Tomorrow is the last day to update your Aadhaar card online for free. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is allowing Indian residents to update their Aadhaar details online for free until June 14, 2024. The government authority encourages citizens to update their Proof of Identity (POI) and Proof of Address (POA) documents without any charge to ensure that the documents are up to date and they do not face any inconvenience in Aadhaar-related work.

Updating Aadhaar details is not just a formality but a crucial step to ensure uninterrupted access to various government services and financial systems. Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identification number, serves as a vital tool for identity verification across multiple platforms. Keeping your Aadhaar up-to-date helps the government prevent duplication of identities and detect fraudulent activities, thereby increasing security and efficiency in service delivery.

Why should you update your Aadhaar?

As per the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Regulations, 2016, it is mandatory for individuals to update their POI and POA documents every ten years from the date of their Aadhaar enrolment. This rule also applies to children’s biometric details, which must be updated on their blue Aadhaar card at the age of 5 and 15. Regular updates ensure that the Aadhaar database remains accurate, reflecting any changes in personal information such as address, name or marital status.

How to update Aadhaar card online?

• Visit uidai.gov.in and select your preferred language.
• Click on the “My Aadhaar” tab and select “Update your Aadhaar” from the dropdown menu.
• On the “Update Aadhaar Details (Online)” page, click on “Update Documents”.
• Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha code, then click on “Send OTP” to receive one-time password on your registered mobile number.
• Enter the OTP and click on “Login”.
• Select the demographic details you wish to update (such as name, address, date of birth) and fill in the new information correctly.
• Click on “Submit” and upload scanned copies of the required documents in support of your update request.
• Submit your update request. You will receive an Update Request Number (URN) via SMS to track the status of your request.

Here is the list of documents required to update Aadhaar
proof of identity: Passport, Driving License, PAN Card, Voter ID, Government Issued ID Card, Marksheet, Marriage Certificate, Ration Card.
proof of address: Recent bank statement, electricity or gas bill, passport, marriage certificate, ration card, property tax receipts, government-issued ID card.

You can update only selected details online

For biometric updates like facial photos, iris scans or fingerprints, you will need to visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre. Use the UIDAI website to locate the nearest centre, provide your biometric information, follow the centre’s authentication instructions and submit the required documents for verification. You will receive an acknowledgement receipt with a URN to track the status of your biometric update.

But what if you miss the deadline?

Updating Aadhaar details online after June 14, 2024 will attract a fee of Rs 25, while updating offline will attract a fee of Rs 50. Therefore, it is essential to avail the free update window to avoid these charges.