If you have been eager to update your Aadhaar card details, you are reading the right article. Maintaining accurate personal information on your Aadhaar card is critical, as the unique identification number serves as the primary document for countless government and financial services across India.
An incorrect address on your Aadhaar can lead to severe issues with KYC (Know Your Customer) compliance, bank accounts, and benefits distribution. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) offers simple, step-by-step processes for residents to perform an Aadhaar adress correction both online and offline.
Note that as of now, UIDAI allows only address updates online. For name, date of birth and mobile number, the update facility is available exclusively at Aadhaar centres or post offices.
UIDAI is overhauling the Aadhaar update process:
The UIDAI is overhauling the Aadhaar update process to make it faster and eliminate unnecessary paperwork. The new system will allow for automatic verification of a user’s information by cross-referencing it with existing government databases, including PAN cards, passports, and ration cards, significantly reducing the need for repeated document uploads. Furthermore, the UIDAI will begin accepting utility bills, such as electricity bills, as valid proof for address changes.
A new revamped mobile app is also on the way, which will introduce a secure digital Aadhaar with QR code functionality. This upgrade will remove the requirement for physical photocopies, letting users securely share a digital or masked version of their Aadhaar whenever necessary.
How to update Aadhaar address online
The most convenient method for updating Aadhaar address online is through the official UIDAI Self Service Update Portal (SSUP). This method requires the user’s mobile number to be registered with Aadhaar for OTP-based verification.
1. Access the portal: Visit the official UIDAI website and navigate to the Self Service Update Portal (SSUP).
2. Login and OTP: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the Captcha code. Click ‘Send OTP’ and enter the six-digit OTP received on your registered mobile number to log in.
3. Select ‘update Aadhaar address’ option: Choose the option to ‘Update Address’.
4. Enter correct address: Carefully enter the correct address exactly as it appears on your supporting document. Although Aadhaar allows multiple address change attempts, you should be accurate with the data you are providing.
5. Upload proof of address (PoA): Upload a scanned copy of a valid PoA document. Accepted documents include your rent agreement, LPG gas connection, and telephone bill.
6. Review and submit: Review the entered details and click ‘Submit.’ You will receive an Update Request Number (URN), which can be used to track the status of your Aadhaar address correction status.
The address correction is typically processed and reflected within a few days to a few weeks, after which the new e-Aadhaar can be downloaded.
