Aadhaar update extended by 3 months; new deadline is Dec. 14

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has now extended the deadline to upload documents free of cost until December 14. Earlier the deadline was  September 14.

This free service will now be available until December 14 on the MyAadhaar portal.

Update your Aadhaar once in 10 years

The UIDAI has been encouraging people to keep their documents updated in their Aadhaar to reflect their correct demographic details. These documents include ration card, voter ID, domicile certificate, passport and banks passbook.These can be uploaded on MyAadhaar portal  whch can be logged in using aadhaar number and one-time password received on mobile number.

The UIDA authorities advise Aadhaar holders to update documents in Aadhaar at least once in 10 years. The documents can be submitted online throughMyAadhaar Portal or at any Aadhaar enrolment centre.

Typically, you might have to update your address if you change it. You can update your address online through myAadhaar portal, or by visiting any Aadhaar enrolment centre by enrolling with valid POA document.

If you are an NRI, you can submit the documents when you are in India, online or by visiting an Aadhaar centre.

Step-by-step guide to update your Aadhaar online

1. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in using your Aadhaar number and by entering the OTP sent on your registered mobile number.

2. Check your identity and address displayed on profile.

3. Click on the option ‘I verify that the above details are correct.’

4. Select the documents for identity and address verification you wish to submit from the drop-down menus.

5. Upload the chosen documents.

6. Review the information and `Submit' to update your Aadhaar details.

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