Big relief for Aadhaar card holders! This service will be free until December 31—here’s how to avail of it via the mobile app..
There is good news for Aadhaar cardholders. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made the service of updating an email ID via the Aadhaar mobile app free of charge until December 31, 2026. Previously, a fee of ₹75 was charged for this service. This exemption is effective from July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2026.
For what purpose is this service free?
If your email ID has changed, or if you have not yet linked it to your Aadhaar, you can update it using the Aadhaar app. The objective of this facility is to help Aadhaar holders keep their contact information current and ensure they receive important notifications. According to the UIDAI, this exemption applies exclusively to email ID updates performed via the Aadhaar mobile app.
How to update your email ID using your mobile phone:
1. Download or update the official Aadhaar app on your smartphone.
2. Open the app and log in using the required credentials.
3. Select the option to update your email ID.
4. Enter the requested information to complete the process.
5. Follow the instructions provided within the app to complete the verification.
Are all Aadhaar updates free?
Please note that this exemption applies only to updating your email ID. Different rules and fees may apply when changing details such as your name, date of birth, mobile number, or other information in your Aadhaar record. Additionally, the facility to update identity and address-related documents online via the 'myAadhaar' portal has been extended, free of cost, until June 14, 2027. Therefore, before making any changes to your Aadhaar, be sure to check the specific rules and fees for the relevant service on the official UIDAI website.
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