Aadhaar Card Update: Online & Offline Steps, Fees, Documents

You can update your Aadhaar card online for address and mobile number through the myAadhaar portal or the Aadhaar App. Name, date of birth, gender, email ID, photograph and biometrics need a visit to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre.

Below: what each channel can change, documents required, step-by-step instructions, the current UIDAI fees, how to track an SRN, and why updates get rejected.

Aadhaar Card Update: Overview

Address and document updates can be done online, mobile number updates work through the Aadhaar App, and every other change is offline only.

Aadhaar Card Update at a Glance
Particulars	Details
Online updates	Address and POI/POA document update on myAadhaar
Aadhaar App	Address and mobile number update with Face Authentication
Centre updates	Name, date of birth, gender, email ID, photograph and biometrics
Online document update	Free until 14 June 2027
Update tracking	Service Request Number (SRN) or Update Request Number (URN)
Update fee	Rs 75 for demographic or document update; Rs 125 for biometric update, subject to exemptions

Which Aadhaar Details Can Be Updated?

You can update both demographic and biometric details, but only a few demographic fields are available online.

Demographic Details: Where Each Update Works
Update Type	myAadhaar Portal	Aadhaar App	Aadhaar Seva Kendra
Address	Yes	Yes	Yes
Name	No	No	Yes
Date of birth	No	No	Yes
Gender	No	No	Yes
Mobile number	No	Yes	Yes
Email ID	No	No	Yes
POI and POA document update	Yes	No	Yes

Biometric Details: Where Each Update Works
Update Type	myAadhaar Portal	Aadhaar App	Offline Only
Photograph	No	No	Yes
Fingerprints	No	No	Yes
Iris scans	No	No	Yes

Documents Required for Aadhaar Card Update

The documents depend on which detail you are changing, and the full list is published on the UIDAI website.

Identity proof: Voter ID, passport, PAN card, driving licence and similar documents.

Relationship proof: pension card, MNREGA job card, passport, PDS card and similar documents.

Date of birth proof: birth certificate, SSLC certificate, passport, PAN card and similar documents.

Address proof: ration card, bank passbook or statement, voter ID, insurance policy, and category certificates issued by the Central or State government.

If your voter ID is your address proof, the EPIC number guide shows where to find the number on it.

How to Update Aadhaar Card Online on the myAadhaar Portal

Log in to the myAadhaar portal with an OTP, choose Address Update or Document Update, upload the proof and submit. Document updates are free until 14 June 2027, after which the online fee is Rs 50 and the centre fee is Rs 75.

Open the portal

Go to the official myAadhaar website.

Click Login, enter your Aadhaar number and captcha, and choose Login with OTP.

Enter the OTP

Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and click Login.

Choose the update

Select Address Update to change your residential address with a valid POA, or Document Update to upload fresh POI and POA documents.

Upload documents

Enter or verify the details, upload the supporting documents and click Next.

Preview, pay and submit

Preview the updated details, pay the applicable fee if any and click Submit.

Save the SRN

Save the Service Request Number or download the acknowledgement receipt. You need it to track the request.

How to Update Aadhaar Using the Aadhaar App

The Aadhaar App updates your address and mobile number after verifying you with Face Authentication. Log in with your 6-digit PIN and open the Services section.

Aadhaar App Address Update: Two Methods
Method	What You Do
Using documents	Enter the new address, upload a valid POA, complete Face Authentication and pay the Rs 75 fee
Using Head of Family (HoF)	Enter the HoF's Aadhaar number, complete verification and Face Authentication, pay Rs 75; the HoF approves the request in their own Aadhaar App

Review the details, submit, and download the acknowledgement with your SRN.

How to Change Your Mobile Number in Aadhaar

Use the Aadhaar App with Face Authentication to update your Aadhaar-registered mobile number, provided you can still receive an OTP on the number you want to change from.

Open the app

Open the Aadhaar App and complete Face Authentication.

Pick the service

Select Mobile Number Update under Services.

Enter the new number

Enter the new mobile number and complete the OTP verification.

Face Authentication and fee

Complete Face Authentication again and pay the applicable fee.

Save the SRN

Keep the SRN to track the request.

If you have lost access to your registered number, or no number is registered with Aadhaar, you must visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre.

How to Change the Address in Your Aadhaar Card

Change your Aadhaar address online through myAadhaar or the Aadhaar App by submitting a valid Proof of Address, or through the Head of Family method if you live with family.

You enter the address in English and the system transliterates it into your selected regional language. Review and edit that version before you submit, because a submitted request cannot be edited.

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How to Update Name, Date of Birth, Gender and Photo in Aadhaar

These updates cannot be done online or through the Aadhaar App, and need an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre visit with original documents.

Offline-Only Aadhaar Updates
Update	Document Needed	Limit
Name (including after marriage)	Proof of Identity	Normally twice; further changes need the UIDAI exception process
Date of birth	Proof of Date of Birth	Once; further correction needs an exception process
Gender	Proof of Identity	Once; further correction needs an exception process
Photograph	None generally required	No limit prescribed by UIDAI
Mobile number or email ID	None generally required	Biometric verification is carried out

How to Update Aadhaar Card Offline

Visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorised Enrolment Centre, submit the update form with original documents, and collect your acknowledgement. You can book an appointment on the myAadhaar portal to cut the waiting time.

Find a centre

Locate the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Seva Kendra through the UIDAI website or myAadhaar portal, and book a slot if available.

Carry original documents

Take the originals for the update you want: POI for a name change, proof of date of birth for a DOB change, POA for an address change.

Fill the form

Fill the Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Form and hand it over with the documents.

Verification

The operator verifies your details, scans the originals, captures biometrics if needed and returns your documents on the spot.

Pay and collect the receipt

Pay the fee and collect the acknowledgement with your URN or SRN.

Charges for Aadhaar Card Update

A demographic or document update costs Rs 75 at a centre, a biometric update costs Rs 125, and online document updates are free until 14 June 2027.

Official Aadhaar Update Charges
Update Type	Official Charge
Document update (POI and POA) on myAadhaar	Free until 14 June 2027
Document update at Enrolment Centre or Seva Kendra	Rs 75
Demographic update (name, DOB, gender, address, mobile, email) done separately	Rs 75
Demographic update done along with a biometric update	Free
Biometric update (photograph, fingerprints, iris)	Rs 125, subject to mandatory-update exemptions
Mandatory biometric update	Free in the applicable age bands

How to Track Your Aadhaar Update and Download the Updated e-Aadhaar

Track the request with your SRN or URN on the myAadhaar portal. Most online and app requests finish within 3 to 15 working days, and usually no later than 30 days.

Once UIDAI approves the update, log in to myAadhaar and download the updated e-Aadhaar PDF. Keep the acknowledgement until the status shows completed.

Why an Aadhaar Update Gets Rejected

Most rejections come from details that do not match the supporting document, or from documents UIDAI cannot read or accept.

Aadhaar Update Rejection Reasons and Fixes
Reason for Rejection	Fix
Incorrect or mismatched information	Match every detail to the supporting document before you submit
Invalid or unclear documents	Upload clear copies of documents on the UIDAI accepted list
Missing required documents	Attach every mandatory document for the update you requested
Biometric or authentication failure	Retry the verification or visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra
Wrong update process	Follow the UIDAI procedure for that detail and resubmit

Aadhaar Link With PAN, Bank Account and Udyog Aadhaar

Update Aadhaar first if your name or date of birth is wrong there, then fix the link, because a mismatch between Aadhaar and PAN can block the PAN Aadhaar link.

The PAN card download guide explains how to check your PAN Aadhaar link status, and the PAN correction guide covers fixing the PAN side.

Udyog Aadhaar is a different thing. It was a business registration for small enterprises and has been replaced by Udyam Registration on the official Udyam portal, so it cannot be updated through myAadhaar.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Aadhaar Card Update

How do I update my Aadhaar card online?

Log in to the myAadhaar portal with your Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile, choose Address Update or Document Update, upload the supporting document, pay the fee if applicable, and save the Service Request Number (SRN). Only address and POI/POA document updates work online.

Which Aadhaar details can I update online?

You can update your address and your Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents on the myAadhaar portal, and your address and mobile number through the Aadhaar App. Name, date of birth, gender, email ID, photograph and biometrics need an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre.

How do I change my mobile number in Aadhaar?

Open the Aadhaar App, complete Face Authentication, select Mobile Number Update, enter the new number, verify it with an OTP, complete Face Authentication again and pay the applicable fee. If you cannot access your existing registered number, or none is registered, you must visit an Aadhaar centre.

How do I change the address in my Aadhaar card online?

Log in to the myAadhaar portal, select Address Update, enter the new address, upload a valid Proof of Address document, preview the details, pay the fee if applicable and submit. Through the Aadhaar App you can also use the Head of Family method, where the HoF approves the request from their own app.

How do I update my name in Aadhaar?

Visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre with a valid Proof of Identity, fill the update form and complete biometric verification. UIDAI normally permits a name update twice, and further changes need the prescribed exception process with supporting documents.

How do I update my date of birth in Aadhaar?

Visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre with an acceptable Proof of Date of Birth, such as a birth certificate, SSLC certificate, passport or PAN card. A date of birth update is allowed once, and any further correction goes through a UIDAI exception process.

Can I update my Aadhaar photograph online?

No. The photograph is captured at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Enrolment Centre as part of a biometric update. UIDAI does not prescribe a limit on the number of photograph updates.

What is the fee for an Aadhaar update?

A demographic or document update costs Rs 75 at a centre, and a biometric update costs Rs 125, subject to applicable exemptions. Document updates on the myAadhaar portal are free until 14 June 2027, after which Rs 50 applies online.

Is the Aadhaar document update free?

Yes, uploading fresh Proof of Identity and Proof of Address on the myAadhaar portal is free until 14 June 2027. The same update at a physical centre costs Rs 75.

Is a demographic update free if I also update biometrics?

Yes. A demographic update done along with a biometric update carries no separate charge, and only the biometric fee applies where it is not exempt. Mandatory biometric updates are free in the applicable age bands.

How long does an Aadhaar update take?

Most online and Aadhaar App update requests are processed within 3 to 15 working days and usually no later than 30 days. The time depends on the type of update and document verification.

How do I check my Aadhaar update status?

Use the Service Request Number (SRN) or Update Request Number (URN) from your acknowledgement on the myAadhaar portal to track the request. Save the receipt at the time of submission, because the number cannot be recovered without it.

Will my Aadhaar number change after an update?

No. Your 12-digit Aadhaar number stays the same after any demographic or biometric update.

Can I edit an Aadhaar update request after submitting it?

No. A submitted request cannot be edited. If you entered wrong information, submit a fresh request after the current one is processed or rejected.

Do I need to provide my old details when updating Aadhaar?

Yes. UIDAI needs your existing details to verify your identity and process the update accurately.

Can I enter my Aadhaar address in a regional language?

Yes. You enter the address in English online, and the system transliterates it into your selected regional language, which you can review and edit before submitting.

Do I need to carry original documents to the Aadhaar centre?

Yes. The operator scans your original documents and returns them immediately after verification.

Why was my Aadhaar update rejected?

Common causes are details that do not match the document, unclear or invalid documents, missing mandatory documents, a biometric or authentication failure, or following the wrong update process. Correct the issue and resubmit, or visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra for help.

How do I download my e-Aadhaar after the update?

Once UIDAI approves the request, log in to the myAadhaar portal and download the updated e-Aadhaar PDF. Its password is generally the first four letters of your name in capitals followed by your birth year, so check the instructions on the download page.

Is the mAadhaar app the same as the Aadhaar App?

UIDAI's official app has been refreshed over time, and the current version supports Face Authentication for address and mobile number updates. Install the app only from the link given on the UIDAI website, and avoid unofficial apps that ask for your Aadhaar details.

Is Udyog Aadhaar the same as an Aadhaar card?

No. Udyog Aadhaar was a business registration for small enterprises and has been replaced by Udyam Registration on the official Udyam portal. It has nothing to do with your personal 12-digit Aadhaar and cannot be updated on myAadhaar.

Should I link my Aadhaar to PAN after updating it?

Your PAN must be linked to Aadhaar to stay operative, and a name or date of birth mismatch between the two can block the link. Update Aadhaar first if the mismatch is on that side, then check your PAN Aadhaar link status on the Income Tax e-Filing portal.

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Disclaimer: Update processes, fees, and free-update deadlines are set by UIDAI and are subject to change. Always confirm current details on the official UIDAI website (uidai.gov.in) or the myAadhaar portal before paying or submitting a request. Fermor is not affiliated with UIDAI.

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