Aadhaar Update — Document Checklist

Pick what you want to update, then carry the proofs from the matching list. Originals are required for verification at the centre.

What you want to update — tick

• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Mobile number
• Photograph
• Biometric (fingerprint / iris)

Proof of Identity (PoI) — for name updates

• PAN card
• Passport
• Voter ID
• Driving licence
• Government-issued photo ID (employee / pensioner ID)
• Marksheet from a recognised board / university (with photo)

Proof of Address (PoA) — for address updates

• Passport
• Bank statement / passbook (latest)
• Electricity / water / gas / telephone bill (within last 3 months)
• Rent agreement (registered)
• Voter ID
• Driving licence

Proof of Date of Birth (DoB)

• Birth certificate
• SSLC / 10th marksheet showing DoB
• Passport
• PAN card
• Government-issued ID showing DoB

Before you go to the Aadhaar centre

• Carry originals + one self-attested photocopy of each proof.
• Keep the old Aadhaar / EID slip.
• Carry your registered mobile number — OTP is needed for many flows.
• Note the fee (small fee for update, free for biometric of children at 5/15 years).
• Get the Update Request Number (URN) slip before you leave.

After update

• Track the URN on uidai.gov.in ("Check Aadhaar update status").
• Download the updated e-Aadhaar once status shows complete.
• Re-link it where it matters (bank, PAN-Aadhaar, DigiLocker, EPFO, gas, scheme).