The deadline for free online Aadhaar data upgrades has been extended by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to June 14, 2024. Residents of India now have a brief window of time during which they can update their Proof of Address (POA) and Proof of Identity (POI) documents for free. Updates will cost Rs 25 for online access and Rs 50 for offline access after this date.
The Value of Updating Your Aadhaar
The 12-digit Aadhaar number, which is exclusive to Indian citizens, is necessary to obtain government services and carry out safe financial transactions. Frequent updates aid in detecting fraudulent activity and preventing repetition. Every 10 years from the date of Aadhaar enrollment, people must update their POI and POA documents, under the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Regulations, 2016. Furthermore, children’s biometric information on their Blue Aadhaar card needs to be updated between the ages of 5 and 15.
How to Update Aadhaar Online: It’s simple to update Aadhaar information online.
- Visit the website of UIDAI: Go to uidai.gov.in and choose your language of preference.
- Proceed to the Update Section: When you hover your cursor over the “My Aadhaar” tab, select “Update Demographics Data & Check Status.”
- Let’s go on to the update: You will reach the “Update Aadhaar Details (Online)” page after being redirected. Next, select “Document Update.”
- Be True to Yourself: Click “Send OTP” after entering your UID number and Captcha code to get a one-time password sent to the registered mobile number.
- Sign in: After entering the OTP you received, click “Login.”
- Choose and Enter Information: Select the demographic information you want to edit (birthdate, address, name, etc.), then precisely enter the new data.
- Click “Submit” once you’ve made the relevant edits, then attach scanned copies of the papers you need to back up your update request.
- Complete the Update: Select “Submit Update Request.” You will receive an SMS with an Update Request Number (URN) so you can follow the progress of your request.
Documents Needed to Update Aadhaar
The following list of documents can be utilized on the myAadhaar portal to support your Aadhaar update:
- Identification documents such as a passport, driver’s license, PAN card, voter ID, marksheets, marriage certificate, and ration card serve as proof of identity.
- Proof of address documents includes bank statements (no more than three months old), gas or electricity connection bills (no more than three months old), government-issued ID cards, passports, marriage certificates, ration cards, and property tax receipts (no more than a year old).
Updates on Biometrics
Biometric information, like fingerprints, iris scans, and face photos, cannot be updated for free on the internet. Residents must go to the closest Aadhaar Enrollment Center to update these details. You can change these details as follows:
- Locate an Admissions Office: Find the closest enrolment center using the UIDAI website, bhuvan.nrsc.gov.in/aadhaar/.
- Provide Biometric Data: Send in your iris scans, fingerprints, and photos.
- Observe the instructions provided by the center: For authentication, adhere to the guidelines given at the center.
- Provide Corresponding Documents: Send in any necessary supporting documentation for validation.
- Acknowledgment Receipt: To monitor the progress of your biometric update, you will get an acknowledgment receipt along with a URN.
After-the-fact Fees
Updates can be made for free within the present window, however after June 14, 2024, costs will apply. Maintaining current and accurate Aadhaar information will make it easier to access important services and conduct financial transactions. By seizing this chance and doing as instructed, you may maintain the security and up-to-dateness of your Aadhaar information and prevent service access interruptions.