Aadhaar Card Update or Correction Online & Offline

You can update/change the demographic details on your Aadhaar card online anytime-anywhere through the official UIDAI website. However, your mobile number should be linked with your Aadhaar card to avail the update/correction facility online.

What Details can be Updated in the Aadhaar Card Online

As per the latest developments, you can get the following changed/updated in your Aadhaar card online through the official UIDAI website:

• Address 
• Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents (free of cost; if not updated in the past ten years)

How to Update Aadhar Card Online

A person can change his/her address and update proof of identity and proof of address documents on the Aadhaar card online. In order to change/update/correct the details of your Aadhaar card online, follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Login to the Aadhaar Self Service Update Portal using your Aadhaar number and OTP received on your registered mobile number

Step 2: Click on the “Update Address in your Aadhaar” option

Step 3: Select the type of online Aadhaar update, that is, whether you want to do a document-based address update or Head of Family (HOF)-based address update

Step 4: Enter the required address details 

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of original supporting documents for address update

Step 6: Pay an update fee of Rs. 50 using debit/credit card or via net banking

Step 7: You will get the Service Request Number that can be used to track the update request 

Step 8: Once your request is verified by UIDAI’s internal quality check operators, where your demographic data is matched with the supporting documents, you will receive an SMS notification containing the Enrolment ID

Step 9: After a few more validations by the backend software, your request processing will be completed and you will receive an SMS notification about the outcome. 

Update requests are generally completed within 30 days. Once updated, you can download the updated version and get your Aadhar card print out.

People who are not proficient in using internet can go for Aadhar card update offline. For this, they have to visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra. You can find more details about such facilitation centres here. 

What Details can be Changed in the Aadhaar Card Offline

All demographic data including your name, date of birth, gender, address, mobile number and email id as well as your biometrics data can be updated/changed by visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

One should take the required documents for most of the demographic data update. No document is required for updating the biometrics, mobile number and email ID.

To update Aadhaar Card offline, you can either walk-in directly to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or book an appointment online to have a more hassle-free experience. Click to find out more about how to book an Aadhar card update appointment online.

Aadhaar Card Update/Correction Form Online

In case you have not booked an Aadhaar card update/correction appointment online, you can download the relevant Aadhar card form/Aadhar card correction form online based on your residential status and age.

Fill up the form and submit it along with the necessary documents and fees at the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Click to know more details about Aadhar card forms.

Steps to Update Aadhaar Card by Visiting Enrolment Centre

You can update Aadhar Card details by visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Here is how you can do it easily:

1. Fill the Aadhaar card correction form i.e.
   https://uidai.gov.in/en/my-aadhaar/downloads/enrolment-and-update-forms.html (Aadhaar card correction form)
2. Attach self-attested copies of proof validating your update request and submit the Aadhar correction form/Aadhar card update form along with documents.
3. You need to pay a fee for every such visit to the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for update or correction.

Moreover, you can also visit various banks to update your Aadhaar card. For example, Axis Bank Aadhar card update allows you to make changes in your Aadhaar Card by visiting the nearest Axis Bank branch that provide Aadhaar services.

• Each time you make a demographic update/correction in your Aadhaar card online or offline, you are required to pay a fee of Rs. 50.
• When you update your biometrics by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, you need to pay a fee of Rs. 100.
• Whether you update one field or many, charges for the Aadhaar Update will be Rs. 100 (if you are also updating biometrics) or Rs. 50 (if only demographics details are being updated)
• As per the latest information, you can update your Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents free of cost till 14th December, 2024.

The documents that are required for updating/correcting Aadhaar card in case of Resident Indians are:

Supported Proof of Identity (PoI) Documents Containing Name and Photo for the Correction in Name

Passport	PAN card		ECHS Photo card
Voter Identification card	Driving licence of the applicant		Photo identity cards issued by the Government of India
Service photo ID cards issued by PSUs	Legally approved name change certificate		Either Ration or PDS Photo card.
Licence of Arms	Photo Bank ATM card		Photo Credit card
Photo card of the Pensioner	Photo card of the Freedom Fighter		Kisan Photo Passbook
Photo card of CGHS	Certificate of Marriage		Job card of NREGS
Applicant’s proof of marriage document issued originally by the marriage Registrar	Photo identification that is issued by some Recognised Educational Institution		Handicapped medical certificate or a disability Identification card
Identity Certificate containing the photo of the applicant on a proper letterhead and is issued by either the Gazetted Officer or the Tehsildar		Residing Address card of the applicant that contains both the name and photo that was originally issued by the Department of Posts

Supported Proof of Address (PoA) Documents Required for Aadhaar Card Updating or Correction

Account statement or passbook of the Post Office	Statement of bank in which the applicant holds an account		Passbook of bank where the applicant is an account-holder
Passport	Ration Card		Voter Identification card
Driving licence of the applicant	Government-issued Photo identity card		PSU issued Service photo ID card
Previous 3 months’ electricity bill	Water bill not more than 3 months old		Previous three months’ telephone landline bill
Spouse’s or partner’s passport	Last three months’ Credit Card statement		Insurance policy
Photo and a letter signed by bank on letterhead	Signed letter and photo on the letterhead of the company issued by the registered office		Photo and signed letter issued by a well-known educational enterprise on their letterhead
Job card of NREGS	Arms licence		Pensioner card
Freedom fighter card	Kisan passbook		CGHS card
Registered agreement for sale, lease or rent of the applicant’s residential address	Receipt showing the Property Tax of the last 3 months		Address Certificate issued by the Village Panchayat head or any authority equivalent to them for rural areas
Assessment order of the Income Tax	Registration certificate of vehicle		ECHS card
Photo and address card by the Department of Posts	Caste and Domicile certificate along with a photo that the State Government has issued		For minors, parents’ passport is required
Address certificate along with a photo on their letterhead that is issued either by an MP, MLA, Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar		Previous 3 month’s bill of gas connection. Either a handicapped medical certificate or a disability Identification card that is issued by either a State Government, UT Government or any Administrations

Supported Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) Documents for Updating or Correction

Birth Certificate	Certificate/SSLC Book	Passport of the applicant
Pension Payment Order (Central or State)	PAN Card	Marksheet issued by a Government Board/University
Photo ID card containing DOB, issued by recognized Educational Institution	An ID Card or certificate having photo and DOB duly signed and issued by a Government authority	Government Photo Id Card or  PSU issued ID card or Photo Identity Proof or which contains DoB
Date of birth Certificate on their letterhead issued by either the Tehsildar or the Gazetted Officer	Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme Photo Identity card or Central Government Health Service Scheme Photo Card	School Leaving Certificate (SLC)/School Transfer Certificate (TC) having name and DOB
Extract of School Records issued by Head of School containing DOB, name and photo	Certificate of Identity containing name, date of birth and photograph issued by recognized Educational Institution signed by Head of Institute	Certificate of identity containing name, DOB and photograph issued by EPFO

Supported Proof of Relationship (PoR) Documents for Updating or Correction

PDS Card	MNREGA Job card		Marriage Certificate
Pension card	Canteen card of the Army		Passport of the applicant
Any family entitlement document issued by any State or Central Government	Birth Certificate issued by Registrar of Birth/Municipal Corporation or any local government body		Medical card issued by the State Government, ECHS, CGHS and also ESIC
Address card having name and photo issued by Department of Posts	Bhamashah Card/Jan-Aadhaar card issued by Govt. of Rajasthan		Discharge card/slip issued by Government hospitals for birth of a child
Certificate of Identity containing photo issued by MP/MLC/MLA/Gazetted Officer/Municipal Councillor		Certificate of Identity containing photo and relationship with HoF issued by Village Panchayat Head/Mukhiya/its equivalent authority (for rural areas)

These are the documents which are accepted as a proof for correcting/updating Aadhaar card details and the cardholder should make sure that the documents which he/she is attaching to the correction form should validate the changes made by him/her.

Read more on Documents Required by Minors, OCI Cardholders, LTV Document Holders, Nepal & Bhutan Nationals and Other Resident Foreigners for Aadhaar Card Update or Correction

Consumer Experience Can I do my Aadhar card phone number update and Aadhar card name correction together? I had updated my mobile number and name in my Aadhaar at one go by visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra and filling out and submitting the Aadhaar update/correction form. The process was simple and my Aadhaar was updated within 7 days.  -Geeta Gopinath

 

• The changes that you enter must be correct and appropriate documents which you are attaching with the form must be approved and self-attested.
• Your required details must be filled in English or in the local language.
• While correcting the Aadhaar card details, it must be made sure that the URN is kept safe as it helps to track the Aadhar card status.
• In case, your mobile number is not registered, then you must visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment to make corrections in your Aadhaar card.
• Make sure that all the details entered in the Aadhar card correction form are filled in capital letters.
• All the necessary information must be filled and no option should be kept unattended.
• Only those documents that are required as proof should be attached along with the form.
• The corrected Aadhar card will be sent to the address mentioned in the Aadhaar card.

The request for Aadhaar Card update/correction gets rejected sometimes, as UIDAI follows specific provisions to verify the details before making any changes in the Aadhar details. Only when these criteria are fulfilled, UIDAI updates the details on its system.

The following conditions should be fulfilled before corrections are made in the Aadhaar card details:

• Adequate documents should be attached along with the form for verification. In absence of such documents, updating or correcting requests would not be processed.
• All documents sent to UIDAI should be self-attested.
• If the details mentioned in the form do not match with the document attached for verification, details of Aadhar card will not be updated.

In case the updation request of details in the Aadhaar card is rejected due to some reason, you can send a new request by making appropriate corrections in the form and submitting appropriate self-attested documents.

Q. Can I update my Aadhar card details online?

A. As per the latest developments, people can update/change their address in Aadhar online as well as update Proof of identity and Proof of address documents online.

All other Aadhaar card updates/corrections can only be made offline by visiting the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra/Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. These changes include changes in name, date of birth, gender, updates in biometric data, mobile number and email id.

Q. What fields can I update through Self Service Update Portal (SSUP)?

A. People can update all details mentioned in their Aadhar card by visiting one of the Aadhaar Enrolment Centres. At present, you can only update your address and Proof of identity and Proof of address documents via the Self Service Update Portal (SSUP).

All other demographic changes such as updates in name, gender, date of birth. mobile number and email id as well as biometric updates can only be made by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Q. Are there any criteria to be met in order to request for changes online?

A. In order to change your demographic details online, you have to submit the scanned copies of the necessary documents. In case your document is not accepted by UIDAI, the Aadhar card update request will be rejected.

Q. Can one use Aadhaar card as a proof for home loan, credit card and personal loan application?

A. Yes, Aadhaar card acts as a valid identity and residential proof. So, one can use it for home loan,  credit card and personal loan applications.

Q. Should I submit my update request in a local language as well?

A. You can submit the update request in any language you feel comfortable with. The language is not an issue while updating the details in Aadhar.

Q. What happens if my mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar authorities?

A. In case your mobile is not registered with UIDAI, you will not be able to avail any of the online facilities related to Aadhaar. You can get your mobile number linked with Aadhaar by visiting the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

Q. My mobile number is not registered with my Aadhaar card. How can I correct my Aadhar card details online?

A. You can correct details in Aadhar online even if your mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar. You can select the option of verification using OTP through an unregistered mobile number. However, this facility is available online if you have not registered your mobile number with Aadhaar already.

Q. How do I register my mobile number in order to make changes online?

A. In order to register your mobile number with UIDAI, visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre and submit the Aadhaar Enrolment/Correction form mentioning your mobile number in the form.

You do not have to provide any proof for registering your mobile number with Aadhaar.

Q. Do I have to provide any documents in order to update/change my mobile details?

A. You do not have to provide any documents to update/change your mobile number. Just fill the Aadhar Enrolment/Correction Form and submit it along with the updation charge of Rs 50.

Q. Is it possible to request for a change in information through offline modes?

A. Only residential address and Proof of identity and Proof of address documents can be updated online. However, you can update all your biometric and demographic details including name, date of birth, gender, mobile number and email id by visiting a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.

Q. Can I update information pertaining to my child/ward?

A. One of the parents has to mention their Aadhaar details for the child. In case changes are done in their cards, they have to get it updated in their child’s Aadhar as well.

Q. My child’s address needs to be updated in his/her Aadhaar card. Can it be done?

A. You can get your Aadhar updated with the new address and furnish your Aadhaar card as the proof of address for updating address in your child’s Aadhaar.

Q. I do not have a proof of address with me. Is it still possible to request for a change in the address in my child’s Aadhaar?

A. You can get the address updated in your child’s Aadhaar by furnishing your Aadhaar card as the proof of address. You do not have to provide an additional proof of address for your child.

Q. Do I have to provide my old information while requesting for change/correction/modification of information?

A. You do not have to provide any of the previous data. You have to mention only the new data that has to be updated in your Aadhaar. Also, provide a proof for the suggested update.

Q. Can I change/modify the information after I submit the request for Aadhar card correction online?

A. No, the request once submitted for Aadhar card update online cannot be modified. Please make sure you enter correct information in the form before finally submitting it.

Q. Will I be provided with an updated Aadhaar letter once the details are corrected?

A. You can download the updated e-Aadhaar from UIDAI’s website. Also, you can refresh your Aadhaar details in the mAadhaar app once the data in your Aadhar is updated.

Q. I have changed my email ID and need to update the same in my Aadhaar. How do I do this?

A. You have to visit one of the Aadhaar Enrolment Centres and fill the Aadhaar Enrolment/Correction Form mentioning the new email id. A fee of Rs. 50 is charged from the applicant to update Aadhaar card.

Q. Can my request application be rejected?

A. Yes, the update request of a person can be rejected on grounds that the documents validating the change are not submitted or are not accepted by UIDAI.

Q. Is it mandatory to provide C/o Details in Address?

A. To provide C/o  details in address is not mandatory. It is only required for letter details purposes which is a part of address.

Q. Explain why my update request was rejected?

A. There are various reasons due to which your update request can not be processed or rejected. They are:

• If you upload a wrong PoA/PoI document uploaded –
• If self-attested PoA/PoI document is not submitted
• Due to transliteration error
• When a resident fails to self-attest supporting documents
• If documents uploaded by you via online SSUP portal are not found to be scanned copies of original documents
• Wrong format of mobile and Aadhaar is shared
• In case, you do not submit supporting documents in your name

Q. Is a certificate from a local MP/MLA/local body official accepted as a proof document?

A. In case a local MP/MLA/Local body official issues a certificate of Address along with a photo on the letter, it is accepted as a POA.

Q. What happens if my Aadhaar is suspended?

A. Those people who are not able to provide correct details at the time of enrolment, have a chance of getting their Aadhaar suspended.

Also, if a person has an Aadhaar but he applies again, his Aadhaar card will not be generated. This may happen even at the later stages of verification (after enrolment).

Q. Do I have to provide c/o information in the address?

A. It is not necessary to provide C/O information in the address when you go to update Aadhar card. You can also mention S/O, W/O or D/O in your address. However, if a person mentions it in his address, his address will be updated as it is written in the form.

Q. How much time does it take to update address in the Aadhar card?

A.Your address is updated in your Aadhaar card and the new Aadhar card is sent to you within 30 days of application. However, you can check the Aadhar card update status online and once it is updated, you can download your e-Aadhaar online.

Read more on How to Check Aadhar Card Update Status/Aadhaar Card Status

Q. Can OCI cardholders, LTV holders, Nepal and Bhutan nationals and other Resident Foreigners make corrections/updates in their Aadhaar card?

A. Yes, they can. Click To find out the exact list of documents required by OCI cardholders, LTV holders, Nepal and Bhutan nationals and other Resident Foreigners.

Q. How to change name in Aadhar Card online?

A. At present, there is no provision to change your name in Aadhaar card online. You need to visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, fill up the update/correction form, provide original identity proof documents and pay a fee of Rs. 50 to get your name updated in Aadhaar.

Q. How to change address in Aadhar Card online?

A. You can change your address in Aadhaar card both online via the UIDAI website and offline by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

To update your address in Aadhaar card online, you need to fill up the Aadhaar address update/correction form, upload scanned copies of original address proof documents and pay the prescribed fee of Rs. 50.

Q. How to change date of birth in Aadhar card online?

A. At present, you can only change your date of birth in Aadhaar card offline, that is, by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Simply visit the Aadhaar Seva Kendra, fill up the UIDAI Aadhaar update form mentioning your date of birth, give your biometrics for authentication and pay a fee of Rs. 50 to get your date of birth updated in Aadhar card.

Q. How to update/change mobile number in Aadhaar card?

A. You can update/change your mobile number in Aadhaar card by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, filling up the Aadhaar correction form and submitting the prescribed fee of Rs. 50.

Do note that, you are not required to provide any documents to get your mobile number updated in Aadhaar.

Q. How to update address in Aadhaar without document proof?

A. At present, there is no provision to update your address in Aadhaar without document proof. You either have to provide your own Proof of address or go for a Head of Family (HOF) based address update.

Q. How much time will it take for my Aadhaar update to happen?

A. Update requests generally take up to 30 days to be completed.

Q. Where is Aadhar update centre near me?

A. Click to locate the nearest Aadhaar Update Centre/Aadhaar Enrollment Centre.

Q. Which is Aadhar self service portal?

A. You can access the Aadhaar Self Service Portal (SSUP) by logging into your UIDAI account using your Aadhaar number and the OTP received on your registered mobile number.

Q. How much does it cost for update/correction in Aadhar card?

A. You are required to pay a fee of Rs. 50 each time you request for a demographic update and Rs. 100 for each biometric update.

Q. Can I update Aadhar photo online?

A. No, you are required to visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra to get your photograph updated in Aadhaar card.

Q. There is name spelling correction in Aadhar, can I do it online?

A. Currently, any changes that you wish to make to your name can only be made by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Q. What are name change proofs in Aadhar?

A. Some of the commonly used and acceptable identity proofs to change your name in Aadhaar card include PAN card, passport, driving license, voter identity card, photo credit card, certificate of marriage, etc.

Q. What are address change proofs in Aadhar?

A. Some of the acceptable proofs of address to change/update your address in Aadhaar card include passport, ration card, photo identity card, voter identification card, previous 3 months’ electricity/water/landline bill, Kisan Passbook, etc.

Q. What are DoB change proofs in Aadhar?

A. Some of the acceptable date of birth proofs to change/update your date of birth in Aadhaar include birth certificate, passport, PAN card, passport, etc.

Q. From where do I get Aadhar card name change form?

A. You can get the Aadhaar card name change form/Aadhaar Update form from the UIDAI website or offline by visiting the Aadhaar Enrollment Centre.

Q. Will the Aadhaar number change after any data update?

A. No, your Aadhaar number remains unchanged even after the update/correction is made.

Q. Is it mandatory to update Aadhaar card after 10 years?

A. No, it is not mandatory to update your Aadhaar card after 10 years of enrolment. However, it is recommended that your Aadhaar card be updated after 10 years to ensure it is up-to-date and accurate.

Q. What will happen if my Aadhaar is not updated?

A. If your Aadhaar is not updated, you may face difficulty in getting benefits related to various government schemes.It may also cause problems in places where Aadhaar is used as proof of identity for various transactions. Therefore, it is advisable to keep your Aadhaar updated so that you can access various Aadhaar-related transactions easily.

Q. How do I know if my Aadhaar needs an update?

A. In case you have a change in your biometric details such as your name, address, etc. you can request for an update to your Aadhaar card. Moreover, UIDAI also suggests that Aadhaar card holders should update their documents in Aadhaar at least once in 10 years.

Q. What is the last date for Aadhaar card update?

A. There is no last date to make updates/corrections to your Aadhaar card. However, the last date to update your Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents online for free ends on 14th December 2024.

Q. How can I update my Aadhar card immediately?

A. The fastest way to get your Aadhaar details updated is to book an online update appointment and visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra along with the relevant update documents. However, it may take up to 30 days for your update request to be completed and the updates to reflect on your e-Aadhaar card.

Q. Is my old Aadhar card valid after update?

A. No, you will have to download the updated e-Aadhaar via the mAadhaar app or UIDAI website.

Q. Do Aadhar cards expire?

A. UIDAI issues a unique Aadhaar number for every individual that remains valid throughout their lifetime and cannot be changed.

Q. How many times can Aadhaar be updated?

A. Different biometric fields in your Aadhaar card can be updated different number of times throughout your lifetime:

• Name: Twice in lifetime
• Address and Gender:  Once in lifetime
• Date of birth: Once in lifetime. It is only possible in case there was an error during the data entry process.

Q. Can I update my Aadhar card again?

A. Yes, you can update your Aadhaar card again subject to the maximum number of times that each field can be updated.

Q. Can Aadhar card be applied from anywhere in India?

A. Yes, you can apply for an Aadhaar card by visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre/Aadhaar Seva Kendra anywhere in the country.

Q. How to renew an Aadhaar card?

A. Every Aadhaar card comes with a lifetime validity and you are not required to renew it.