The government has extended the deadline for updating free Aadhaar details until September 14, 2024, as per the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) website.
Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identity number, is based on biometric and demographic information.
Each Aadhaar number is linked to an individual’s biometrics, thus detecting fake identities and preventing data leaks.
For individuals whose Aadhaar was issued over 10 years ago and has never been updated, the UIDAI advises submitting Proof of Identity and Proof of Address (PoI/PoA) documents to revalidate demographic information. This step aims to enhance service provision and authentication accuracy.
Steps to Update Aadhaar Details Online
To update Aadhaar details online, individuals must follow several steps:
- Visit the official UIDAI website (https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/) and login using Aadhaar number and OTP.
- Check and verify identity and address details displayed in the profile.
- If there is any difference, select and upload identity and address documents from the drop-down menu.
- Submit consent for the update.
How to Change Aadhar Photo
Changing Aadhaar photos involves a different process:
- Go to the UIDAI website and get the Aadhaar enrollment form.
- Fill in the required details and submit the form at the nearest Aadhaar Centre or Aadhaar Sewa Kendra.
- Provide biometric information and have a live photograph taken by officials.
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Upon submission, applicants receive an acknowledgment slip with an Update Request Number (URN) to verify the status of the Aadhaar update.
Restrictions on Aadhaar Updates
Certain limitations apply to Aadhaar updates and they are as follows:
- Date of birth can be changed only once, within plus or minus three years of the recorded date.
- While gender details can be updated once.
Whereas, Biometric information, such as iris scans, fingerprints, and facial photographs, cannot be updated online.
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