Aadhaar Card Update: Here's How To Update Your Address, Name, Phone Number, Date Of Birth, Step-By-Step Guide

Keeping your Aadhaar details accurate might feel like a small task, but it can save you from a surprising amount of hassle. After all, Aadhaar has quietly become the backbone of almost everything, banking,

government benefits, KYC checks, even buying a new SIM. One tiny mistake in your name or address can suddenly turn into a roadblock, especially when you're in a rush. Thankfully, UIDAI hasn’t left people stranded; there’s a clear, mostly straightforward way to fix or update your Aadhaar information online or at authorised centres, here's how.UIDAI’s New Aadhaar Update OverhaulInterestingly, UIDAI is rolling out a refreshed update system designed to be quicker and far less paperwork-heavy (finally). Instead of asking you to repeatedly upload the same documents, future Aadhaar updates will rely more on automatic verification by cross-checking your details with databases, like PAN, passport, ration card, and more. They’re even preparing to accept utility bills, like electricity bills, as valid proof of address, which should make life easier for anyone who doesn’t have traditional address documents handy. On top of that, the all-new Aadhaar app now gives you a safer digital Aadhaar with QR-based verification, meaning fewer photocopies to carry around and fewer chances of misplacing them.ALSO READ: New Aadhaar App Launched: Check How To Download On iOS And Android, All Features And MoreHow To Update Aadhaar Details OnlineIf you prefer doing things yourself instead of standing in queues, the Self-Service Update Portal (SSUP) is your best bet. You can update essential details-name, phone number, address, date of birth, right from your phone or laptop. Just keep in mind: your mobile number must already be linked to your Aadhaar, because every step is verified through OTP. Also, some updates like name correction, have a strict “one-time only” rule, so double-check your spelling before hitting submit.To start, go to the UIDAI website, open the SSUP page, and enter your Aadhaar number along with the captcha. You’ll get an OTP on your registered mobile number. Once you’re in, simply pick what you want to update: address, name, date of birth, mobile number and fill in the corrected information exactly as it appears on your supporting documents. A small mismatch is often enough for UIDAI to reject the request, so precision matters here.You might need to upload a supporting document based on the update. UIDAI accepts a long list, including your PAN card, passport, voter ID, driving licence, and soon, utility bills for address changes. After you submit the request, you’ll receive a URN (Update Request Number), which lets you track your update status and see when the changes go live.