How to Apply Aadhaar Card And Update Process In Online – Step by Step Guide

 

Introduction ;

                An Aadhaar Card is a unique identification card issued by the Government of India through the UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India). Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique number given to every Indian resident. It is based on biometric and demographic data. In this guide, you will learn how to apply for an Aadhaar Card online step by step.

Step 1: Visit the Official UIDAI Website

• Go to the official Aadhaar website:

•  https://uidai.gov.in

Step 2: Book an Aadhaar Enrollment Appointment

• Click on “My Aadhaar”

• Select “Book an Appointment”

• Choose “Book an Appointment at Aadhaar Seva Kendra” 

Step 3: Enter Your Mobile Number

• Enter your active mobile number

• You will receive an OTP

• Enter the OTP to continue

Step 4: Fill the Aadhaar Enrollment Form
Enter the following details:

• Full Name

• Date of Birth

• Gender

• Address

• Parent/Guardian details (for children)

• Step 5: Upload Supporting Documents

• Upload scanned copies of:

• Proof of Identity (POI) – Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card

• Proof of Address (POA) – Bank Statement, Electricity Bill

• Proof of Date of Birth (DOB) – Birth Certificate (if available)

Step 6: 

• Select Aadhaar Enrollment Center

• Choose your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra

• Select a date and time slot

• Confirm your appointment

Step 7: 

• Visit the Aadhaar Center

• On the appointment day:

• Carry original documents

• Give biometric details (fingerprints, iris scan, photo)

Step 8: 

• Get Acknowledgment Slip

• You will receive an Enrollment ID (EID)

• Use this ID to track Aadhaar status online

Step 9: 

• Check Aadhaar Status

• Visit: https://uidai.gov.in

• Click “Check Aadhaar Status”

• Enter your EID

Step 10: 

• Download e-Aadhaar

• Once approved:

• Go to Download Aadhaar

• Enter Aadhaar / EID

• Verify OTP

• Download e-Aadhaar PDF

IMPORTEN  NOTE ;

• Aadhaar enrollment is FREE

• Aadhaar is voluntary but widely required

•  Aadhaar card is usually issued within 7–90 days

INFORMATION  STORED  ADHAAR CARD ;

• Information stored in Aadhaar

• Name

• Date of Birth

• Gender

• Address

• Photograph

• Biometrics:

• Fingerprints

• Iris scan

PORPOSE FOR  AADHAAR CARD ;

Aadhaar helps the government and citizens to:

• Prove identity and address

• Receive government subsidies & benefits

• Open bank accounts

• Get mobile SIM cards

• File income tax

• Access many online & offline services

Who can apply?

• Any resident of India, including:

• Children

• Senior citizens

• Foreign residents living in India for a long period

Aadhaar formats ;

1. Physical Aadhaar card
2. e-Aadhaar 
3. mAadhaar (mobile app)
4. Virtual ID

HOW  TO  AADHAAR CARD  UPDATE  PROCESS

What Details Can Be Updated in Aadhaar?

•  Online- Update  (Limited)

• Address (Address Update only online)

•  Name, DOB, Gender (Aadhaar  center)

Aadhaar Update Types ;

• Name Correction
•  Date of Birth Correction
•  Gender Change
•  Mobile Number Update
•  Email ID Update
•  Biometric Update (fingerprint, iris, photo)

METHOD 1: Aadhaar Address Update – ONLINE

Step 1: 

• Visit UIDAI Official Website
• Go to   https://uidai.gov.in

Step 2: 

• Login to My Aadhaar

• Click “My Aadhaar”

• Select “Update Aadhaar”

• Click “Update Address Online”

Step 3: 

• Enter Aadhaar Number

• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number

• Click Send OTP

• Enter OTP received on your registered mobile number

Step 4:

•  Choose Address Update Method

• Select “Update Address by Uploading Proof”

Step 5: Enter New Address

• Type your new / correct address carefully

• Ensure it matches your document

Step 6: Upload Address Proof Document

• Upload scanned copy of any one:

• Bank Passbook

• Electricity / Water Bill

• Voter ID

• Ration Card

• Passport

Step 7: Review and Submit

• Check all details

• Submit the request

• Note the Update Request Number (URN)

Step 8: Track Update Status

• Go to Check Aadhaar Update Status

• Enter URN to track progress

Step 9: Download Updated Aadhaar

• Once approved, download e-Aadhaar PDF

• Address update usually takes 5–15 days

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Aadhaar address can be updated online

•  Other details require Aadhaar center visit

•  Keep mobile number active for OTP

•  Aadhaar update is mandatory if details are wrong

conclusion ;

Aadhaar is voluntary, but it is required for many services.
It is not proof of citizenship, only proof of identity.