How to Update or Correct Aadhaar Card Details?

Why the Aadhaar card update should be done?

Every Aadhaar holder requires Aadhaar card correction once in a span of time. It is also recommended that every 10 years, you should update your Aadhaar card. In simple words, we can say that if there are any demographic or biometric information changes, your Aadhaar card is required to be updated. Some of the reasons leading to Aadhaar updation are-

• If there is any change in the registered mobile number
• Change in name
• If you want to change your address due to any reasons
• On turning 15 years of age, then biometric details need to be updated
• If you want to change your DOB

For more details on which particulars can be updated, refer to the detailed list below from UIDAI.

How to update your Aadhaar card online?

Before starting with the Aadhaar card correction. Let us take note of below mentioned two pieces of information to be kept handy before making an Aadhaar card update online.

• Aadhaar number and
• Registered mobile number

Please be informed that only the address of the Aadhaar card holder can be updated online, any other change can only be made by visiting the Aadhaar update center by booking an appointment online. Here’s how you can update your address in Aadhaar:

• Visit the official UIDAI portal at https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/ and log in using your Aadhaar number, and the OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
• Once logged in, you'll find various services on your Aadhaar dashboard. Select "Update Aadhaar."
• Next, choose "Update Aadhaar Online" and read through the provided instructions under "How it works?" Then, click on "Proceed to Update Aadhaar."
• You'll now see options to change your Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Address. Since you can only update your address online, select that option and proceed.
• Enter your correct address details and upload the necessary supporting documents as proof of your new address.
  After submitting the details, you'll receive a Unique Request Number (URN) confirming your update request. You can use this URN to track the status of your address change.

What is the process of updating Aadhar by visiting the Aadhaar Enrollment Centre?

The process to do it through the enrolment center can be described as follows-

• Fill Aadhar correction form taken from the center
• Now, write the correct information in the form(That you want to update).
• Submit self-attested copies of proofs validating your update request.
• Submit the form in the center with all the documents.
• For update or correction, the applicant might be charged ₹50 for such visit to enrolment center.

What is the process of updation of Aadhaar details by post?

Aadhar card updates can also be done by post. For the process of Aadhaar card correction by post, read the steps below.

• You can Download online the “Aadhaar Data Update/Correction Form by visiting https://uidai.gov.in/images/UpdateRequestFormV5.pdf
• Fill in all the details correctly that you want to change in the existing form.
• Take the photocopies of the documents that will show the requested changes to be made.
• Post the form along with documents to the postal address.

UIDAI

Post Box No. 10,
Chhindwara,
Madhya Pradesh – 480001,
India

UIDAI

Post Box No. 99,
Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad – 500034,
India

How can you change the name on Aadhaar Card?

There are many persons whose name does not match with PAN and Aadhaar. So, for those, an option is available that they can change or update the name on the Aadhaar card as per their PAN card. To change your Aadhaar name in the Aadhaar visit the Aadhaar enrolment center and follow the above steps-

• Fill the Aadhaar Correction Form
• Write your correct name in the form
• Submit the form along with the relevant Identity Proof
• Your updated request will be registered by the executive
• An acknowledgment slip for your updated request will be provided to you.
• For availing of this facility, deposit Rs.50

How to change your Date of Birth?

• Visit the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
• Fill in the Aadhaar update form and mention your date of birth
• Along with the form, submit the proof of your date of birth
• For authentication of your identity, executives will take your biometrics for checking
• After completion of the above process, you will be given an acknowledgment slip and URN
• You have to pay a fee of Rs.50/- to the executive
• In a few days, your DOB will be updated on the Aadhaar card

What is the fee involved for updation of Aadhaar details?

Yes, if you are updating any of the demographic or Biometric in Aadhaar then you have to pay a nominal amount of Rs.50/-(excluding taxes) to the service provider every time you are updating your details.

What are the documents required for updating the Aadhaar details?

Aadhar card update requires a number of documents. A brief of such documents has been given here under

• PAN Card
• Voter Identification Card
• Passport
• Driving License
• License of Arms
• Certificate of Marriage
• Photo Identity Card
• ECHS Photocard
• Ration Card
• Insurance Policy
• Pensioner Card
• Registration Certificate of Vehicle
• Caste and domicile certificate, along with a photo, issued by the state government
• Job Card of NREGS
• Kisan Passbook
• Certificate of Birth, etc.

How to update the biometric information in Aadhar?

For updating the biometric information in aadhaar, you will have to visit the permanent enrolment centre. Your new biometric details will be verified and replaced with old one.

When is the Aadhaar card update in Biometric Information required?

Residents can go for Aadhaar card update of the biometric details due to any of the following reasons-

• Age less than 5 years at the time of enrolment
• Child turning 15
• Events such as accidents or diseases that leads to biometric exception conditions that may include- loss of eyes or limbs etc.
• All the residents are recommended to update their biometric details every 10 years.

How to change mobile number on Aadhaar Card?

To update the Aadhaar card mobile number, follow the steps given below-

• Visit the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre
• Fill out the Aadhaar Update Form
• Enter your current mobile number in the form(That you want to update)
• There is no need to mention your old mobile number
• Your request will be registered by the executive
• After completion of the above process, you will be given an acknowledgment slip and URN.
• You will have to pay a charge of Rs 50, for availing of these services.

What details can I get updated in case I am visiting the Permanent Enrolment center for updation?

You can get your Biometric details( Fingerprints, iris scan, facial expressions-photograph) and Demographic information (Name, address, Date of Birth, Gender, Mobile number & Email id) updated by visiting Permanent Enrolment center.

Is it mandatory to have my mobile number registered for Aadhaar card update?

Registered mobile number with aadhaar is mandatory to access the online services of aadhaar. If you are going for your aadhaar update offline, then you can get it done with the help of supporting documents.

If you have not registered your number with Aadhaar at the time of enrolment, then you can get it done by visiting the Permanent Enrolment Center to register

What details can I update in Aadhaar online? Am I required to visit the enrolment center for aadhar card update?

You can update the address details in your Aadhaar online by using the Self Service Update (SSUP) portal. For updating biometric details you will have to visit the permanent enrolment center. For using this service your mobile number must be registered with aadhaar.

Do I need to bring original documents for updation at Enrollment center?

Yes, you need to provide original documents for aadhaar card update at the enrolment center. It will be handed over to you after successfully scanning and updating the documents.

Which Aadhaar enrollment center shall I visit for the update of details?

You can directly go to any of the enrolment centers and can get your updation done. It is not at all important to visit the same Aadhaar card enrolment center from where you made an application for issuing an Aadhaar card.

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