In a major digital push, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is working on a new mobile application, tentatively titled ‘e-Aadhaar’, that will allow citizens to update key personal information
such as name, address, date of birth, and mobile number directly from their smartphones. The app, still in development, is being designed as an all-in-one platform to simplify the often cumbersome Aadhaar update process.
According to sources within UIDAI, the upcoming app is expected to drastically reduce the need for physical visits to Aadhaar enrollment centres for routine updates. Instead, users will be able to make most changes remotely, through a user-friendly interface, thus eliminating long queues, paperwork, and delays. Only biometric updates, such as fingerprint and iris authentication, will continue to require in-person verification at designated centres from November 2025 onwards.
A major highlight of the new app will be the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Face ID technology to provide secure, remote access to Aadhaar services. This digital identification method is expected to offer both convenience and strong protection against identity fraud.
The app will also tap into government-verified databases to automatically retrieve supporting documents. This means that data from sources such as the PAN database, passport office, driving licence registry, PDS ration card system, and MNREGA records could be used to cross-verify user-submitted details. Utility bills, such as electricity statements, may also be accepted for verifying residential addresses.
The move is part of a broader effort by UIDAI and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to streamline Aadhaar-linked services and make them more accessible. Recently, the government launched the ‘Aadhaar Good Governance Portal’, a platform aimed at expediting Aadhaar verification requests while enhancing transparency and operational efficiency.
With over 130 crore Aadhaar holders in India, the new mobile application is expected to be a game changer, especially for those living in remote areas or with limited access to Aadhaar centres.
