Right now, one of the most important documents in India is the Aadhaar card. It is needed for bank jobs, government schemes, and many other things. That is why it is important to keep your Aadhaar information correct. Recently, UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) changed the rules for Aadhaar updates and made a new fee structure. This new rule started on October 1. In this report, we will explain the new rules and fees for updating the Aadhaar card.
New Fee Structure for Aadhaar Update
- According to the new fee fixed by UIDAI, people will have to pay more for Aadhaar services than before. Here is the new fee structure:
- General Information Update: Earlier, updating details like name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number, or email cost ₹50. Now, it costs ₹75.
- Biometric Update: Earlier, updating fingerprints or iris scan cost ₹100. Now, it costs ₹125.
- Aadhaar Update from Home: You can also update Aadhaar from home. This service costs ₹700. To use it, you need to apply by emailing UIDAI.
Discounts in Some Cases
- While most fees have increased, some cases have discounts:
- For Children: Creating Aadhaar and updating biometric details for newborns is free.
- For Adolescents: Biometric update is free for children aged 5–7 years and 15–17 years. Earlier, it cost ₹50.
| Service Name | Old Fee | New Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Demographic Update – Name, Address, etc. | ₹50 | ₹75 |
| Biometric Update – Fingerprints, Iris | ₹100 | ₹125 |
| Home Service | N/A | ₹700 |
| Biometric Update for Children & Adolescents | ₹50 | Free |
| For Newborns | Free | Free |
Beware of Fake Aadhaar Cards
UIDAI has warned about fake Aadhaar cards. You can check if your Aadhaar is real by visiting the official UIDAI website or using the mAadhaar app.
It is very important for every Indian to know these changes. Keep your Aadhaar details correct and updated to avoid any problems in the future.