Deadline to update Aadhaar free of cost extended to March 14

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has once again extended the deadline for free updation of Aadhaar by 3 months from December 14 to March 14, 2024. This service is, however, free only on the myAadhaar portal and attracts a fee of ₹50 at physical Aadhaar centres, as in the case earlier.

According to an office memorandum issued by the UIDAI, “Based on the positive response from the residents, it is decided to extend the facility for 3 more months i.e. from 15.12.2023 to 14.03.2024. Accordingly, the facility for document update shall continue to be free of cost through myAadhaar portal."

UIDAI has been encouraging residents to upload Proof of Identity and Proof of Address (PoI/PoA) documents to revalidate their demographic details, especially if Aadhaar was issued 10 years back and never got updated. If there is a need to change demographic details (Name, Date of Birth, Address, etc), the residents can use the online update service or may visit the nearest Aadhaar centre.

Residents can access the free service by logging onto https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/portal using their Aadhaar number.

A One Time Password (OTP) will be sent to the registered mobile number.

Further, users can go to ‘Document Update’, verify their details and upload documents to revalidate their information. To avail of the facility, one needs to submit proof of identity and address at the official website.