Keep your Aadhaar Card details updated for government services, banking, PAN linking, passport applications and more. UIDAI provides an opportunity to update details like name, address, date of birth, mobile number, email, photograph, gender and biometrics of eligible residents.
Some updates can be requested online through myAadhaar and some may require you to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Center.
What Aadhaar Details Can Be Updated?
- Name
- Address
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
- Photo
- Gender
- Fingerprints & Iris
The online availability of each service depends on UIDAI’s current rules.
Documents Required for Aadhaar Card Update
Depending on the update, you may need:
- Aadhaar Number
- Proof of Identity (POI)
- Proof of Address (POA)
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Registered Mobile Number
- Original documents for centre-based updates
How to Change Aadhaar Name
- Visit the official myAadhaar portal or Aadhaar Centre, as applicable.
- Select the Name Update service.
- Enter your Aadhaar details and complete verification.
- Enter your name exactly as shown on the supporting document.
- Upload or submit the required document.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Submit the request and save the Update Request Number (URN).
How to Change Aadhaar Address
- Open the official Aadhaar address update service.
- Verify your Aadhaar details.
- Enter your complete new address.
- Submit valid Proof of Address (POA).
- Review the details carefully.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Submit the request and keep the acknowledgement receipt.
How to Change Aadhaar Date of Birth
- Visit an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Centre if required.
- Request a Date of Birth Update.
- Submit valid Proof of Date of Birth.
- Complete document verification.
- Pay the prescribed fee.
- Collect the acknowledgement receipt and URN.
How to Check Aadhaar Update Status?
After submitting your request, you can track the update using your URN. The status may show as:
- Under Process
- Verified
- Approved
- Updated
- Completed
Important Points
- Enter details exactly as mentioned in your supporting documents.
- Carry original documents when visiting an Aadhaar Centre.
- UIDAI update fees may change from time to time.
- Keep your acknowledgement receipt until the update is completed.
- Never share your Aadhaar OTP with anyone.
Official Aadhaar Links
- UIDAI Official Website: https://uidai.gov.in
- myAadhaar Portal: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
- Locate Aadhaar Centre: https://bhuvan.nrsc.gov.in/aadhaar
- Book Aadhaar Appointment: https://appointments.uidai.gov.in
- Check Aadhaar Update Status: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Aadhaar name online?
Availability online is subject to the prevailing rules of UIDAI. Latest update options available on the myAadhaar portal.
Can I update my Aadhaar address online?
Yes, the official online address update service is available to eligible residents, under the prevailing UIDAI rules.
Can I change my Aadhaar date of birth online?
Depending on the current UIDAI process and required documents, you may need to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Center.
How long does an Aadhaar update take?
The processing time depends on the type of update and the verification process.
How can I check my Aadhaar update status?
Check status using your Update Request Number (URN) through the official service.
Final Words
Changing your Aadhaar name, address or date of birth is easy and can be done by following the official UIDAI process. Keep your documents ready, give correct information, download your acknowledgment and use only official UIDAI services or authorized Aadhaar Centers.
