Aadhaar Card Details: Update or Correct

The Government of India has provided different forms of identity proofs for address, financial purposes, tax, and much more. Out of all the identity proofs, an aadhaar card is considered to be a mandatory document for every individual.

From the 29th of September 2010, when Aadhaar cards were introduced, they have become an essential document to carry around every day. From bank details to address verification, it is just enough when you have a copy of the Aadhaar card with you.

Now that we know how important it is, the details mentioned in the aadhaar card should be precise and correct. So, everyone makes sure that the details given are correct. In case the details are wrong, what is the alternative?

This article will explain all the steps related to updating and correcting your aadhaar details.

Table of contents 1. Importance of Aadhaar card 2. What is the need to update the aadhaar card? 3. Details that can be updated 4. When a biometric update is required? 5. How to update my aadhaar card details? a. Online - through the UIDAI website b. Offline - through the enrollment center c. By post 6. Steps to update/change mobile number 7. Steps to change address in aadhaar card 8. Steps to change Name and Date of birth 9. Documents required for aadhaar update a. POI documents b. POA documents c. DoB documents d. POR documents 10. Conclusion

Importance of Aadhaar card

Aadhaar card has got various importance:

• It serves as a unique identity proof for every individual because it has 12 unique digits. 
• An Aadhaar card is the identity of proof and address in the country. 
• You can generate the e-aadhaar card anytime, from the UIDAI website. 
• It is easy to link your bank details with the aadhaar card. 
• Aadhaar card serves as an important KYC document. 
• The details of the aadhaar card are linked to the individual’s biometrics. 

What is the need to update the aadhaar card?

This identity proof serves as an essential document in various places. The verification process in India is done with the submission of an Aadhaar card since the details are linked to the biometrics of every individual.

The information furnished in the card should be correct and genuine. The update option is available to make sure, the details mentioned are true and you can update the details when needed.

An update of aadhaar is always accompanied by a biometric update because there are possibilities for changes. By doing so we can ensure that there are no duplicate or fraudulent biometrics updated. An update in the aadhaar card should also be done on turning 15. Only biometrics are updated, in case of any changes that can also be carried on.

Details that can be updated

Here is the list of the details that can be corrected/updated in your aadhaar card:

• Name - minor changes permitted
• Date of Birth
• Address
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Email id
• Relationship
• Biometrics - fingerprints and eyes

When a biometric update is required?

When you visit an aadhaar enrollment center, a biometrics update is done mandatorily. But in certain situations, this update has to be done irrespective of other changes in the aadhaar card.

• When your child is less than 5 years during enrollment.
• When your child turns 15 years old. 
• When you meet with any kind of accident. 
• It is mandatory for every individual to update their biometrics every 10 years. 

How to update my aadhaar card details?

Updating or correcting the aadhaar card details can be done in two ways, 1. Online - through the UIDAI website 2. Offline - through the aadhaar enrollment center. 3. By post

1. Online - through the UIDAI website:

The aadhaar number and the registered phone number are essential to carry out your changes on the UIDAI website. The steps involved are as follows:

• Visit the UIDAI website.
• Login by entering the correct credentials such as an aadhaar number and registered mobile number.
• Enter the Captcha code and click on Send OTP. 
• Enter the OTP received to your mobile number. 
• Select Update Demographics Data. 
• Update or correct the necessary details and click on Proceed. 
• Relevant documents like address proof and birth certificate should be uploaded to make the necessary changes. 
• Review the changes made and submit the request. 
• An acknowledgment slip with URN (Update Request Number) will be generated, which can be used to track the status of the update. 

Details like name, date of birth, address, and gender can be updated online. But one should make sure that the mobile number is linked with the aadhaar card to carry out the changes.

2. Offline - through the UIDAI website:

Offline mode of aadhaar update is done by visiting aadhaar enrollment centers. Generally, banks and post offices are aadhaar enrollment centers. The steps for offline correction are as follows:

• Visit the nearest aadhaar enrollment center in your locality. 
• Fill in the form given at the center, with the necessary details. 
• Self-identity proofs are submitted along with the form at the center. 
• Rs. 25 is collected for correcting or updating the details.
• On completion of payment, the correction is processed. 

3. By post

The changes can also be done via postal services offered by the Government of India. The steps are as follows:

• The form that is given at aadhaar enrollment center can be downloaded easily. 
• Fill in the details that need to be corrected. 
• Attach the self-attested copies of the documents to be submitted along with the form. 
• Post the documents and form to the postal address mentioned below.

UIDAI Post box no. 10 Chhindwara, Madya Pradesh - 48001 India

UIDAI Post box no. 99 Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500034 India

Steps to update/change mobile number

1) Visit the nearest aadhaar enrollment center. 
2) Fill in the details in the form provided. 
3) Enter your new mobile number in the provided column. 
4) It is not necessary to mention the previous mobile number. 
5) No document of proof is required to be submitted when you update your mobile number. 
6) Fee payment of Rs. 50 should be done at the center. 
7) Submit the form, your request will be processed. 
8) Collect your acknowledgment slip with URN at the center.

Steps to change address in aadhaar card

1) Visit the UIDAI website. 
2) Click on myAadhaar and login by entering your aadhaar number and Captcha code. 
3) Generate OTP and enter. 
4) Choose the option ‘update name, address or date of birth’.
5) Click on Address and Proceed to update.
6) Fill in the details that are to be corrected. 
7) Upload the scanned copies of POA documents. 
8) Download the acknowledgment slip along with URN. 

Steps to change Name and Date of birth

1) Visit the nearest aadhaar enrollment center. 
2) Enter the details in the form provided. 
3) Fill in the necessary details that need to be changed or updated - Name and Date of Birth. 
4) Self-attested copies of the POI document are submitted along with the form.
5) A fee of Rs. 50 is paid to the executive. 
6) On completing the payment, the Name and DOB change are initiated. 
7) An acknowledgment slip with URN number is given to the requester. 

OR

1) Visit the UIDAI website. 
2) Click on myAadhaar and login by entering your aadhaar number and Captcha code. 
3) Generate OTP and enter. 
4) Choose the option ‘update name and date of birth’.
5) Enter the changes to be made. 
6) Upload the colored scanned copies of POI documents. 
7) Download the acknowledgment slip along with URN.

Documents required for aadhaar update

To update your aadhaar card, you need four kinds of documents. 1. Proof of Identity - POI 2. Proof of Address - POA 3. Proof of Date of Birth - DoB 4. Proof of Relationship - POR

The list of each document type is listed below:

A. POI documents
• Passport
• PAN card
• ECHS photocard
• Voter ID
• Photo ID card is given by the government
• Photo credit card
• Photo card of pensioner
• Photo card of freedom fighter
• Photo passbook of kisan
• Marriage certificate
• Identity certificate, given by a gazetted officer
• Disability ID

B. POA documents
•  Passport
• Voter ID
• Bank statement
• Bank passbook
• Account statement of the post office
• Ration card
• Previous three-month electricity/water/landline/gas bill
• Property tax receipt of last three months
• Insurance policy
• Credit card statement
• Photo and signed letter by the registered office
• ARMS license
• Kisan passbook
• Income tax assessment order
• Vehicle registration certificate
• Registered agreement of residential address (sold, leased, or rented)
• Domicile or caste certificate
• Partner/spouse/parent’s passport

C. DoB documents
• Birth certificate
• SSLC certificate
• Passport
• DoB certificate given by, the gazetted officer

D. POR documents
• PDS card
• MNREGA job card
• Marriage certificate
• Pension card
• Army canteen card
• Passport
• Family entitlement documents issued by State or central government
• Birth certificate
• Medical certificate
• Discharge slip
• Certificate of identity issued by village panchayat head

Conclusion

The necessity of an aadhaar card can be known in our everyday activities. In recent times the government has also made it mandatory to link your aadhaar card with other documents like the bank, PAN card, electricity bill, and much more.

A small mistake can affect the other identity proofs. So it is mandatory to make sure that the details provided in the aadhaar card are true and correct. Even if you change the details, you have to update it in the aadhaar as soon as possible.

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