The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has recently revised the fee structure for updating Aadhaar card details. These changes are part of a broader effort to improve efficiency and meet the rising operational costs of maintaining Aadhaar services across the country. The new charges will be applicable until September 30, 2028, after which a revised structure will take effect again.
Let’s take a look at what’s changed and what it means for you.
🔄 What Kind of Updates Are Affected?
The new fee structure applies to the following types of Aadhaar updates:
- Demographic updates: Name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email, etc.
- Biometric updates: Fingerprints, iris scans, and photographs.
- Document uploads: Proof of identity or address.
- Aadhaar printouts and home enrolment services.
💸 Updated Fee Structure (2025–2028)
- Demographic Updates: ₹75
Earlier, the cost was ₹50. Now, any change to your name, address, date of birth, etc., will cost ₹75 if done through the myAadhaar portal or an enrolment center.
(Combined demographic + biometric update is charged only once.) - Biometric Updates: ₹125
This includes fingerprints, iris scan, and photo updates. From October 2028, this will rise to ₹150. - Document Updates:
- Free if done online via the myAadhaar portal until June 14, 2026.
- ₹75 if done at an enrolment centre.
- Aadhaar Printout: ₹40
You’ll pay ₹40 for a printout now, which will increase to ₹50 from October 2028. - Home Enrolment Service: ₹700
For people who cannot visit centres, Aadhaar enrolment or update can be done at home. The cost is ₹700 (including GST). For additional members at the same address, it’s ₹350 per person.
👶 Special Exemptions for Children
UIDAI has introduced free biometric update options to encourage parents to update their children’s Aadhaar:
- Free first biometric update for children aged 5–7 and 15–17.
- Children between 7 and 15 years can update their biometrics for free until September 30, 2026.
This helps ensure the Aadhaar remains accurate as the child grows, without burdening families with extra costs.
🔮 What to Expect After 2028
UIDAI has already shared the expected charges from October 1, 2028, to September 30, 2031:
- Demographic & document updates: ₹90
- Biometric updates: ₹150
- Aadhaar printouts: ₹50
These future rates show a steady increase in costs over time, so residents are advised to complete necessary updates before these new fees kick in.
📌 Key Takeaways
- Plan your Aadhaar updates early to save on fees.
- Use the myAadhaar portal to benefit from online discounts or fee waivers.
- If you have children, check their biometric update timelines for free services.
- Keep track of your Aadhaar update records and receipts for future reference.
With Aadhaar being a crucial part of identity verification in India—from banking to government schemes—staying updated and aware of changes like these helps avoid last-minute hassles and unnecessary expenses.