You can now update their Aadhaar Card easily from THIS date; Know step-by-step guide, deadline, fee changes here
From November 1, Aadhaar holders will be able to update their name, address, DOB and mobile number online without documents. Centers are still needed for biometric updates. The deadline for PAN binding is December 31, 2025. UIDAI’s e-KYC and offline KYC simplify banking, post office accounts and payment services.
Aadhaar card holders have an important responsibility: keeping their KYC information up to date. From November 1, 2025, the process of updating Aadhaar details will become significantly easier. Users will be able to update their name, address, date of birth and mobile phone number online without the need to upload supporting documents. UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) will now streamline the update process by verifying information through official government databases such as PAN, passport, driving licence, report card, birth certificate and school records. Physical visits to an Aadhaar center will be required only for biometric updates such as fingerprint or iris scan.
Aadhaar Update Fee Changes
The latest fee revisions are implemented as of October 1, 2025:
Demographic Update: Rs 75 (earlier Rs 50) for updating name, address, date of birth, mobile number or email.
Biometric Update: Rs 125 (earlier Rs 100) for fingerprint, iris or photo changes.
Updates for Children: One-time biometric updates are free for children ages 5-7 and 15-17. Updates for children ages 7-15 will remain free until September 2026.
Document Based Updates: Fees at Aadhaar centers are Rs 75, but online updates are free until June 2026.
PAN–Aadhaar Link Deadline
All PAN cards need to be linked to Aadhaar by December 31, 2025. Failure to do so will lead to PAN deactivation from January 1, 2026, potentially leading to issues with mutual funds, demat accounts and tax-saving investments.
Easier Aadhaar e-KYC
To simplify KYC processes and increase privacy, UIDAI and NPCI introduced offline KYC and Aadhaar e-KYC Setu. These tools allow banks and NBFCs to verify their customers without requiring full Aadhaar numbers. Only active and non-duplicate Aadhaar numbers will be accepted for account opening or investment processes. Invalid or duplicate Aadhaar numbers may result in suspension of banking or investment services.
Upcoming Rules and Precautions
From January 1, 2026, new KYC and fraud monitoring rules will apply for the Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS).
Post office accounts like RD, PPF and NSC can now be opened using Aadhaar e-KYC, but outdated or disconnected Aadhaar may block deposits and withdrawals.
Here’s what Aadhaar holders need to do now:
Check Aadhaar status via UIDAI website or mAadhaar app.
Verify PAN-Aadhaar link on Income Tax portal.
Update Aadhaar details in bank and investment accounts.
Rural users should consult their cooperative banks or Aadhaar service centers for AePS updates.
Keep all Aadhaar linked KYC details updated regularly.
With these changes, updating Aadhaar becomes faster, safer and easier, ensuring users comply with the latest government guidelines.
