Aadhaar Card Update – By Official UIDAI Form

Struggling to update Aadhaar card? Don’t worry – I’ll walk you through the entire process step by step, based on my experience helping hundreds of people update their Aadhaar details. As someone who works closely with UIDAI-authorized centers, I know exactly what you need to do.

Why Updating Aadhaar is important?

The Indian government strongly recommends updating your Aadhaar card every 10 years to keep your information accurate. Here’s the best part – you can update it completely free until September 14, 2024. After that, you’ll need to pay a fee for any changes.

What Details Can You Update?

Let me break down what you can change in your Aadhaar card, actually its all the basic information the you can Update such as:

Any information other then the listed cannot be changed.

Aadhaar Update: Step by Step

I’ll now guide you through the online process since it’s the easiest way to update your Aadhaar Card as its my personally used method to update Aadhaar information:

Step 1: Login to UIDAI

Visit the official UIDAI website (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) by clicking the button below and log in with your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Step 2: OTP Verification

Now, you’ll receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter it to access your profile.

Step 3: Select Document Updates

Choose what you want to update as there will be multiple options showing up on your screen.

For example if you want to change address, click on “Update Address.” For document updates, select “Document Update”

After choosing document update you will see a disclaimer, read it carefully then Click next as shown below.

Step 4: Document Upload

Now it will require you to Upload your supporting documents based on what are you updating in your Aadhaar Card. Remember, the file size should be less than 2MB and can be in JPEG, PNG, or PDF format.

Step 5: Check Status

Check the status of the Aadhar Card update after sometime, here you will see the status of your information update.

After Successful update, you can perform your Aadhaar Card Download.

After submission, Aadhaar Card updates typically take 7-30 days to process. You can track the status using your URN on the UIDAI website.

Offline Update Method

Sometimes, you might need to visit an Aadhaar center, especially for biometric updates. Here’s what to do:

This offline method to update Aadhaar Card information is best suited for those who don’t want to update the information online or unfamiliar with UIDAI online portal.

Useful Tips

Based on my experience, here are some useful tips:

1. Your mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar for online updates.
2. Keep your original documents ready before starting the process.
3. Double-check all information before submitting.
4. Save your update request number (URN) for tracking.

Common Documents Accepted for Updates

I often get asked about which documents work best. Here are the most reliable options:

For Address Change:

While updating your address on Aadhaar you can use the documents listed below:

In case a Proof of Relationship document is currently not available or lost, to overcome this problem, you can submit a self-declaration by the Head of Family (HOF)-based address update in the UIDAI prescribed format as shown in the image below:

Download the Self-Declaration Document.

For Identity (Name) Change:

To Update Identity on Aadhaar like your name, date of birth etc. you can use following documents as proof:

Special Cases and Solutions

You may face some special cases where you cant update your Aadhaar card information though traditional methods, here is how to update those information:

Lost Registered Mobile Number

Visit an Aadhaar center with your original documents. They can help update your mobile number after verification on the spot.

Read in More detail: How to Change/Update Mobile Number in Aadhar Card Online

Name Change After Marriage

Submit your marriage certificate along with other identity proofs at an Aadhaar center and request for name change, your name will be changes after verification of the document.

Common Aadhaar Update Issues and Solutions

You may face some issues while updating your Aadhaar Card Information, here is the solution to them:

Document Verification Failed

Sometime your documents might get rejected due to poor image quality. Always scan documents in good lighting and ensure they’re clear and readable. If using a phone camera, use document scanning apps such as CamScanner for better results.

Biometric Mismatch

If your fingerprints aren’t matching, don’t panic. This often happens with elderly people or those who do manual labor. The operator can make multiple attempts, and if it still fails, you can use iris scanning as an alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Helpline and Support

For Aadhaar-related queries or issues:

1. Call the toll-free number: 1947
2. Email: [email protected]
3. WhatsApp Support: Click the button below, it will redirect you to official help desk.

Remember, never share your Aadhaar details or OTP with anyone, even if they claim to be from UIDAI. Official communication will never ask for such sensitive information.