Aadhar Card Update- Rules for updating name in Aadhar card, know full details

Indian people need documents like Aadhar cards, PAN cards, ration cards, etc. for various government and non-government works, in such a situation, if we talk about Aadhar card, then it is an important document that is used in tasks like opening an account in a bank, getting a SIM card, taking admission in college school. Many times mistakes are made while making this important document, such as the name, which was easy to change earlier, but now the rules for changing the name have changed, let's know about them-

The process of changing the name is even more complicated.

The rules for changing the name on the Aadhar card have become even more strict. Whether you are changing your full name or just a few letters, the new process will now require a gazette notification. Apart from this, you will have to provide proof of your old name. Acceptable documents include your PAN card, voter ID, driving license, service ID card, passport, and other ID cards issued by the government.

Apart from this, UIDAI has limited the number of attempts to correct your name. Applicants will now have only two chances to make changes, so it is important to provide correct information the first time.

Simplified process for address update and new enrolment

On the positive side, the process of updating your Aadhaar address or enrolling for a new Aadhaar has been made simpler. You can now use your public sector bank passbook as proof of address.

Stricter rules for date of birth correction

There are also updated rules for correcting the date of birth in the Aadhaar card, especially for individuals below the age of 18. From now on, only birth certificates issued by authorised state authorities will be accepted as valid proof.