Aadhaar holders can check their registered details online through UIDAI services and correct certain information when required. While address and document updates are available online, changes to details such as mobile number, name, date of birth and gender may require a visit to an Aadhaar centre.
Aadhaar Details You Should Check Regularly
Your Aadhaar record contains important demographic information such as your name, date of birth or age, gender and address. Mobile number and email are also associated with the Aadhaar record when provided.
Keeping these details accurate matters because Aadhaar authentication is used across several government and private services. UIDAI itself advises residents to ensure that their Aadhaar information remains accurate and updated.
Before applying for a correction, check the information already recorded against your current documents. A spelling difference in your name, an outdated address or an incorrect date of birth can create problems when Aadhaar details are used for verification.
How to Check Aadhaar Information Online
The official UIDAI website provides access to Aadhaar-related online services through the myAadhaar portal.
To access online services, you generally need your Aadhaar number and access to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar because authentication uses an OTP. UIDAI says the registered mobile number is essential for accessing Aadhaar online services.
The official process is:
- Visit the UIDAI website and open the myAadhaar section.
- Log in using your Aadhaar number.
- Complete the OTP verification sent to your registered mobile number.
- Use the relevant Aadhaar service to view or manage available information.
- Check whether your personal details match your valid documents.
Use only the official UIDAI website or myAadhaar portal for Aadhaar-related services. Avoid entering your Aadhaar number or OTP on links received through unknown messages, emails or social media posts.
Which Aadhaar Errors Can Be Fixed Online?
This is an important distinction because not every Aadhaar correction can currently be completed online.
UIDAI’s current online services specifically provide for address updates and document updates through myAadhaar. Other demographic corrections generally require a visit to an Aadhaar Enrolment or Update Centre.
For example, if you have moved from one city to another, you can request an address update online if you have the required proof of address and a registered mobile number.
For changes involving your mobile number, UIDAI says the update is not permitted through the online mode and requires a visit to an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or the applicable postman service.
How to Update Your Aadhaar Address Online
Address correction is one of the main Aadhaar services available online.
You need a valid proof of address accepted by UIDAI. After logging in to myAadhaar with your Aadhaar number and OTP, you can submit an address update request and upload the required document. UIDAI verifies the submitted information before processing the request.
Common documents accepted for address-related purposes include certain utility bills, bank or post office documents, valid rent or lease agreements and other documents listed in UIDAI’s supporting-document list. The exact document requirements should be checked on the official UIDAI website before submitting the request.
Make sure the address entered in the request matches the supporting document. UIDAI says requests can be rejected when the document is invalid, is not in the Aadhaar holder’s name, does not match the submitted address or is uploaded as an unclear scan.
What If Your Name, Date of Birth or Gender Is Wrong?
If your name, date of birth or gender does not match your actual identity documents, you should approach an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
UIDAI’s current FAQ says demographic details such as name, gender and date of birth can be updated by visiting an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
There are also limits on how often some of these details can be changed. According to UIDAI, the name can normally be updated twice during a person’s lifetime, while gender and date of birth can normally be updated once.
Because these fields have update limits, residents should check their supporting documents carefully before submitting a correction request.
What Documents Are Needed for Aadhaar Correction?
The document depends on the type of information being corrected.
For an address update, UIDAI requires an accepted Proof of Address document. For document updates, residents may need Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents from the accepted list. Examples of documents recognised by UIDAI include passports, voter identity cards, certain government documents, PAN or e-PAN for identity purposes, and eligible utility bills or bank documents for address purposes.
Do not upload a random document simply because it contains your name or address. Check whether it appears on UIDAI’s current supporting-document list and whether the information matches the correction being requested.
How to Track an Aadhaar Update Request
Submitting an Aadhaar correction request does not automatically mean that the information will be changed.
UIDAI states that submitted requests undergo verification and validation. Only after the request passes the required checks is the change processed.
The myAadhaar portal provides an option to check the status of an address update request. UIDAI also provides Aadhaar update history, which can help residents review previous changes made to their Aadhaar record.
If an application is rejected, check the reason and the document requirements before submitting another request. Uploading a clearer and valid document and ensuring that the information matches the application can help avoid common document-related rejections.
Aadhaar Update Charges and Current Online Services
Aadhaar service charges can vary according to the type of update and where the service is completed. UIDAI’s current online information states that document submission through myAadhaar is available without a fee until June 14, 2027, while document submission at an Aadhaar centre carries the applicable charge.
UIDAI’s website should be checked before payment because service charges and temporary fee relaxations can change.
For address updates, users should also rely on the amount displayed on the official portal rather than information shared on social media or third-party websites.
What to Do If Your Registered Mobile Number Is Not Active
A registered mobile number is particularly important for online Aadhaar services because OTP authentication is used.
If your mobile number is not registered with Aadhaar, or you need to change the existing mobile number, UIDAI says you need to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre for the applicable service. Mobile number updates are not currently available through the normal online update process.
This is especially relevant for people who have changed their phone number after moving to another city, changing jobs or switching telecom providers.
Takeaways
- Aadhaar holders can use the official myAadhaar portal to access available online services.
- Address and document updates can be handled online subject to UIDAI’s requirements.
- Mobile number changes and several demographic corrections require an Aadhaar centre visit.
- Always use valid documents and check UIDAI’s current requirements before submitting a correction request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I check my Aadhaar details online?
Yes. UIDAI provides online Aadhaar services through the myAadhaar portal. Access to online services requires authentication using the registered mobile number.
Can I change my Aadhaar address online?
Yes. Address update is available through myAadhaar when the required conditions are met, including OTP authentication and submission of an accepted proof of address.
Can I change my Aadhaar mobile number online?
No. UIDAI currently requires residents to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or use the applicable postman service for mobile number updates.
How many times can I change my Aadhaar name or date of birth?
Under UIDAI’s normal update limits, the name can be updated twice, while gender and date of birth can each be updated once during a person’s lifetime. Exceptional cases are subject to UIDAI’s prescribed process.