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The Aadhaar card has become one of the most essential documents today. It's required for identification, address, banking, government schemes, school, college, or employment. In such a situation, any mistake in Aadhaar can hinder your work and cause repeated inconvenience.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has now issued some new rules regarding Aadhaar updates, which are crucial to know. This is especially true because some information can only be corrected once.

Name corrections are not a frequent option.
If your name is misspelled on your Aadhaar card or a title is missing, keep in mind that UIDAI does not allow repeated name corrections. If you update it once or twice and then realize the mistake, it will be difficult to correct it. Therefore, the first time you update your name, be sure to have the correct documents, such as your passport, voter ID, or PAN card, handy and carefully check each letter. Even a small mistake can lead to significant problems in the future.

Strictness in Date of Birth Updates
UIDAI only provides a one-time opportunity to update your date of birth. An incorrect date of birth can cause problems with government schemes, pensions, school admissions, or age certificates. When updating your date of birth, ensure you provide valid proof, such as a birth certificate or 10th-grade marksheet. Once updated, you won't be able to update your gender again. Therefore, it's crucial to carefully check all the details.

Gender Changes Allowed
UIDAI only allows you to update your gender once. If you've updated your gender before, you won't be able to do it again. Providing a valid document or self-declaration is mandatory when updating your gender. Be careful when updating your gender, as you won't get another chance.

Address and Mobile Number Updates Can Be Done Repeatedly
The good thing is that you can update your address as many times as needed. For example, if you've moved house or city, you can change your address. However, you'll need to provide proof of address each time, such as an electricity bill, bank statement, or rent agreement. You can also easily update your mobile number and email ID online, and verification is done through an OTP.

One mistake can be costly.
Wrong information when updating your Aadhaar can result in your update request being rejected. Therefore, carefully check all details before proceeding. Incorrect information can not only hinder your work but also cause document matching issues, which can hinder applications for banking, government schemes, passports, and more.

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