Updating personal details in Aadhaar is a common concern, especially for married women. Many wonder whether it is mandatory to replace the father’s name with the husband’s name. Here’s a detailed guide.
1. Aadhaar and Name Details
· Aadhaar allows you to update your name, address, date of birth, gender, and mobile number.
· Traditionally, women can register their father’s name at the time of Aadhaar enrollment.
· After marriage, some women prefer to replace the father’s name with the husband’s name to reflect marital status.
2. Is It Mandatory?
· No, it is not mandatory.
· Your Aadhaar remains valid with father’s name even after marriage.
· Replacing it with the husband’s name is optional and depends on personal preference or specific documentation needs.
3. Reasons You Might Update the Name
· Aligning Aadhaar with married name in PAN, bank accounts, or passport.
· Simplifying documentation for official purposes, loans, or government schemes.
· Avoiding confusion if other documents show husband’s name instead of father’s.
4. How to Update the Details
Online (Self-Service)
1. Visit the UIDAI portal.
2. Login using your Aadhaar number and OTP.
3. Select “Update Demographics” → “Name/Father’s/Husband’s Name”.
4. Upload valid supporting documents (marriage certificate, passport, etc.).
5. Submit the request and note the update request number (URN).
Offline (Aadhaar Seva Kendra)
1. Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK).
2. Fill out the Aadhaar correction form.
3. Submit original documents for verification.
4. Receive acknowledgment slip with URN for tracking.
5. Tips to Remember
· Keep original marriage certificate or spouse proof handy for verification.
· Do not change father’s name if not required, to avoid mismatch with school certificates or other documents.
· Updates usually reflect within 7–14 working days.
· You can retain father’s name and simply add husband’s name in the Aadhaar profile if preferred.
✅ Bottom Line: Replacing the father’s name with the husband’s name in Aadhaar is optional, not mandatory. Do it only if it aligns with other official documents or your personal preference.
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