Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents in the nation. It contains several crucial details about citizens including names, addresses, photos, biometric data, and more. But what would you do if your Aadhaar card contained an error? You would have it fixed, right? But how? Here, we’ll explain.
Your Aadhaar needs to be error-free as it is one of the most crucial documents required to verify your identity and complete official tasks. Online corrections for errors in your name, address, date of birth, and other information on your Aadhaar card are simple to complete. You simply need to adhere to a few basic instructions.
How To Update Your Aadhaar Card Online?
According to the official website of UIDAI, an individual is permitted to change their name on the Aadhaar Card only twice. The date of birth and gender of the Aadhaar card holder can be changed only once.
Steps To Update Your Aadhaar Card
Step 1: Go to the official UIDAI web portal.
Step 2: On the top left corner of the website, click on ‘My Aadhaar’.
Step 3: Go to the section ‘Update Your Aadhaar’ and click the ‘Update your Demographics Data Online’ option.
Step 4: After tapping on it, you will get to the official website of the UIDAI Self Service Update Portal.
Step 5: Log in with your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Click on Send OTP after filling the captcha. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 6: A new page will load after you enter the OTP. Now, you have to provide your personal information including your name, address, and date of birth.
Step 7: Select the section where you want to make the changes. You can now get the option to change your name, date of birth, and address. Click on update name if you wish to update your name.
Step 8: To change the name, you must have ID proof. You must upload your PAN card, driver’s license, voter ID card, and ration card as identification proof.
Step 9: Once you are done with filling in all the details, a verification OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number and you will need to verify it. Now, you can save the changes.
