Home Update Guide: How to Fix Your Aadhaar Address Online and Link Your PAN Card

UIDAI Urges Timely Updates as Aadhaar Becomes Mandatory for Banking and Government Services; PAN-Aadhaar Deadline Set for Dec 31, 2025

Aadhaar has cemented its position as the single most critical identity document in India, serving as the backbone for everything from accessing government welfare schemes to utilizing essential banking and financial services. Given its ubiquitous nature, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is repeatedly emphasizing the necessity for citizens to keep their Aadhaar information accurate and up-to-date.

In a move to simplify citizen compliance, the UIDAI has made several key update services available online, allowing individuals to correct or modify their details from the comfort of their homes in minutes. Crucially, the process of linking your Aadhaar with your Permanent Account Number (PAN) remains a mandatory requirement, with the current deadline set for December 31, 2025.

Step-by-Step Guide to Online Aadhaar Address Update

If you need to update your residential address in your Aadhaar record, you can easily complete this task online without visiting a physical centre.

Online Address Change Process

1. Log In: Navigate to the official UIDAI self-service portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Log in using your 12-digit Aadhaar number and the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number.

2. Verify Existing Data: After logging in, the screen will display your current demographic details, including your Identity and Address information.

3. Confirm Details: If the displayed information is correct, click on the 'I verify that the above details are correct' option.

4. Initiate Update: To change your address, select the 'Address' icon and then choose 'Proceed to Update Aadhaar'.

5. Enter New Address: A new screen will show your existing address. Below this, you must accurately enter the new address you wish to register.

6. Upload Proof: You must upload a valid proof of address (PoA) document in JPEG, PNG, or PDF format, with a file size limit of 2MB.

7. Final Submission: Before submitting, review all the new details you have entered. Once confirmed, click on 'I verify that the above details are correct' and submit the request.

Important Note: While the UIDAI previously charged a nominal fee for this service, the online address update facility is currently being offered free of cost until June 14, 2026, encouraging maximum public compliance.

How to Download Your Digital e-Aadhaar

A digital copy of your Aadhaar (e-Aadhaar) is legally valid and easy to access.

1. Access Download: Go to the official UIDAI website and select the 'Download Aadhaar' option.

2. Select Identification: Choose one of the three options for identification: Aadhaar Number, Enrollment ID (EID), or Virtual ID (VID).

3. Enter Credentials: Input the required number (Aadhaar/EID/VID) and complete the Captcha verification code.

4. Receive OTP: Click on 'Send OTP'. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.

5. Download PDF: After successful verification, your e-Aadhaar will download as a PDF document.

6. File Password: The password to open the e-Aadhaar PDF is the first four letters of your name (in capital letters) followed by your Year of Birth (e.g., if your name is Rahul Kumar and your birth year is 1985, the password is RAHU1985).

Linking Your PAN and Aadhaar: A Step-by-Step Guide

Linking your PAN card with your Aadhaar is mandatory for all taxpayers and can be easily done through the Income Tax portal.

1. Visit Portal: Go to the official Income Tax e-filing portal: incometax.gov.in.

2. Locate Service: Under the 'Quick Links' section on the homepage, select 'Link Aadhaar'.

3. Enter Details: Enter your 10-digit PAN number, your 12-digit Aadhaar number, and your Name exactly as it appears on your Aadhaar card.

4. Proceed and Verify: Check the details you have entered and proceed.

5. Pay Fee (If Applicable): If a penalty or fee is required for the linking process (as per current income tax regulations), you will be directed to make the payment using methods like Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card.

6. Confirmation: Once the request is submitted, you will receive a verification status confirming the successful linking of your PAN and Aadhaar.

Updates That Require a Centre Visit

While address updates are simple to perform online, some changes require physical presence and biometric authentication for security reasons.

If you need to update any of the following details, you must visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrollment/Update Centre:

• Mobile Number

• Email Address

• Biometrics (Fingerprints and Iris Scans)

• Photograph

These updates involve a fixed service charge and cannot be done through the online portal.