UIDAI allows parents to update their child’s Aadhaar details at no cost across all centers
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced that Aadhaar updates for children between the ages of 5 and 17 are now completely free. This decision makes it easier for parents to keep their child’s Aadhaar information accurate as they grow.
The free service applies to all demographic updates such as name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email ID and photograph. Parents can visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorized enrollment center to make the corrections without paying any fee.
Biometric Updates Required at Age 5 and 15
Children’s biometric features change as they grow. For this reason, UIDAI requires mandatory biometric updates at the age of 5 and again at 15. These biometric updates include fingerprints, iris scans and a fresh photograph. They are provided free of cost to ensure that the Aadhaar remains valid for future authentication.
What Parents Can Update for Free
UIDAI has confirmed that the following details for children aged 5 to 17 can be updated without any charges:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Address
- Mobile number
- Email ID
- Photograph
Parents can complete these updates at Aadhaar Seva Kendras or other authorized enrollment centers.
Supporting Documents Are Needed
To update a child’s Aadhaar details, parents must provide valid supporting documents. The required documents depend on the type of update needed. For example:
- A birth certificate is required for any change in date of birth
- Address proof of the parent or guardian is needed for updating the child’s address
- A school certificate may be used for name-related changes
UIDAI advises parents to ensure that all documents are correct and updated to avoid delays.
Why Timely Updates Are Important
Accurate Aadhaar details are necessary for school admissions, government benefit schemes, scholarships, bank services and various digital identification needs. Since children’s personal information changes as they grow, regular updates help avoid issues with authentication or application processes.
Parents Encouraged to Update Details Early
UIDAI has requested parents to complete their child’s mandatory biometric updates as soon as they reach the age of 5 and again at 15. Early updates ensure smoother access to services linked with Aadhaar and prevent difficulties during verification.
FAQs
- Is the Aadhaar update for children really free now?
Yes, all demographic and biometric updates for children aged 5 to 17 are free at authorized Aadhaar centers.
- Which details can be updated without charges?
Parents can update the child’s name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email ID and photograph.
- Are biometric updates also free?
Yes, biometric updates at the age of 5 and 15 are free of cost.
- What documents are needed for the update?
Documents depend on the update. For example, a birth certificate is needed for date of birth corrections and address proof is needed for address changes.
- Why are biometric updates required at 5 and 15?
Children’s biometrics change as they grow. Updating them ensures that Aadhaar authentication works correctly when needed
