Aadhaar Update Charges: Complete Fee Structure for Name, Address, DOB Change

Updating your Aadhaar card details — whether it's your name, address, date of birth, or biometrics — involves specific charges set by UIDAI. This guide covers the complete fee structure for all types of Aadhaar updates, both online and at enrolment centres.

Types of Aadhaar Updates

Aadhaar updates fall into two categories:

1. Demographic Updates — Name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number, email
2. Biometric Updates — Fingerprints, iris scan, photograph

Aadhaar Update Fee Structure

Note: GST is not charged on Aadhaar update fees. The fee is collected by the enrolment centre operator or deducted online during the update process.

Online Update Charges (myAadhaar Portal)

When you update demographic details through the myAadhaar portal, the charges are:

• ₹50 per update request — This covers any combination of demographic fields updated in a single request
• Payment can be made via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI
• You will receive a URN (Update Request Number) after payment

Steps to Pay Online

1. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
2. Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP
3. Select "Update Aadhaar Online"
4. Make changes to the required fields
5. Upload supporting documents
6. Pay ₹50 via available payment methods
7. Note down the URN for tracking

Aadhaar Centre Update Charges

When visiting an Aadhaar enrolment centre:

• ₹50 for demographic updates — Collected by the centre operator
• Free for biometric updates — Fingerprint, iris, and photo updates have no charge
• Always collect the acknowledgement slip with URN
• The centre operator must provide a receipt for the ₹50 fee

Important Rules at Centres

• No centre can charge more than ₹50 for demographic updates
• Biometric updates must be done free of cost
• If any centre charges extra, you can complain to UIDAI at 1947 (toll-free)

Biometric Update: Free Every 10 Years

UIDAI recommends updating biometrics every 10 years to keep your Aadhaar data current. Key points:

• Mandatory biometric update is free — No charges at any Aadhaar centre
• Children who enrolled before age 5 must update biometrics at age 5 and again at age 15 — both free
• Voluntary biometric updates are also free
• Biometric updates can only be done at Aadhaar enrolment centres (not online)

Mobile Number Update: Special Case

Updating your mobile number in Aadhaar has specific rules:

• Cannot be done online — You must visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre
• Fee: ₹50 at the centre
• You need to provide biometric authentication (fingerprint/iris) at the centre
• No documents are required for mobile number update — only biometric verification

Documents Required for Updates

For demographic updates, you need supporting documents:

• Name change: Passport, PAN card, voter ID, or gazette notification
• Address change: Utility bill, bank statement, passport, or rental agreement
• DOB change: Birth certificate, passport, PAN card, or school leaving certificate

For the complete list, check UIDAI's official document list.

Processing Time After Payment

Track your update status at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in using your URN.

Important Tips

1. Keep the URN safe — You need it to track update status and download the updated e-Aadhaar
2. One request covers multiple fields — If you're changing both name and address, do it in one request to pay ₹50 only once
3. Report overcharging — Call UIDAI helpline 1947 if any centre charges more than ₹50
4. Download updated e-Aadhaar — After the update is processed, download your new e-Aadhaar from the myAadhaar portal
5. Children's biometric updates are free — No centre can charge for mandatory biometric updates for children

FAQs

Is Aadhaar update free of cost?

Biometric updates (fingerprint, iris, photo) are free. Demographic updates (name, address, DOB, gender, email) cost ₹50 per request, whether done online or at a centre.

How much does it cost to change name in Aadhaar?

Changing your name in Aadhaar costs ₹50, whether you do it online through the myAadhaar portal or at an Aadhaar enrolment centre.

Can I update Aadhaar address for free?

No, address update costs ₹50 per request. This applies to both online and offline modes.

Is mobile number update in Aadhaar free?

No, updating your mobile number in Aadhaar costs ₹50. It can only be done at an Aadhaar enrolment centre, not online.

How much does biometric update cost?

Biometric updates are completely free at Aadhaar enrolment centres. This includes fingerprints, iris scan, and photograph updates. UIDAI has mandated that no centre can charge for biometric updates.

Can I update multiple fields in one request?

Yes. If you update name, address, and DOB in a single online request, you pay only ₹50 total. At a centre, the operator also charges ₹50 for all demographic changes made in one visit.

What payment methods are accepted for online update?

The myAadhaar portal accepts credit cards, debit cards, net banking, and UPI for the ₹50 update fee.

Disclaimer: CitizenNest is an independent platform and is not affiliated with UIDAI or any government body. Information is sourced from official UIDAI resources. Always verify current fees at uidai.gov.in before proceeding.