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Aadhaar online updates now free till June 2027
19 May 2026

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced an extension of the free online document update service on the myAadhaar portal.

The facility will now be available until June 14, 2027.

The service enables Aadhaar users to update their Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents online, without paying any fees usually charged at physical Aadhaar centers.

A look at significance of Aadhaar
Importance

Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identification number issued to Indian residents, is widely accepted as proof of identity and address for government and private services.

The UIDAI's move to extend the free online document update facility is aimed at encouraging more residents to keep their demographic details updated through digital channels.

How to update documents online?
User guide

To update their Aadhaar documents online, you have to visit the myAadhaar portal and log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP.

Now, upload scanned copies of valid PoI and PoA documents, submit the request online, and save the 14-digit Update Request Number (URN) to track application status.

For address updates, you need to log in to the Aadhaar self-service update portal, click on 'Proceed to Update Address,' enter new address details with supporting proof before submitting their request.