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Aadhaar Services 2026 — UIDAI's Full Citizen Suite

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· 2026/04/19 05:02

Direct answer. UIDAI's citizen services include: Aadhaar enrolment, mAadhaar app, online address/name/DOB updates, Aadhaar Lock (anti-fraud), eKYC for paperless verification, and PVC Aadhaar card delivery. Most via uidai.gov.in OR mAadhaar app.

Key services

Aadhaar Lock (most under-used; most powerful for fraud prevention)

  1. mAadhaar app → “Lock Biometrics” → enable.
  2. Now: no biometric authentication can use your Aadhaar (eKYC, payment, etc.).
  3. Unlock momentarily when needed (for KYC) → re-lock immediately.

If your Aadhaar gets misused (digital arrest scam, phishing, etc.), this is your first line of defence.

Common services

Service Where Cost
Aadhaar enrolment Aadhaar Seva Kendra Free
Mobile update uidai.gov.in / app ₹50
Address update uidai.gov.in / app ₹50
Name / DOB update Seva Kendra ₹50–100
Biometric update Seva Kendra ₹100
PVC card Online portal ₹50
eKYC Anywhere via OTP Free
Aadhaar Lock mAadhaar app Free

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Last reviewed: 3 May 2026.