Aadhaar Appointment: If you have important Aadhaar-related tasks but want to skip the long lines at the center, booking an Aadhaar appointment is a smart choice. However, there may be times when you can’t make it to the Aadhaar center on the date you scheduled. In such cases, if you’ve already secured a slot, instead of leaving it unattended, you have the option to cancel or reschedule it. According to official information from UIDAI, you can manage your appointment before the scheduled time. Let’s explore how to cancel or reschedule your slot and what steps to take if you miss your appointment.
When can you cancel or reschedule?
As per UIDAI, if you’ve made an appointment for Aadhaar Seva Kendra and find yourself unable to attend at the designated time, you can cancel or reschedule it up to 24 hours before your appointment.
To do this, log in to the Appointment Portal using the same mobile number or email ID that you used to book the appointment.
How to reschedule an appointment?
If you prefer not to cancel your slot entirely and just wish to change the date or time, you can opt for the reschedule feature. Simply visit the UIDAI Appointment Portal and access your booking details. From there, you can choose a new slot from the available dates and times that suit you best. This means that if attending on the original date is not feasible, you can adjust your plans by selecting a new slot at the Aadhaar center.
Will you get my money back if you cancel appointment?
If you paid any fees when booking your appointment, UIDAI states that a refund will be processed upon cancellation. Typically, the refund can be credited to your account within 7 to 21 days. Therefore, if you find yourself unable to attend on the scheduled date, it’s advisable to cancel your appointment as early as possible.
What should you do if you miss your appointment?
If you can’t make it to the Aadhaar center on your scheduled date and time, you won’t be able to use any services for that slot. In this situation, you’ll have to book a new appointment as needed. If you already know you won’t make it on time, it’s better to cancel or reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance instead of just missing it.
What can you do during an appointment?
You can take care of a lot of important Aadhaar-related tasks at the Aadhaar Seva Kendra. This includes enrolling for a new Aadhaar, updating your name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number, and email ID. You can also get biometric updates and document updates done.
Things to remember
If you’ve set up an Aadhaar appointment but can’t make it for some reason, you have the option to cancel or reschedule it. According to UIDAI, you can do this up to 24 hours before your appointment time. This way, you can choose a new time that works for you and start the refund process if needed.