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Aadhaar Card Update Last Date
The deadline to update your Aadhaar card details on the UIDAI portal is December 14, 2024. You can upload the latest documents on the UIDAI myAadhaar portal free of charge until this date.
Initially, the service was available for free until March 14, 2024, and was subsequently extended to June 14, 2024, then to September 14, 2024, and now to December 14, 2024. After this date, updating your Aadhaar card with proof of identity and address documents will incur a fee. Ensure you complete your updates by the deadline to avoid any charges.
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Who Should Update Their Aadhaar Card?
- Address, Name, or Mobile Number Changes: Renew your Aadhaar card if you have changed your address, name, or mobile number.
- Biometric Changes: Renew or update if your biometric details (iris scans, fingerprints, or facial photographs) have changed significantly.
- Regulatory Requirement: As per the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Regulations, 2016, individuals must update their Aadhaar details every ten years.
- Importance of Accuracy: Ensuring your Aadhaar information is current is crucial for seamless access to government services, banking facilities, and other Aadhaar-linked services.
What is the Fee For Updating the Aadhaar Card?
Updating your Aadhaar card online via the myAadhaar portal remains free until December 14, 2024. However, offline updates at physical Aadhaar centers incur a Rs. 50 fee. Post December 14, 2024, a Rs. 25 fee applies for online updates via the myAadhaar portal.
How to Update Your Aadhaar Card Before the Last Date?
You can update/renew your proof of identity and proof of address online. Other updates, such as name, iris scans, fingerprints, and facial photographs, must be done offline at an Aadhaar Enrollment Center or Aadhaar Sewa Kendra.
Method 1. How to Update Aadhaar Card Online via UIDAI myAadhaar Portal?
- Visit the UIDAI website.
- Log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Click on the ‘Document Update’ button. Select the details you wish to update (Proof of Identity or Proof of Address).
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the update request and note the Update Request Number (URN) for tracking.
Method 2. How to Update Aadhaar Card By Visiting Aadhaar Enrollment Center/Aadhaar Sewa Kendra
- Locate the nearest Aadhaar Enrollment Center or Aadhaar Sewa Kendra using the UIDAI locator.
- Carry original copies of the documents you need to update.
- Fill out the Aadhaar update form available at the center.
- Provide your biometrics (if required) and submit the form along with the documents.
- Pay the necessary fee and collect the acknowledgment slip with the Update Request Number (URN).
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Documents Required To Update Aadhaar Card
To update your Aadhaar card documents on the myAadhaar portal, you need to upload the following:
Proof of Identity (anyone):
- Passport
- Driver’s license
- PAN card
- Voter ID
- Government-issued ID cards (like domicile certificates, resident certificates, labour cards, Jan-Aadhaar)
- Marksheet
- Marriage certificate
- Ration card
Proof of Address (anyone):
- Bank statements (not older than 3 months)
- Electricity or gas connection bills (not older than 3 months)
- Passport
- Marriage certificate
- Ration card
- Property tax receipts (not older than a year)
- Government-issued ID card (like domicile certificates, resident certificates, labour cards, Jan-Aadhaar)
Related Read: How to Download Aadhaar Card By Aadhaar Number?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When should I renew my Aadhaar card?
You should update your Aadhaar card whenever there are changes in your details such as address, name, or mobile number, or if your biometric data has changed.
2. What happens if I don’t update my Aadhaar details before the deadline?
If you do not update your Aadhaar details, you may face difficulties in availing services linked to Aadhaar, such as government benefits, banking services, and more.
3. How can I check the deadline for updating Aadhaar?
You can check the deadline for updating Aadhaar on the UIDAI website or this space for the latest updates.
4. Can I update my Aadhaar details online after the deadline?
No, after the deadline, you will need to visit an Aadhaar Enrollment Center or Aadhaar Sewa Kendra to update your details.
5. How often should I update my Aadhaar details?
You should update your Aadhaar details whenever there are changes. It is recommended to review your details periodically to ensure they are accurate.
6. Can I update my Aadhaar details without a registered mobile number?
No, you need a registered mobile number to receive OTP for online updates. For offline updates, you can visit an Aadhaar Enrollment Center.
7. How long does it take for Aadhaar details to be updated?
It usually takes about 5-7 working days for online updates and up to 90 days for updates done at an Aadhaar Enrollment Center.
8. Where can I find more information about Aadhaar updates?
You can find more information about Aadhaar updates on the UIDAI website or by contacting the UIDAI helpline.
