The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced an extension of the period during which citizens can update their Aadhaar card details free of cost. The new deadline for this free update service is December 14, 2024.
UIDAI is actively encouraging people to review their Aadhaar card information and update it if necessary. This suggestion is mainly for those who received their Aadhaar card more than a decade ago and may not have updated their details since then. However, it is important to note that while UIDAI strongly recommends reviewing and updating Aadhaar information, it is not mandatory.
“UIDAI has extended the free online document upload facility till 14th December 2024 to benefit millions of Aadhaar number holders. This free service is available only on the MyAadhaar portal. UIDAI encourages people to keep their Aadhaar documents updated,” UIDAI wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Aadhaar is a unique identification number assigned to every resident, and its uniqueness is ensured by linking it to their individual biometric data. The system effectively prevents the issuance of duplicate numbers and helps identify and eliminate fraudulent or fictitious identities, which are major sources of leakage in various systems today.
How to upload address proof for Aadhaar
– You can submit your address proof online through the MyAadhaar portal or by visiting any Aadhaar centre. Below is a detailed step-by-step guide to submit your documents online:
– Visit the MyAadhaar portal: [https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/]Go to (https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/).
– Log in and verify details: Log in to your account and verify details such as your name, gender, date of birth and address updates.
– Update Address: Click the option to update your address. Make sure to tick the consent box to proceed, then select ‘Update Aadhaar Online’.
– Upload Address Proof: Upload a scanned copy of your address proof in the required format and provide the required consent.
– Service Request Number (SRN): After submission, a Service Request Number (SRN) will be generated. Save this number to track the status of your update.
