Quick answer: Update your Aadhaar address online at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. You’ll need your Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP verification and a valid address proof document. The standard fee is ₹50, and updates typically reflect within a few days to 30 days. (UIDAI has periodically run free-update windows — check the portal for any active promotion before paying.)
Key Takeaways
- Address is the only demographic detail you can update fully online — name, DOB, and gender changes are restricted and limited in frequency.
- Mobile number and biometric updates require an in-person Aadhaar Seva Kendra visit; they can’t be done online.
- Standard fee is ₹50; UIDAI occasionally offers free windows, so check current status before paying.
- You’ll get a Service Request Number (SRN) or Update Request Number (URN) to track your application.
- If you lack address proof in your own name, a Head of Family (HOF)-based update option exists.
What You Can and Can’t Update Online
| Detail | Online update possible? |
|---|---|
| Address | Yes |
| Mobile number | No — Aadhaar Seva Kendra visit required |
| Biometrics (photo, fingerprints, iris) | No — Aadhaar Seva Kendra visit required |
| Name | Limited — restricted to 2 updates in a lifetime, and may require in-person visit depending on the change |
| Date of birth / Gender | Limited — restricted to one update each, typically requiring in-person verification |
Step-by-Step: Updating Your Address Online
- Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in using your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
- Verify with the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Select “Address Update” from the services menu.
- Enter your new address in English — the portal auto-transliterates it into your selected regional language (editable if needed).
- Upload a scanned colour copy of a valid address proof document (bank passbook, utility bill, rental agreement, passport, or similar).
- Review carefully and submit. Pay the ₹50 fee if no free-update promotion is currently active.
- Note your Service Request/Update Request Number (SRN/URN) — use it to track status.
If You Don’t Have Address Proof in Your Own Name
UIDAI allows a Head of Family (HOF)-based update: the family member whose name is on the address proof approves your update request via their own myAadhaar login with OTP consent, within 30 days of your request. This is useful for students or family members living at an address not directly in their name.
How Long It Takes
Processing generally takes anywhere from a few days up to 30 days, depending on document verification. You can check status anytime using your SRN/URN under “Check Aadhaar Update Status” on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Common Rejection Reasons
- Address proof document older than the accepted validity window (commonly around 3 months for utility bills).
- Address on the uploaded document doesn’t exactly match what you entered in the form.
- Blurry, incomplete, or low-resolution document scans.
- PIN code mismatch between the document and entered address.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming address updates are always free — check the current fee status on the portal before assuming a past free-window still applies.
- Uploading a document where the name doesn’t match your Aadhaar name — use the HOF process instead if this is your situation.
- Not saving your SRN/URN — without it, tracking your request becomes much harder.
FAQs
Is Aadhaar address update free?
The standard fee is ₹50. UIDAI has periodically offered temporary free-update windows — check the current status on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in before paying.
Can I update my mobile number online along with my address?
No — mobile number updates require an in-person visit to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, along with biometric verification.
How long does an address update take to reflect?
Typically a few days to 30 days, depending on document verification.
What if I don’t have an address proof document in my own name?
Use the Head of Family (HOF) option — a family member with matching address proof approves your request via their own Aadhaar login.
Why was my address update rejected?
Common reasons include an outdated document, mismatched address details, unclear scans, or PIN code mismatches — review these before reapplying.
Conclusion
Address is the one Aadhaar detail you can fully update online without visiting a center — as long as your document is recent, clear, and matches what you enter in the form. Keep your SRN/URN handy to track progress either way.
