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Aadhaar Update: To ensure children's Aadhaar cards don't become useless, 10 million parents have done this, so you can do it too..

Shikha Saxena | February 10, 2026 1:15 PM CST

If you have a child between the ages of 5 and 15, this news is extremely important for you. UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) has clarified that timely biometric updates are essential for children's Aadhaar. According to UIDAI, this update has been completed for over 10 million children across the country so far.

If Aadhaar is not updated, it will become ineffective.

UIDAI states that if the biometric update is not completed by the prescribed age, the child's Aadhaar may be considered inactive. This could impact school admissions, scholarships, exam forms, government schemes, and other essential services.

Why is updating at the ages of 5 and 15 necessary?

UIDAI has established two key milestones for children's Aadhaar: 5 and 15 years old. Biometric updates are mandatory at both these stages. Recently, UIDAI has tightened its enforcement of this process and urged parents to adhere to the rules.

What does UIDAI's rule say?

According to UIDAI regulations, biometric updates for children are performed in two stages. The first update occurs at age 5. The child's new photo, fingerprint, and eye scan are added to Aadhaar. This process is completely free. The second update is performed at age 15. This biometric update is updated again, ensuring that Aadhaar remains valid for future years.

Why is this important?

Parents often overlook the update deadlines after obtaining Aadhaar for their children. However, this UIDAI rule directly impacts the child's future. Timely biometric updates prevent legal or administrative complications. UIDAI's goal is to keep Aadhaar data accurate and secure, preventing fraudulent identification and misuse.

Where and how to update children's Aadhaar biometrics?
You can update your child's biometrics at the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorized Aadhaar center. The child's Aadhaar number and the parents' Aadhaar and identity cards are required. The first update at the age of 5 years is absolutely free, while updates after 15 years may incur a nominal fee.

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