Key Takeaways
- UIDAI allows online Aadhaar name correction via its Self Service Update Portal (SSUP).
- You can only change your name once, so accuracy is critical.
- The process is typically completed within a few days to weeks.
- UIDAI is streamlining the update process with automatic verification and a new mobile app.
Keeping your Aadhaar card details accurate is essential for accessing government services, bank accounts, and KYC compliance. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides a straightforward online process to update your name, ensuring your official records remain correct.
Streamlined Aadhaar Updates Coming Soon
UIDAI is overhauling the Aadhaar update system to make it faster and reduce paperwork. The new process will automatically verify user information against existing government databases like PAN cards and passports, minimizing repeated document uploads. Utility bills will also be accepted as valid proof for address changes.
A revamped mobile app is in development, introducing a secure digital Aadhaar with QR code functionality. This will eliminate the need for physical photocopies, allowing users to share a digital or masked Aadhaar securely.
How to Change Your Name on Aadhaar Online
The most convenient method is through the official UIDAI Self Service Update Portal (SSUP). Ensure your mobile number is registered with Aadhaar for OTP verification.
- Access the portal: Visit the UIDAI website and go to the Self Service Update Portal (SSUP).
- Login and OTP: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the Captcha code. Click ‘Send OTP’ and enter the OTP received on your registered mobile.
- Select demographic data: Choose ‘Update Demographic Data’ and select ‘Name.’
- Enter correct name: Input the correct name exactly as it appears on your supporting document. Accuracy is paramount as you only get one name change attempt.
- Upload proof of identity (PoI): Upload a scanned copy of a valid PoI document like a passport, PAN card, Voter ID, or Driving License.
- Review and submit: Check all details and click ‘Submit.’ You will receive an Update Request Number (URN) to track your request status.
The name correction is usually processed within a few days to weeks. After approval, you can download your updated e-Aadhaar.
