UIDAI released new list of documents required to update Aadhaar for 2025-26 – check list here
Aadhaar Updates: If you want to get a new Aadhaar card or want to change the name, address or photo in the old Aadhaar, then now you have to keep in mind the new rules. UIDAI has released a new list of documents required to update Aadhaar for 2025-26.
Aadhaar Update: If you want to get a new Aadhaar card or want to change the name, address or photo in the old Aadhaar, then now you have to keep in mind the new rules. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has released a new list of documents required to update Aadhaar for 2025-26.
More than one Aadhaar? Only the first one will be valid
UIDAI has clarified that if two or more Aadhaar numbers have been generated in someone’s name by mistake, then only the first Aadhaar number issued will be considered valid. All other Aadhaar numbers will be cancelled.
Four essential documents for Aadhaar
1. Identity proof – Under this, you can show passport, PAN card (e-PAN card is also valid), voter ID card, driving license, photo identity card issued by government/government undertaking, NREGA job card, pensioner identity card, Central Government Health Scheme/Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme card, transgender ID card as documents.
2. Address Proof – For address proof, you can use electricity/water/gas/landline bill (less than 3 months old), bank passbook or bank statement, ration card, passport, driving license, rent agreement (registered), pension document, residence certificate issued by state/central government.
3. Birth Certificate – School mark sheet, passport, pension document containing your date of birth, state or central government certificate containing date of birth can be used.
4. Proof of relationship (if required).
Who will be affected by the new rules?
– Indian citizens
– NRIs
– Children above 5 years of age
– Foreigners living in India on long-term visa
Foreigners and OCI cardholders will have to show their passport, visa, citizenship certificate or FRRO residence permit.
Update Aadhaar online for free
UIDAI has provided free online Aadhaar update facility till 14 June 2026. For this:
1. Login to myAadhaar portal.
2. Upload scanned copies of required documents.
3. Verify with biometric or OTP.
4. Download e-Aadhaar after updating.
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