How to Update Aadhar Card Details Online
Change/Update Photo in Aadhaar Card: We know Aadhaar card is one of the most important government identity proofs as it contains both demographics as well as the biometric data of the cardholder. However, there may be situations where a person may be required to update his details in Aadhaar. There are two ways to update Aadhaar, one through the Self Service Update Portal (SSUP) and the other by visiting the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. Read more to find out how to change the photo in Aadhar card.
Steps to Update Aadhaar Card by Visiting Enrolment Centre
Aadhar Card Details Online
- Fill the Aadhaar correction form i.e. https://uidai.gov.in/images/aadhaar_enrolment_correction_form_version_2.1.pdf
- Make sure you enter that information which is correct and not the one that is mentioned in your Aadhaar.
- Get self-attested copies of proofs validating your update request.
- Submit the form along with documents.
- You need to pay a charge of Rs. 25 for every such visit to the Enrolment Centre for update or correction.
- You can get all your details including your biometric data, image, mobile number, etc. updated at the enrolment centre.
- Aadhaar Card mobile number change or update can also be done at the enrolment centre.
- Moreover, you can also visit various banks to update your Aadhaar card. For example, Axis Bank Aadhaar update allows you to make changes in your Aadhaar Card by visiting the nearest Axis bank branch.
What information can be changed in Aadhaar card?
- Person’s name
- Father’s name
- Generate mobile number
- address
- Photo
- birth date
- Gender (Male/Female)
How to Update Aadhar Card Details Online
- Update Aadhaar Details By Visiting Permanent Enrolment centre
- How to Update Address in Aadhaar without Document Proof
- How to Update Address in Aadhaar Card
- Steps to Update Name in Aadhaar Card
- How to Update Your Mobile Number in Aadhaar Card
- How to Change the DoB in Aadhaar Card
- Why does the request for Aadhar Card updation /correction get rejected?
Update Aadhar Card : Required Document List
- Voter ID
- PAN card
- Ration card
- Disability Identification Card
- Electricity bill of last three months
- Address Card by Post Department
Important Links
UIDAI Official Website : Click Here
How to Update Aadhar Card Details Online
Usually a person can change address, his/her name, date of birth, gender, mobile number and email id on the Aadaar card. In order to change the details of your Aadhaar card online, follow these steps to update/change/correction
Step 1. Visit the Aadhaar Self Service Update Portal and click on “Update your Address Online”
Step 2. If you have valid address proof, click on “Proceed to Update Address”
Step 3. In the new window, enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click on “Send OTP” or “Enter a TOTP”
Step 4. An OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered in UIDAI’s database.
Step 5. Enter this OTP to login to your Aadhaar account. Alternately, you can use the TOTP feature to authenticate
Step 6. Select either the “Update Address by Address Proof” option or the “Update Address vis Secret Code” option
Step 7. Enter your residential address mentioned in the Proof of Address (PoA) and click on the “Preview”
button
Step 8. In case you want to modify your address, click the “Modify” option else tick the declaration and click on the “Submit” button
Step 9. Select the document type you want to submit as PoA for verification and upload the scanned copy of the address proof and click on the “Submit” button
Step 10. Your Aadhaar update request will be accepted and a 14-digit URN will be generated
You can use the Update Request Number (URN) to check the status of the Aadhaar address update. Once updated, you can download the updated version and get your Aadhar card print out.
What Details can be Changed in the Aadhaar Card Offline?
Apart from all demographic data, an applicant’s biometrics data, mobile number and email id can also be updated/changed by visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
One should take the required documents for most of the demographic data update. No document is required for updating the biometrics, mobile number and email ID.
To update Aadhaar Card offline, you can either walk-in directly to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or book an appointment online to have a more hassle-free experience. To find out more about how to book an appointment online, click here.
Steps to Update Aadhaar Card by Visiting Enrolment Centre
You can update Aadhar Card details by visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Here is how you can do it easily:
- Fill the Aadhaar correction form i.e. https://uidai.gov.in/images/aadhaar_enrolment_correction_form_version_2.1.pdf. Make sure you enter that information which is correct and not the one that is mentioned in your Aadhaar.
- Attach self-attested copies of proof validating your update request and submit the Aadhar correction form along with documents.
- You need to pay a fee for every such visit to the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for update or correction.
You can get all your details including your biometric data, photograph, mobile number, etc. updated at the enrolment centre.
Moreover, you can also visit various banks to update your Aadhaar card. For example, Axis Bank Aadhar card update allows you to make changes in your Aadhaar Card by visiting the nearest Axis Bank branch.
Note: Whether you update one field or many, charges for the Aadhaar Update will be Rs. 100 (if you are also updating biometrics) or Rs. 50 (if only demographics details are being updated).
Aadhaar Card Update FAQs
Q. Can I update my Aadhar card details online?
A. As per the latest developments, people can update/change their address, name (minor changes), date of birth, gender in Aadhar online. However, they can update their biometrics data, mobile number and email id only by visiting the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. Alternatively, they can also update their mobile number online via the Indian Postal Service website.
Q. What fields can I update through Self Service Update Portal (SSUP)?
A. People can update all details mentioned in their Aadhar card by visiting one of the Aadhaar Enrolment Centres. You can update Demographic details including address, name (minor changes), date of birth and gender online through the Self Service Update Portal (SSUP)
Q. Are there any criteria to be met in order to request for changes online?
A. In order to change your demographic details online, you have to submit the scanned copies of the necessary documents. In case your document is not accepted by UIDAI, the Aadhar card update request will be rejected.
Q. Can one use Aadhaar card as a proof for home loan, credit card and personal loan application?
A. Yes, Aadhaar card acts as a valid identity and residential proof. So, one can use it for home loan, credit card and personal loan applications.
Q. Should I submit my update request in a local language as well?
A. You can submit the update request in any language you feel comfortable with. The language is not an issue while updating the details in Aadhar.
Q. What happens if my mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar authorities?
A. In case your mobile is not registered with UIDAI, you will not be able to avail any of the online facilities related to Aadhaar. You can get your mobile number linked with Aadhaar by visiting the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or online via the Indian Postal Service website.
Q. My mobile number is not registered with my Aadhaar card. How can I correct my Aadhar card details online?
A. You can correct details in Aadhar online even if your mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar. You can select the option of verification using OTP through an unregistered mobile number. However, this facility is available online if you have not registered your mobile number with Aadhaar already.
Q. How do I register my mobile number in order to make changes online?
A. In order to register your mobile number with UIDAI, visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre and submit the Aadhaar Enrolment/Correction form mentioning your mobile number in the form. You do not have to provide any proof for registering your mobile number with Aadhaar. You can also link your Aadhaar with mobile number online via the Indian Postal Service website.
Q. Do I have to provide any documents in order to update/change my mobile details?
A. You do not have to provide any documents to update/change your mobile number. Just fill the Aadhar Enrolment/Correction Form and submit it along with the updation charge of Rs 50. Alternatively, you can also visit the Indian Postal service website and fill up the Service Request form.
Q. Is it possible to request for a change in information through offline modes?
A. Only residential address, date of birth, name and gender can be updated online. However, you can update all your biometric and demographic details including mobile number and email id by visiting a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
Q. Can I update information pertaining to my child/ward?
A. One of the parents has to mention their Aadhaar details for the child. In case changes are done in their cards, they have to get it updated in their child’s Aadhar as well.
Q. My child’s address needs to be updated in his/her Aadhaar card. Can it be done?
A. You can get your Aadhar updated with the new address and furnish your Aadhaar card as the proof of address for updating address in your child’s Aadhaar.
Q. I do not have a proof of address with me. Is it still possible to request for a change in the address in my child’s Aadhaar?
A. You can get the address updated in your child’s Aadhaar by furnishing your Aadhaar card as the proof of address. You do not have to provide an additional proof of address for your child.
Q. Do I have to provide my old information while requesting for change/correction/modification of information?
A. You do not have to provide any of the previous data. You have to mention only the new data that has to be updated in your Aadhaar. Also, provide a proof for the suggested update.
Q. Can I change/modify the information after I submit the request for correction online?
A. No, the request once submitted for Aadhar card update online cannot be modified. Please make sure you enter correct information in the form before finally submitting it.
Q. Will I be provided with an updated Aadhaar letter once the details are corrected?
A. You can download the updated e-Aadhaar from UIDAI’s website. Also, you can refresh your Aadhaar details in the mAadhaar app once the data in your Aadhar is updated.
Q. I have changed my email ID and need to update the same in my Aadhaar. How do I do this?
A. You have to visit one of the Aadhaar Enrolment Centres and fill the Aadhaar Enrolment/Correction Form mentioning the new email id. A fee of Rs. 50 is charged from the applicant to update Aadhaar card. Alternatively, you can also fill up the service request form on the Indian Postal Service website.
Q. Can my request application be rejected?
A. Yes, the update request of a person can be rejected on grounds that the documents validating the change are not submitted or are not accepted by UIDAI.
Q. Can we change the name & date of birth in an Aadhaar card online?
A. Yes, you can change your name (minor changes) and date of birth in an Aadhaar Card online.
Q. Is it mandatory to provide C/o Details in Address?
A. To provide C/o details in address is not mandatory. It is only required for letter details purposes which is a part of address.
Q. Explain why my Update request was rejected?
A. There are various reasons due to which your update request can not be processed or rejected. They are:
- If you upload a wrong PoA/PoI document uploaded –
- If self-attested PoA/PoI document is not submitted
- Due to transliteration error
- When a resident fails to self-attest supporting documents
- If documents uploaded by you via online SSUP portal are not found to be scanned copies of original documents
- Wrong format of mobile and Aadhaar is shared
- In case, you do not submit supporting documents in your name
Q. Is a certificate from a local MP/MLA/local body official accepted as a proof document?
A. In case a local MP/MLA/Local body official issues a certificate of Address along with a photo on the letter, it is accepted as a POA.
Q. What happens if my Aadhaar is suspended?
A. Those people who are not able to provide correct details at the time of enrolment, have a chance of getting their Aadhaar suspended. Also, if a person has an Aadhaar but he applies again, his Aadhaar card will not be generated. This may happen even at the later stages of verification (after enrolment).
Q. Do I have to provide c/o information in the address?
A. It is not necessary to provide C/O information in the address when you go to update Aadhar card. You can also mention S/O, W/O or D/O in your address. However, if a person mentions it in his address, his address will be updated as it is written in the form.
Q. How much time does it take to update address in the Aadhar card?
A. Your address is updated in your Aadhaar card and the new Aadhar card is sent to you within 30 days of application. However, you can check the status online and once it is updated, you can download your e-Aadhaar online.