UIDAI Extends Deadline for Free Aadhaar Card Updates by One Year

✅ Free Update Facility Extended

The Unique Identification Authority of INDIA (UIDAI) has announced a one-year extension for the free online update of Aadhaar demographic data. Aadhaar holders now have until June 14, 2026 to make changes at no cost via the myAadhaar portal timesofindia.indiatimes.com+4freepressjournal.in+4republicworld.com+4marathi.indiatimes.com+15m.economictimes.com+15indiatimes.com+15.

🕒 What’s Changed

Originally, the free update deadline was June 14, 2025. UIDAI’s latest extension supports greater accessibility, allowing individuals to update identity (PoI) and address (PoA) documents online for another full year. This initiative aligns with UIDAI’s objective of ensuring that Aadhaar data remains accurate and current timesofindia.indiatimes.com+6m.economictimes.com+6businesstoday.in+6.

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🎯 Who Should Update?

Individuals whose Aadhaar is over 10 years old and hasn’t been updated
Those undergoing name, address, or other demographic changes due to relocation, marriage, etc.
Parents of children aged 5–15, requiring biometric re‑enrolment m.facebook.com+15patrika.com+15indiatimes.com+15moneycontrol.com+3republicworld.com+3m.economictimes.com+3

If not updated, the Aadhaar could become inactive or invalid for essential services.

🗂️ Required Documents & Formats

To access the free update:

Upload PoI and PoA documents such as voter ID, passport, utility bill, ration card, or driving licence
File formats accepted: JPEG, PNG, or PDF, each under 2 MB, via the “Document Update” section on the myAadhaar portal marathi.indiatimes.com+15republicworld.com+15m.economictimes.com+15
Note: Updates to biometrics, photo, or mobile number still require visiting an Aadhaar Centre and do incur a fee.

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🌐 Step-by-Step Online Process

Visit the myAadhaar portal (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in)
Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP sent to your registered mobile
Click Document Update
Upload valid PoI and PoA documents
Submit your request and note the URN (Update Request Number)
Track the application status via your URN; upon verification, updated records will reflect in your Aadhaar profile x.com+15businesstoday.in+15republicworld.com+15patrika.com+2republicworld.com+2m.economictimes.com+2

🛡️ Why It Matters

Aadhaar is integral to:

Banking services
Government assistance and financial subsidies
KYC verification across sectors like telecom, insurance, and education

Updating demographic information prevents service interruptions and enhances data security republicworld.com+1en.wikipedia.org+1indiatimes.com.

🧩 Offline Updates Still Available

For updates to biometrics (fingerprint, iris), photo, mobile number, or email:

Visit your nearest Aadhaar Seva Centre
A nominal fee (₹ 50) is applicable per update

Online updates remain free up to June 14, 2026 republicworld.com+1timesofindia.indiatimes.com+1freepressjournal.intimesofindia.indiatimes.com+11patrika.com+11m.economictimes.com+11.

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✅ Final Checklist

Task	Online (Free)	Offline (Paid)
Proof of Identity (PoI) Update	✅ Until June 14 2026	✅ ₹ 50 if after deadline
Proof of Address (PoA) Update	✅ Until June 14 2026	✅ ₹ 50 if after deadline
Biometrics / Mobile / Email / Photo	❌ – Must visit centre	✅ ₹ 50 each

🔚 In Summary

UIDAI’s deadline extension until June 14, 2026, offers a valuable opportunity for citizens to update Aadhaar records online for free. This initiative supports demographic accuracy and ensures uninterrupted access to essential services—all through a seamless digital process.

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