The Unique Identification Authority of india (UIDAI) has recently announced important updates regarding children’s Aadhaar enrollment and updation. parents and guardians need to be aware of these changes to ensure that their child’s Aadhaar remains valid, accurate, and compliant with uidai norms.

1. Why Children’s Aadhaar Update Matters

Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number that serves as proof of identity and address. For children:

  • It helps in school admissions, healthcare, and government schemes.
  • Accurate information ensures smooth verification for subsidies and benefits.
  • UIDAI requires updates to maintain correct demographic details as children grow.

2. Key Changes in Children’s Aadhaar

a) Aadhaar for Children Below 5 Years

  • Children below 5 years can now be enrolled without biometric authentication.
  • Parents or guardians can update details like name, gender, and date of birth.

b) Aadhaar Update at Age 5

  • Once the child turns 5 years, biometric data (fingerprints and iris scan) needs to be updated.
  • This ensures that Aadhaar is accurate and uniquely linked to the child.

c) Aadhaar Update at Age 15

  • At 15 years, children need to update their biometric information again, including fingerprints and iris scans.
  • This update ensures the Aadhaar remains valid for identity verification in adulthood.

3. Documents Required for Updating Children’s Aadhaar

Age Group

Required Documents

Below 5 years

Birth certificate, proof of parent/guardian identity

5 to 15 years

Aadhaar of child, parent’s Aadhaar, proof of relationship, biometric update

15 years and above

Previous Aadhaar, parent/guardian Aadhaar (if dependent), biometric update

4. How to Update Children’s Aadhaar

Step 1: Locate a uidai Enrollment/Update Center

  • Use the uidai portal to find the nearest Aadhaar center.
  • Only authorized centers can update children’s Aadhaar.

Step 2: Fill Update Form

  • Request “Aadhaar Update/Correction” form for children.
  • Fill in the correct name, date of birth, gender, and other demographic details.

Step 3: Submit Documents

  • Submit supporting documents as per the child’s age group.
  • Provide parent or guardian consent for enrollment or updates.

Step 4: biometric Update

  • For children 5 years and above, biometric data will be collected at the center.

Step 5: Receive Aadhaar Update Acknowledgment

  • After submission, you will receive an update acknowledgment slip.
  • Updated Aadhaar details will reflect within 7–30 days on the uidai portal.

5. Important Points for parents and Guardians

  • Ensure accurate spelling of name and correct date of birth. Errors may cause issues later.
  • Keep the acknowledgment slip safe until the update is reflected online.
  • Check the updated Aadhaar by visiting UIDAI’s Aadhaar Self service Portal.
  • Children’s Aadhaar should always be linked to parent’s Aadhaar for verification purposes.

6. Benefits of Keeping Children’s Aadhaar Updated

Benefit

Explanation

Smooth verification for school and exams

Correct Aadhaar ensures hassle-free enrollment and documentation

Access to government benefits

Subsidies, scholarships, and welfare schemes are linked to Aadhaar

Secure identity

Updated biometric and demographic data prevent misuse

Ease of future updates

Accurate details from childhood reduce errors in adult Aadhaar

7. Conclusion

Parents and guardians must regularly update their children’s Aadhaar at the recommended ages of 5 and 15 years. This ensures:

  • Accurate biometric data
  • Smooth access to government services
  • Prevention of identity-related issues in the future

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Kokila Chokkanathan

11/02/2026 12:54 PM