My Aadhaar Uidai

My Aadhaar Card is a significant identity card that was issued by Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). It is distributed to all citizens of India and has a special 12-digit Aadhaar. This number assists in the identification of an individual in the most secure way. The Aadhaar card comprises of my personal details such as full name, date of birth, gender and address of my residence. It holds a photograph of mine as well as my biometric information such as fingerprints and iris scan. This information renders the Aadhaar system precise and valid.

Aadhaar number is a 12-digit number that is associated with a wide range of services provided by the government and other parties. It is applied in the opening of bank accounts, acquisition of mobile SIM cards, involves filing income tax returns, receipt of subsidies, and welfare schemes. It is also useful in Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) in which the money is transferred directly to the bank account of the beneficiary.

Aadhaar comes in physical cards, PVC cards, and digital cards in the form of mAadhaar app. Also, it is downloadable online in the form of e-Aadhaar containing a QR code to verify it, which makes it a safe and reliable document to identify me and address. It is significant in the acceleration, transparency and efficiency of public services in India.

Aadhaar Related Services

Aadhaar Update Services allow residents to correct or change their name, address, date of birth, mobile number, and other personal details online or at authorized centers.

Update Aadhar Related Services

Get Aadhaar Related Services

How To Download Aadhar Online

how to easily download your Aadhaar card online in a step-by-step manner:

• Visit the myAadhaar MyAadhaar portal on the official Aadhaar download page.
• Select between using your Aadhaar number (12 digits), Enrolment ID (EID) or Virtual ID (VID).
• Enter the captcha/security code displayed and the required number.
• Click on Send OTP and enter the one time password that has been received in your registered mobile number.
• Once the OTP has been confirmed, select regular or masked Aadhaar (in case you want only last 4 digits to show).
• Click on the Verify and Download button to download your Aadhaar PDF.
• You have downloaded your PDF e-Aadhaar. It requires a password (usually initial four letters of your name in upper case with plus-sign and your year of birth).

Alternatively, you can always download it through the mAadhaar application or DigiLocker application with the same mobile number connected to your Aadhaar.

How To change Aadhaar Address.

This is how to update your Aadhaar address in an easy-to-follow short and well-organized format:

Go to the main UIDAI site.
Select the myAadhaar / Self-Service Update Portal on the UIDAI site.

Log in with your Aadhaar
Insert Aadhaar and registered mobile number. You will receive an OTP in your phone – fill-in to proceed.

Select “Address Update”
Select the address field out of the list of update options.

Enter your new address
Write down your new address very carefully. Ensure that spelling and information is accurate.

Upload Proof of Address (POA)
Attach a scanned document of any genuine address document such as utility bill, passport, voter ID, bank statement, etc.

Review and submit
Just check it out and place your order. You will receive URN (Update Request Number) to follow the status.

Track the update status
Check on UIDAI portal using your URN to determine whether your address modification is approved.

Unless you are able to update online (because you are not registered with your mobile number), you can also visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra / Enrolment Centre with your documents and update the address manually.

How to login on Uidai Aadhaar Portal

Here’s the simplest step to access the official UIDAI portal of MyAadhaar in order to administer your Aadhaar account online:

• Access the official MyAadhaar portal by accessing: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in using your browser.
• The homepage contains a button called Logan in which one clicks.
• Enter the 12 digits of your Aadhaar number into the log in field.
• Enter the captcha/security code as it is displayed.
• Click POTP (One-Time Password). The Aadhaar will be registered with a mobile number to which an OTP will be sent.
• Type in the OTP which you get on your phone.
• You will be presented with your Aadhaar dashboard where you may perform services such as updating your details, e-Aadhaar download or account status after verification.

This is the official process of logging in. Your registered mobile number needs to be active in order to receive the OTP that is needed to access.

How to Register on Uidai Aadhaar Portal

This is the registration process of the UIDAI Aadhaar portal (myAadhaar):

No independent registration as in an ordinary site.
You do not make a username/ password first. The portal is connected to your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number which is already linked to your Aadhaar record.

Check your mobile or email (not obligatory but helpful)
You can also use the Verify Email / Mobile service on the UIDAI portal to confirm that your contact information is properly connected with your Aadhaar (you may do the same already). This simplifies the process of logging in and OTPs.

Use Aadhaar + OTP to log in
You type in your 12-digit Aadhaar number and instruct an OTP when you want to utilize the portal. OTP is dispatched to the already registered mobile number with your Aadhaar. You get logged into the portal after keying in such OTP.

What is accessible on logging in.
Once you have logged in as such, you are able to access your Aadhaar profile and avail yourself of services such as update requests, e- Aadhaar downloads and status checks.

In case you do not have your mobile number registered with Aadhaar, you cannot do so and need to first visit an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Centre to add your mobile number.

Aadhaar Service Fee

Service	Approx. Fee (₹)	Notes
Aadhaar enrolment	Free	New Aadhaar number issuance does not cost the resident.
Demographic update (name, address, dob, mobile, email)	₹75	Applies at enrolment centres; online portal updates may vary.
Biometric update (photo, fingerprints, iris)	₹125	Charged when done at centre.
Aadhaar PVC card (credit-card style)	₹75	Includes GST and speed post; revised from ₹50 in 2026.
Home enrolment service (optional)	≈ ₹700	Extra service fee if Aadhaar is done at home (varies).

Docs required for Applying Aadhaar

Here’s a clear, simple list of the documents you need when applying for a new Aadhaar (enrolment) or updating it at an Aadhaar centre:

1. Proof of Identity (PoI)

You must show at least one official document that proves who you are. Common options include:

• Passport
• PAN card / e-PAN
• Voter ID (EPIC)
• Driving Licence
• Photo bank ATM card or credit card
• Government / PSU issued photo ID card
• CGHS/ ECHS / ESIC card with photo
• Pensioner or freedom fighter photo ID

2. Proof of Address (PoA)

One document that shows your current address:

• Passport
• Voter ID
• Driving Licence
• Ration card
• Utility bills (electricity, water, gas) from last 3 months
• Bank or post-office passbook / statement
• Property tax receipt / insurance policy
• Government-issued residential certificates

3. Proof of Date of Birth (DoB)

At least one to confirm your birth date (if required):

• Birth certificate
• Passport
• PAN card
• School mark sheet or certificate
• Date of birth certificate from gazetted officer

4. Proof of Relationship (PoR)

For children or if asked for relationship to family / head of family:

• Parents’ Aadhaar card
• Birth certificate showing parents’ names
• Other official family linkage documents

How to Book appointment

Here’s how you can book an appointment for Aadhaar services at an enrolment or update centre:

• comprise the official booking page.
  Go to the UIDAI appointment portal at: https://bookappointment.uidai.gov.in or the Book an Appointment link on the blue UIDAI site.
• Choose the type of centre
  You will find such options as Aadhaar Seva Kendra that is operated by UIDAI or Aadhaar Seva Kendra that operates by Registrar. Select the one you prefer.
• Select your state and city
  Select your State/Union Territory and City/District using the drop-down.
• Fill in your mobile number
  Get a mobile number that you can use and fill the captcha/security code. Then click Get OTP.
• Verify with the OTP
  Enter the one-time password you got in your phone to confirm.
• Choose service and slot
  Select the service required (new enrolment or update), choice of date and time slot that suits you.
• Confirm and note the details
  Once you submit you will receive an appointment confirmation with a special ID or slip. Remember this and take this along with your papers when you come to the Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Overview Table

Aspect	Details
What it is	A 12-digit unique identification number for residents of India
Issuing Authority	Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), under Ministry of Electronics & IT.
Who can get it	Any resident of India of any age.
Purpose	Serves as identity and address proof
Data collected	Biometric (photo, fingerprints, iris) and demographic info.
Validity	Lifetime once issued.
Uses	Opens bank accounts, verifies identity, links with govt schemes, can download e-Aadhaar, use for KYC/verification.
Types of Aadhaar	Physical Aadhaar letter, e-Aadhaar (digital PDF), PVC Aadhaar card (durable plastic).
Enrolment	Visit an Aadhaar Seva/Enrolment centre

How to Seed Aadhaar With Your Bank Account

• Go to your bank branch
  Go to the bank account where you have the account. Request the Aadhaar seeding/linking form.
• Fill in the details
  Enter your name, Aadhaar number and account number on the form as they are posted on your Aadhaar card.
• Submit your form
  Provide a self-propagated copy of your Aadhaar along with the form. Bank employees will check your information and provide you with a receipt.
• Wait for processing
  The bank enters your Aadhaar into its systems and forwards it to payments network (NPCI). It can take several days to accomplish.

Other Ways to Seed (Assuming Your Bank Will Support)

• Internet banking
  Go online and locate the option of the Aadhaar update or Link Aadhaar, fill in the Aadhaar number and submit.
• Mobile banking app
  Launch your bank application, tap on Services or My Accounts and tap on Aadhaar linking and input your number.
• ATM method
  Swipe your ATM card, then, under Services/Registration, Aadhaar Registration, and place in your Aadhaar.
• SMS or missed call (when there is no SMS)
  Other banks also allow you to connect Aadhaar through the SMS format or a missed call on a bank-specific number.

How to Check Seeding of Aadhaar.

• Check online on UIDAI site
  Go to the official UIDAI page → go to Check Aadhaar and Bank account linking status and enter your Aadhaar number, check it with OTP and the status will appear.
• Use the mAadhaar app
  In the application, tap My Aadhaar, tap Aadhaar-Bank Account Link Status and enter your information and confirm using OTP.
• Ask at your bank branch
  You can visit and check the seeding status on the system of bank staff when you visit with your Aadhaar.
• Seeding With Other Accounts (such as EPF/UAN)
• EPFO (PF account)
  Log on to the EPFO online portal using your UAN → go to Manage → KYC Add your Aadhaar and save. The system will verify it.
  Or you may go to the UMANG app → find EPFO services → e-KYC with Aadhaar seeding with UAN.

That’s a practical list you can follow to link your Aadhaar where it matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the procedure to access My Aadhaar portal?
Access the official site: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Press on the button of login. You will be required to enter your 12- digit Aadhaar number and a security code (captcha). After that, type in the OTP (One Time Password) that was sent to your registered mobile number.

Where can I download my Aadhaar card on the Internet?
Once logged in, select the option of downloading Aadhaar. You have the option of downloading an ordinary version or a masked Aadhaar (in which the first 8 digits are concealed to be safe). The file will be a PDF.

Which is the password of my downloaded Aadhaar PDF?
The length of the password is 8 characters. It consists of 4 letters of your first name (in capital letters) and your Year of Birth (YYYY).

Example: When your name is ANIL KUMAR and you have been born in 1995, your password is ANIL1995.

Where do I inquire about the Aadhaar update?
In case you have recently changed your address or any other information, then enter the portal and on the page that opens, you should see the option, Check Enrolment and Update Status. The next thing you will need to key in your Enrolment ID (EID) or Service Request Number (SRN) available in your acknowledgement slip.

Is it possible to change my mobile number on the Internet?
No. You are not allowed to change your mobile number online due to security reasons. To change your mobile number or biometrics (photo, fingerprints), you will need to visit a nearby Aadhaar Seva Kendra (Enrolment Centre) and update it.

What information is able to be updated online?
Now it is possible to update your Address online at the My Aadhaar portal, although it will require your mobile number to be connected to your Aadhaar to send the OTP. Name, Date of Birth, or Gender, you normally have to visit a centre unless UIDAI has some special online windows open.

Is Aadhaar renewal fee?
There were no charges on online document updates (to maintain your Aadhaar active) until June 14, 2026. Once this date and/or other demographic changes (such as address/name), 50 rupees are normally paid. It can cost 100 in terms of biometric updates in a centre.

What happens in case I have lost my Enrolment ID (EID)?
Don’t worry! Use the service of retrieving EID/UID on the UIDAI site. Name and registered mobile number. The system will include your Aadhaar number or EID sent to your phone through SMS.

What is a “Masked Aadhaar”?
A Masked Aadhaar is an adaptation of your card in which the final 4 digits of your Aadhaar number can only be seen. A better move is to share with the hotels or travel because they will not see your 12 digit number.

What is the time lag on an update?
The majority of online updates (such as address) are done within the 5 to 7 working days, whereas in particular cases, it might take up to 30 to 90 days. An SMS will be sent to you after the successful update.