NEW DELHI: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a one-year extension of deadline for complimentary online Aadhaar updates.The initiative, deadline for which is now extended to June 14, 2026, enables citizens to upload documents without cost via the myAadhaar portal, benefiting numerous Aadhaar holders nationwide who wish to maintain current records.The UIDAI social media post on X said, “UIDAI extends free online document upload facility till 14th June 2026; to benefit millions of Aadhaar Number Holders. This free service is available only on myAadhaar portal. UIDAI has been encouraging people to keep documents updated in their Aadhaar.”UIDAI facilitates online updates of Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents to maintain database accuracy. This service particularly assists individuals requiring changes due to personal circumstances.Previously, this service cost Rs 50, while physical centre updates still remain chargeable. UIDAI has temporarily removed online charges to encourage document maintenance until the specified deadline.UIDAI advises updates for holders with decade-old Aadhaar cards and those with altered personal details. For mobile number, email, biometric or photo updates, visits to Aadhaar Enrollment/Update Centres remain necessary, with applicable charges.Meanwhile, the complimentary document update service remains available through myAadhaar portal until June 14, 2026, after which standard charges may resume.Online update instructions:
- Access the myAadhaar portal and authenticate with your Aadhaar number and OTP
- Review profile details
- Verify the displayed information
- Choose an identity document
- Upload the identity document (under 2 MB; JPEG, PNG, or PDF)
- Select an address document
- Upload the address document (under 2 MB; JPEG, PNG, or PDF)
- Provide consent
- Download the acknowledgement upon completion
