The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the free online Aadhaar update service, giving Aadhaar holders more time to update their documents online without any charges. The facility, which was earlier scheduled to end in June 2026, will now remain available till June 14, 2027.
The free service is available only through the official myAadhaar portal. Users can upload proof of identity and proof of address documents online to keep their Aadhaar records updated.
UIDAI said the decision was taken after a positive response from Aadhaar holders using the online update facility.
Who can use the free Aadhaar update service?
The free Aadhaar update facility is meant for users who want to update supporting documents linked to their Aadhaar details online. It is especially useful for people who enrolled for Aadhaar many years ago and have not updated their records recently. Users can upload:
- Proof of Identity (PoI)
- Proof of Address (PoA)
The facility is free only on the myAadhaar portal. Aadhaar updates carried out at physical Aadhaar enrolment centres will continue to attract applicable charges.
How to update Aadhaar details online
Aadhaar holders can complete the update process online in a few simple steps:
Step 1: Visit the myAadhaar portal
Open the official myAadhaar website and log in using your Aadhaar number.
Step 2: Verify using OTP
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number to access Aadhaar services.
Step 3: Choose document update option
Select the document update section and verify existing identity and address details.
Step 4: Upload required documents
Upload valid proof of identity and proof of address documents in PDF, PNG or JPEG format. The uploaded file size should be below 2 MB.
Step 5: Submit request and save URN
Submit the request online and save the 14-digit Update Request Number (URN) for tracking purposes.
What cannot be updated online?
Certain Aadhaar-related services still require users to visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre physically.
- Biometric updates such as fingerprints, iris scans and photographs
- Mobile number updates
- Gender correction
- Date of birth changes
These services are not covered under the free online update facility.
Aadhaar update charges explained
While document updates on the myAadhaar portal are currently free, some Aadhaar services continue to attract charges. According to UIDAI:
- Biometric updates generally cost Rs 125
- Demographic updates such as name, address or mobile number changes cost Rs 75 if not linked with biometric updates
- Certain biometric updates for children remain free under UIDAI rules
The free online document update facility will remain available till June 14, 2027.
UIDAI to retire mAadhaar app soon
UIDAI has also announced that the existing mAadhaar app will soon be discontinued. Users are being encouraged to shift to the new Aadhaar app, which offers QR-based Aadhaar sharing, enhanced privacy controls and easier access to Aadhaar services.
The authority said the upgraded app is designed to provide a simpler and more secure digital identity experience for Aadhaar holders.
