history

Step 2: Enter your Aadhaar details, like the 12-digit Aadhaar number or virtual ID, followed by the security code. If you are unable to provide this code accurately, you can click on "Try Another” to generate a new security code. 

UIDAI Aadhaar update history

Step 3: Click “Send OTP” to receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. You can also select TOTP and generate it from the mAadhaar application.

Step 4: Enter the OTP and click on “Submit”. You will be able to see your Aadhaar card’s updates on your screen. 

How Can I Download My Aadhaar Card History PDF?

You can follow these simple steps to download the PDF format of your Aadhaar card update history:

Step 1: Visit the official website of UIDAI and click on “My Aadhaar”. 
Step 2: Click the “Aadhaar Update History” under the “Update Aadhaar” section. Enter the details here and view all the updates you have made so far.=--=
Step 3: Now, on the extreme right-hand side of the “Aadhaar update history” page, click on the three vertical dots.
Step 4: Select the “Print” option to print it immediately or save it as PDF. For future reference, you can also take a screenshot of the Aadhaar update history webpage.

How Can I Check My Aadhaar Card Update Status?

The provision of checking your Aadhaar update status online on the official website of UIDAI is free. Here is the step-by-step guide you need to follow:

Step 1: Visit the official website of UIDAI and click “My Aadhaar” on the home page. Navigate to “Check Aadhaar Status” under the “Get Aadhaar” tab. 

heck Aadhaar Card Update Status

Step 2: Enter the Enrolment ID mentioned on the update acknowledgement slip.
Step 3: Enter the captcha code, and you will see the Aadhaar card update status in the following format:

  • Draft Stage 
  • Payment Stage 
  • Verification Stage 
  • Validation Stage 
  • Completed

However, in case you have lost the acknowledgement slip, you can check your Aadhaar status online by following these steps:

Step 1: Visit the website of myAadhaar to retrieve your enrolment number.
Step 2: In the required section, enter your name, mobile number, email address and security code to get an OTP on your registered mobile number.
Step 3: Now, enter the OTP and click the “Verify OTP” option.
Step 4: After verification, you will receive an enrolment number on your mobile number or email address. You can check the status of your Aadhaar by using this enrolment number. 

Things To Remember When Checking Aadhaar Update History

Below are some pointers you should keep in mind when you are checking your Aadhaar update history.

  • Make sure to link your mobile number with your Aadhaar to avail of this facility. 
  • The whole procedure is an online facility; therefore, you cannot visit the Aadhaar enrolment centre in your area to seek help.
  • You can use the 12-digit Aadhaar number or 16-digit Aadhaar virtual ID to check your Aadhaar update history.

The Aadhaar update history feature by UIDAI provides a secure way to track all changes made to your Aadhaar profile. Whether you need to verify modifications or download your Aadhaar update history PDF, this service ensures transparency. You can stay updated by checking your UIDAI Aadhaar update history regularly for accuracy and record-keeping.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can i open my Aadhaar card History PDF?

You can follow these simple steps to download the PDF format of your Aadhaar card update history: Step 1: Visit the official website of UIDAI and click on “My Aadhaar”. Step 2: Click the “Aadhaar Update History” under the “Update Aadhaar” section. Enter the details here and view all the updates you have made so far.

what is Aadhaar history?

The Aadhaar Authentication History service, available on the UIDAI website, offers Aadhaar holders to check last six months Aadhar update request for their card.  Each instance allows viewing a maximum of 50 records.

What details are shown in the Aadhaar update history?

The Aadhaar update history displays changes made to your Aadhaar profile, including demographic updates (name, address, gender, etc.), photo, and update request number (URN). It also shows the date and time of each update request. This helps users track modifications and maintain a record of updates.

 

What do I need to check my Aadhaar update history online?

To view your Aadhaar update history online, you need your 12-digit Aadhaar number or Virtual ID, a registered mobile number, and access to the UIDAI website or mAadhaar app. The system will send an OTP to your registered mobile for authentication. Once verified, you can view or download the complete update history.

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Adnan Ali

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I am a curious person, and Finance is at the top of my list of interests. With more than 5 years of experience in fintech, I am an expert in lending, investment and personal finance. I believe the Devil lies in details, so I dig a lot before writing anything and armed my writing pieces with figures and facts. Read more

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