What Can You Update on Your Aadhaar?

Demographic details (online + offline): Name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number, email address, and relationship information (like parent or spouse name).

Documents (online + offline): You can update your Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents. This is especially useful if you enrolled with older or weaker documents and now have a passport, voter ID, or PAN card.

Biometric data (offline only): Fingerprints, iris scans, and your photograph. These can only be updated by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra in person.

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Some things can be updated online, some need a centre visit, and some have limits on how many times you can change them.
Sr. No. Update Methods
1 Update Your Aadhaar Address Online
2 Update Documents (Identity Proof and Address Proof)
3 Update Your Mobile Number
4 Update Biometrics (Fingerprints, Iris, Photo)
5 Update Your Name, Date of Birth, or Gender

How Much Does It Cost?

UIDAI has a revised fee structure for 2025-2026. Here's what you'll pay depending on what you're updating:

Service Fee (₹)
Demographic update (name, address, DOB, gender, mobile, email) ₹75
Biometric update (fingerprints, iris, photo) for adults ₹125
Biometric update for children (first mandatory update) Free
Document update at an enrolment centre ₹75
Document update online via myAadhaar Free (until 14 June 2026)
Aadhaar printout (A4 colour print) ₹40
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That free online document update window is worth taking advantage of. If your Aadhaar still has old or weak supporting documents, upload better ones now while it costs nothing.

How to Update Your Aadhaar Address Online

This is probably the most common update people need. You've moved to a new city, changed your rented flat, or bought a new house. Here's how to update it online:

MyAadhaar UIDAI portal homepage showing the Login button location
Click on the Login button to start the authentication process
  • Log in with your Aadhaar number and verify using OTP sent to your registered mobile
myAadhaar login page with fields for Aadhaar Number and Captcha, with an arrow pointing to the "Login With OTP" button
Enter Aadhaar Number and Captcha, then click on "Login With OTP"
  • Select "Address Update" from the services
  • You'll see two options:
    • Update address using your own documents
    • Family member based address update (useful if you don't have a document in your name at the new address)
MyAadhaar Dashboard showing two address update options: "Update address using your own documents" and "Family member based address update.
Click on"Update address using your own documents" or "Family member based address update"
  • Enter your new address details
  • Upload a clear, coloured scan of a valid Proof of Address document
  • Submit the request and save the SRN (Service Request Number) that you receive
The SRN is important. You'll need it to track whether your update was approved or rejected.

Processing time: Usually takes around 7 to 15 days, but it can stretch to 30 days depending on verification.

What If You Can't Do It Online?

If your mobile number isn't linked to Aadhaar, or you're not comfortable with the online process, you can visit any Aadhaar Enrolment Centre / Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) near you. Carry your original Proof of Address document, fill out the update form there, and provide biometric verification. They'll give you an acknowledgement slip with your SRN.

How to Update Your Documents (PoI and PoA)

This one is separate from updating your actual details. Even if your name, address, and everything else is correct, UIDAI allows you to update the supporting documents in their system. This is useful if you originally enrolled with a weaker document and now have something stronger like a passport or voter ID.

PoI (Proof of Identity) refers to documents that verify your identity, such as your name, date of birth, and photograph — for example, a passport, PAN card, or voter ID.
PoA (Proof of Address) refers to documents that confirm your current residential address, such as a utility bill, bank statement, or ration card.
Screenshot of the myAadhaar dashboard with arrow pointing towards the "Document Update" option
Click on "Document Update" from the dashboard
  • Verify that your demographic details shown on screen are correct, then tick the confirmation box and click Next
  • Upload your Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents
Screenshot of the Document Update page with fields to upload Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents
Upload your Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents
  • Give your consent for verification and click Submit
This service is currently free until 14 June 2026. After that, it will cost ₹75 at an enrolment centre.

How to Update Your Mobile Number

Your mobile number is the key to almost every Aadhaar service. Without a linked number, you can't download your e-Aadhaar, can't receive OTPs, and can't do any online updates. So if your number has changed, updating it should be a priority.

UIDAI's new Aadhaar app now lets you update your mobile number directly from your phone without visiting a centre. Here's how:

  • Download and open the Aadhaar app on your phone
  • Sign in using your Aadhaar number and the app's security method (MPIN or OTP)
  • Go to "Services" and select "Update Mobile Number"
Screenshot of the Aadhaar app's Services section with the "Update Mobile Number" option
Go to "Services" and select "Update Mobile Number"
  • Enter your new mobile number
  • An OTP will be sent to the new number for verification
  • Complete face authentication using your phone camera (this confirms you are the actual Aadhaar holder)
  • Pay the ₹75 update fee through the app

After payment and verification, your request gets submitted. The change usually reflects within 15 to 30 days, and you'll get an SMS confirmation on your new number once it's done.

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Note: If the app method doesn't work for you, or your old number is completely lost and you can't log in at all, you'll need to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in person with a valid ID proof. They'll do a biometric verification and update the number for you.

How to Update Biometrics (Fingerprints, Iris, Photo)

Biometric updates cannot be done online. You have to visit an Aadhaar centre in person. This is typically needed when:

  • A child enrolled before age 5 needs mandatory biometric updates at age 5 and again at age 15
  • Your fingerprint authentication keeps failing (common with older people or those who do manual labour)
  • You want to update your photograph

Here's the process:

UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) locator page showing various search methods including search by PIN code, find centers nearby using GPS, and state-wise Aadhaar centers option
Search by PIN code, locate nearby centers via GPS, or browse state-wise Aadhaar centers
  • Tell the operator you need a biometric update
  • They'll pull up your Aadhaar record and ask you to confirm your details on screen
  • Your 10 fingerprints will be scanned one by one
  • Your iris scan will be captured (you'll need to look straight into the device for a few seconds)
  • A fresh photograph will be taken
  • The operator will complete the submission using biometric authentication

You'll receive an acknowledgement slip with your URN (Update Request Number), the date, and the type of update requested.

Fee: ₹125 for adults. Free for children during their first mandatory biometric update.

Processing time: Biometric updates can take anywhere from 15 to 60 days to reflect.

How to Update Your Name, Date of Birth, or Gender

These are more sensitive fields and come with some restrictions. You can't change them unlimited times:

Field How Many Times Can You Update?
Name Maximum 2 times
Date of Birth Maximum 1 time
Gender Maximum 1 time
Address Unlimited
Mobile Number Unlimited
Email Unlimited
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For name, DOB, or gender updates, you'll need supporting proof documents like a passport, birth certificate, school leaving certificate, marriage certificate, or a government-issued ID.

You can start the process online through the myAadhaar portal, but depending on the nature of the change, UIDAI may ask you to visit a centre for biometric verification as well.

For gender updates specifically: If your request gets rejected due to the limit being exceeded, UIDAI advises calling their helpline at 1947 or emailing help@uidai.gov.in. You can request exception processing through the regional office by providing your EID slip along with a medical certificate or transgender ID card.

How to Track Your Aadhaar Update Status

Every update request generates either an SRN (Service Request Number) or URN (Update Request Number). You can use these to check where things stand.

Screenshot of the "Check Enrolment or Update Status" page with fields to enter SRN or URN and a Submit button
Enter your SRN or URN and click on "Submit"
  • Fill in the captcha and click Submit

You'll see whether your request is under review, approved, or rejected.

You can also track your update status through the mAadhaar app (under the Request Status section) or the UMANG app (under Aadhaar services). These are handy if you don't have a computer nearby.

Documents You'll Need for Different Updates

Here's a reference table of commonly accepted documents and what they can be used for:

Document Proof of Identity Proof of Address Proof of DOB Proof of Relationship
Indian Passport Yes Yes Yes Yes
PAN Card / e-PAN Yes No No No
Voter ID / e-Voter Yes Yes No No
Ration / PDS Photo Card Yes Yes No Yes
Driving Licence Yes No No No
Birth Certificate No No Yes No
School Leaving / Transfer Certificate (with photo) Yes No Yes No
Utility Bills (Electricity/Water/Gas) No Yes No No
Bank / Post Office Passbook (with photo) Yes Yes No No
Marriage Certificate (with photo) Yes No No No
Disability ID Card / Certificate Yes Yes No No
Govt. Service Photo ID Yes No Yes No
Pensioner / Freedom Fighter ID Yes No Yes Yes
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Make sure whatever document you upload is a clear, coloured scan of the original. Blurry or cropped documents are one of the most common reasons for rejection.

Why Do Update Requests Get Rejected?

If your update gets rejected, it's usually because of one of these reasons:

  1. Document issues: The document is expired, the scan is blurry or cropped, or the document doesn't match the data you entered. For example, if you entered a slightly different spelling of your name than what's on the uploaded document, that's a mismatch.
  2. Data inconsistency: The address format you typed doesn't match what's on your Proof of Address. Or the date of birth format is wrong.
  3. Limit exceeded: You've already used up your allowed updates for a particular field (like trying to change your name a third time).
  4. Wrong update type: Trying to do a biometric update online, which isn't allowed.

If your request is rejected, you can usually resubmit with corrected documents. Check the rejection reason carefully before trying again.

Important Notes

1. The free document update window ends on 14 June 2026.

If you haven't updated your PoI and PoA documents in a while, do it now through the myAadhaar portal while it's free. After the deadline, you'll need to visit a centre and pay ₹75.

2. Always use official portals and apps.

The only legitimate sources for Aadhaar services are:

Never share your OTP, Aadhaar number, or personal details with unknown callers or third-party websites.

3. Keep your mobile number updated and active.

Almost every Aadhaar service depends on OTP verification. If your linked number goes inactive or you switch to a new one without updating, you'll be locked out of online services.

4. Children need mandatory biometric updates.

If your child was enrolled before age 5, their biometrics must be updated after they turn 5, and then again at 15. Missing these can cause issues with school admissions and other services later.

5. Your photo can be updated anytime.

There's no limit on how many times you can update your photograph. If your current Aadhaar photo is very old and doesn't look like you anymore, visit a centre and get it refreshed. It costs ₹125 as part of the biometric update.

6. Save your SRN/URN.

Always note down or screenshot the Service Request Number or Update Request Number you get after submitting a request. Without it, you won't be able to track your update status.

7. Don't rush unnecessary updates.

UIDAI discourages repeated or unnecessary changes. Only update what genuinely needs to be corrected. Frequent changes to fields like name or DOB may trigger additional verification or delays.

8. For any issues, call 1947.

UIDAI's toll-free helpline at 1947 is available for queries, complaints, and assistance. You can also email help@uidai.gov.in or visit uidai.gov.in for the latest guidelines.