How to Update Aadhaar Details in 2025: Online, Offline, and by Post-Complete Guide

Updating Aadhaar will maintain your identity records correctly at banks, government services, PAN, passport, SIM cards, KYC platforms, and so on.

This updated 2025 guide explains all the methods, required documents, timelines, fees, and troubleshooting steps.

Quick Start: What You Can Update in Aadhaar (2025)

Can be updated ONLINE (SSUP Portal)

Address

Name

Date of Birth

Gender

Can be updated ONLY at Enrolment Centre

Mobile Number

Biometrics: Fingerprint / Iris

Photo

Can be updated BY POST in rare cases

Address:

Name

Date of Birth

Only if you cannot access online/centre.

 Method 1: Update Aadhaar Online (SSUP Portal)

Best for: Address, Name, Date of Birth, Gender

Steps

Open the SSUP Portal: uidai.gov.in → My Aadhaar → Update Demographics.

Enter your Aadhaar number and Captcha.

Use OTP sent on your registered mobile number to verify.

Select the field you need to update.

Attach supporting documents (PDF/JPG).

Review → Submit.

Note your Update Request Number – URN.

Required Documents (Online)

Address proof (Aadhaar-approved list)

Proof of name change: Gazette, ID, Passport, etc.

DOB proof (Birth Certificate, Passport, SSLC marksheet)

3. Documents Required for Aadhaar Update:

Regardless of the method chosen, updating Aadhaar requires specific supporting documents to verify the changes. The list of documents may vary depending on the field being updated, but commonly accepted documents include:

– Proof of identity: Passport, PAN card, voter ID, driving license, etc.
– Proof of address: Passport, bank statement, utility bill, etc.
– Proof of date of birth: Birth certificate, SSLC certificate, etc.

It is essential to provide valid and authentic documents to avoid any delays in the update process.

4. Important Points to Remember:

– Ensure that the information being updated is correct and accurate.
– Double-check all documents before submission to prevent any discrepancies.
– Keep the Update Request Number (URN) safe for future reference and tracking.
– There is no fee for updating Aadhaar information through the UIDAI’s official channels.

Conclusion:

Aadhaar has emerged as an essential tool for identity verification and accessing various government and private services in India. Regularly updating the information associated with Aadhaar is crucial to maintain its relevance and reliability. The UIDAI provides several user-friendly methods, including online updates, enrollment centers, and postal services, to cater to the diverse needs of residents across the country. By following the correct process and providing accurate documents, individuals can ensure that their Aadhaar information remains up-to-date, contributing to a more efficient and secure identity verification system.Processing Time

48–72 hours (usually)

⚡ Method 2: Update Aadhaar at Enrolment/Update Centre

Best for:

✔ Update mobile number

✔ Biometrics update

✔ Photo update

✔ DOB correction with strong proof

Steps

Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Carry original documents.

Fill Aadhaar Update Form.

Biometric verification.

Collect Acknowledgement Slip + URN.

Processing Time

7–15 days (sometimes faster)

⚡ Method 3: Update Aadhaar by Post (Offline)

Only for:

✔ Address

✔ Name

✔ Date of Birth

Steps

Download Aadhaar Update Form (UIDAI).

Fill in CAPITAL letters.

Attach self-attested photocopies of documents.

Post to:

UIDAI Post Box No. 10,

Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh – 480001