Aadhaar Update Online via UIDAI: Address, Mobile, and Name Changes in 2026

TL;DR

• The myAadhaar portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in is the single online entry point for all Aadhaar updates that do not require fresh biometrics.
• Address updates and document refreshes are free under the current UIDAI extension till mid-2026; check the latest UIDAI notification before you start.
• Name, DOB, and gender changes are restricted — name can be updated twice in a lifetime, DOB and gender once each.
• Mobile number updates and biometric updates (photo, fingerprints, iris) require an in-person visit to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra; they cannot be done online.
• After every successful update, you get an Update Request Number (URN); track the status using URN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.

What this means in plain terms

Aadhaar is no longer just an ID. It is the spine of your KYC, your e-sign, your PAN link, your DigiLocker, your DBT payouts, and the OTPs that ride along with almost every digital transaction. So when the data on your Aadhaar is stale — old address, outdated photo, missing mobile — every downstream system slowly falls out of sync. Your bank refuses an e-KYC. Your PAN-Aadhaar link fails. Your refund route fails. Your gas subsidy stops.

UIDAI has steadily moved more services online. As of 2026, you can update your address documents, your name (limited times), and your DOB (once) without visiting a centre. But mobile number and biometric changes still require a physical visit — UIDAI cannot trust an OTP to add a new mobile, because the OTP would go to the new (unverified) number. This article walks through the online flows, the in-person ones, and what each costs.

What you can update online

Address

The most common online update. Upload a proof of address (utility bill, passport, bank statement, ration card, etc.), pay nothing (under the current fee waiver), and get the updated e-Aadhaar in 7 to 30 days. Documents must be in your name and not older than 3 months for utility bills.

Documents-only refresh

UIDAI runs a "document update" drive for residents whose Aadhaar was issued more than 10 years ago. You upload fresh proof of identity and proof of address; no data changes, just the underlying documents get refreshed.

Name (limited)

You can update your name twice in your lifetime via UIDAI. Use this for typo corrections or for name change after marriage. Proof required: gazette notification, marriage certificate, or a valid government-issued document showing the new name.

Date of birth (once)

DOB can be updated once. Proof required: birth certificate, passport, school leaving certificate, or any other document UIDAI lists. After the one allowed update, further changes require a special request and supporting evidence reviewed by UIDAI's regional office.

What still needs an in-person visit

Mobile number update

You must visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorised Common Service Centre with your Aadhaar. Biometric authentication is done, the new mobile is recorded, and you receive an OTP on the new number to confirm. Online OTP cannot be used to register a new mobile.

Photograph update

A fresh photo is captured at the centre. Useful when your old photo is over 10 years old or your appearance has changed significantly.

Fingerprint and iris updates

Biometric updates are mandatory in two scenarios: children turning 5 and children turning 15 (Baal Aadhaar to standard Aadhaar). Adults rarely need this unless biometrics are damaged.

Gender update

Allowed once, in person at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, with supporting documentation.

Fees you should know

Online updates

Address updates are free under the current UIDAI fee waiver until mid-2026 (the exact end date has been extended multiple times; check uidai.gov.in for the latest). Document-only refresh is also free during this window.

In-person updates

Demographic update (name, DOB, address change at the centre): Rs. 50 inclusive of GST.

Biometric updates at a centre

Rs. 100 inclusive of GST. This covers fingerprint, iris, and photo updates.

e-Aadhaar download

Free. You can download the masked or unmasked e-Aadhaar PDF from myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in any number of times.

How to update online — the address example

Step one — log in to myAadhaar

Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP sent to your registered mobile.

Step two — pick "Update Aadhaar"

Choose the field you want to update. For address, click "Update Address."

Step three — upload proof

Upload a scanned copy of any valid proof of address. UIDAI's accepted list includes voter ID, passport, utility bills, bank statements, and others. The document must be in your name.

Step four — submit and note URN

Submit the request. You will receive a 14-digit Update Request Number (URN). Save this; you will use it to track the request.

Step five — track and download

After 7 to 30 days, return to myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in, enter the URN under "Check Update Status." Once approved, download the updated e-Aadhaar.

A real example

Take Divya, 28, Rs. 16L CTC, Bengaluru. She moved from Pune to Bengaluru in March, opened a new bank account, and got a salary credit hold because her bank KYC address did not match her PAN address. Here is how she resolved it:

1. She updated her PAN address via Protean (Rs. 107) on day 1, citing her new rental agreement.
2. On day 2, she logged in to myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and updated her Aadhaar address using the same rental agreement; this was free under the UIDAI waiver.
3. She received a URN for the Aadhaar update and tracked it daily.
4. The Aadhaar update was approved in 9 days; she downloaded the updated e-Aadhaar.
5. She uploaded the new Aadhaar to her bank to refresh KYC; the salary credit hold was lifted within 48 hours.
6. She updated her mutual fund AMCs and demat account using the same Aadhaar; modified-KYC ran cleanly because PAN and Aadhaar matched.

Net cost: Rs. 107 (PAN) + Rs. 0 (Aadhaar) = Rs. 107 cash and about three hours of admin spread over a week.

What to do this week

1. Open myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and confirm that your address, mobile, and email on Aadhaar are current. Update via OTP login.
2. If your Aadhaar is older than 10 years, do the free document refresh; it keeps UIDAI's source proofs current.
3. If your mobile number on Aadhaar is wrong or inactive, schedule an Aadhaar Seva Kendra visit; you cannot fix this online.
4. After any Aadhaar update, also align PAN, bank, and mutual fund KYC so the chain stays consistent.
5. Run the 6-step assessment at https://myfinancial.in to see your old-vs-new regime delta, unused deductions, and insurance gap in under 10 minutes.

FAQ

Is the Aadhaar update free in 2026?

Address updates and document-only refreshes are free under the current UIDAI fee waiver. Check uidai.gov.in for the current end date of the waiver, since it has been extended multiple times.

How long does an Aadhaar address update take?

7 to 30 days from the date of submission. Track the status on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in using the 14-digit URN.

Can I update Aadhaar without a mobile number registered?

No. The OTP login on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in needs your registered mobile. If your mobile is not registered, you must first visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra in person to add one.

What proof is needed for name change after marriage?

A marriage certificate is the cleanest proof. Gazette notification also works. UIDAI accepts a few other documents; check the latest list on uidai.gov.in.

How many times can I change my name on Aadhaar?

Twice in your lifetime. Use this carefully. For DOB, only one change is allowed; for gender, also only one.

What if my Aadhaar update is rejected?

UIDAI shares the reason on the status page. Common reasons are illegible documents, name mismatch between the proof and the existing Aadhaar, or document type not accepted. Fix and resubmit.

Should I update Aadhaar before PAN or after?

Update Aadhaar first when the source data (address, name) lives there. Then update PAN to match. This way, PAN-Aadhaar linkage remains intact during the changes.

Sources

• UIDAI: https://uidai.gov.in
• myAadhaar portal: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
• Income Tax Department: https://incometax.gov.in
• UIDAI notification on fee waiver: https://uidai.gov.in/en/my-aadhaar.html

This is general information, not personalised advice. For your situation, consult a Certified Financial Planner.