How to Change Address in Aadhaar Card Online and Offline (2026 Updated Guide)

Moved to a new city? Got married and shifted to a new home? Or simply realised your Aadhaar still shows an address from five years ago? Updating your Aadhaar card address directly affects your ability to receive government benefits, pass KYC verification, open bank accounts and even file insurance claims smoothly.

The good news: the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made the process simpler than ever. In 2025–26, you can change your Aadhaar address entirely online from your phone or computer. And there is a time-limited window to do it free of cost.

This guide walks you through every method — online (myAadhaar portal and the Aadhaar app), offline (Aadhaar Seva Kendra) and by post — with step-by-step instructions, required documents, fees and answers to the most common questions.

Important Update (May 2026): UIDAI has extended the free online document update facility on the myAadhaar portal to 14 June 2027. This means you can upload your Proof of Address document online at no charge until that date. Take advantage of it now.

Why Keeping Your Aadhaar Address Updated Matters

Your Aadhaar is the cornerstone of identity verification in India. An outdated address can cause real problems:

• Health insurance claims may get delayed or rejected during KYC verification if your Aadhaar address does not match other documents.

• Government scheme benefits (like PM Awas Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, or PDS ration) are dispatched based on your Aadhaar address.

• Bank account KYC requires address matching across documents.

• Aadhaar-linked mobile number services, OTP delivery and e-KYC verification depend on accurate data.

As per UIDAI's Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Regulations, residents are encouraged to update their supporting documents at least once every 10 years to maintain authentication accuracy.

Methods to Change Aadhaar Card Address

UIDAI provides four ways to update your Aadhaar address:

*Free applies to document update (uploading POA). A demographic address change (actually modifying the address data) without biometric update costs Rs. 75 at a centre.
Source: UIDAI Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Charges (Official PDF, uidai.gov.in)

Method 1: Change Address Online via myAadhaar Portal

The myAadhaar portal ( myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) is the official and most widely used method. You need your Aadhaar number and a mobile number registered with Aadhaar to receive the OTP.

Step 1 — Visit the Official Portal

• Go to https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in

• Always use the official URL. Do not use third-party websites or apps that claim to update Aadhaar — these may be phishing sites.

Step 2 — Log In with OTP

• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number

• Enter the captcha code shown on screen

• Click "Send OTP"

• You will receive a one-time password on your registered mobile number

• Enter the OTP and click "Login"

Step 3 — Navigate to Address Update
Once logged in, you will see your Aadhaar dashboard.

• Click on "Update Aadhaar Online" or "Update Demographics"

• From the list of fields, select "Address"

• Click "Proceed to Update Aadhaar"

Step 4 — Enter Your New Address

• Your current address as on record will be displayed on screen

• Scroll down and enter your new address in English (the system auto-transliterates it into your regional language)

• Fill in: House/Door No., Street/Area, Landmark, Village/Town/City, Post Office, District, State, PIN code

• Double-check every field carefully — spelling errors are a common reason for rejection

Tip: If the regional language transliteration looks incorrect, you have the option to edit it before submitting. To change the language of your Aadhaar entirely, you must visit an Aadhaar centre.

Step 5 — Upload Proof of Address Document

• Select the type of document you are uploading from the dropdown (e.g., Passport, Rent Agreement, Utility Bill)

• Upload a scanned copy of the document

• Accepted formats: PDF, JPEG, or PNG

• Maximum file size:2 MB

• The scan must be clear and in colour

• The address on the document must exactly match the address you entered

Step 6 — Review and Submit

• Review all entered details carefully

• Click "Submit"

• A Service Request Number (SRN) will be displayed on screen and also sent via SMS to your registered mobile number

• Download the confirmation receipt containing your SRN — you will need this to track your request

After this, UIDAI's quality and processing team will verify your document. The update typically reflects in 5–7 working days, though complex cases may take up to 90 days.

Method 2: Change Address via the Aadhaar App

UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar app (replacing the older mAadhaar app). The new app supports address updates via document upload and provides a convenient mobile-first experience.

mAadhaar App Is Being Retired — Switch to the New Aadhaar App (Pehchaan)

The old mAadhaar app is being discontinued by UIDAI. If you still use mAadhaar, migrate to the new Aadhaar app (officially named Pehchaan) as soon as possible. Download it at pehchaan.uidai.gov.in/app/download or search "Aadhaar" on the Play Store or App Store and look for the Pehchaan logo to confirm it is the official UIDAI listing. Do not install from third-party links. Note that your saved profiles and biometric lock settings from mAadhaar do not transfer automatically — you will need to set these up again. The new app supports address updates via document upload in the same way mAadhaar did, but also adds face authentication, secure QR-based identity sharing and selective data sharing features.

Steps to Update Address via Aadhaar App

1. Download and open the Aadhaar app from your device's app store

2. Log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP sent to your registered mobile

3. Navigate to "Update Address" from the app's menu

4. Enter your new address details

5. Upload your Proof of Address document (PDF/JPEG, under 2 MB)

6. Review and submit — note the SRN provided

The app process mirrors the portal process and is free under the document update scheme until 14 June 2027. The new app is officially named Pehchaan and can be downloaded from pehchaan.uidai.gov.in/app/download or by searching 'Aadhaar' on the Play Store/App Store and looking for the Pehchaan logo to confirm the official listing.

Method 3: Change Address Offline at Aadhaar Seva Kendra

If you do not have a registered mobile number linked to your Aadhaar, or prefer an in-person process, visit your nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
How to Find the Nearest Centre?
Visit https://bhuvan.nrsc.gov.in/aadhaar/ and find the UIDAI's official centre locator. You can search by your PIN code or district.

Step 1 — Download and Print the Update Form

• Download the official Aadhaar Update/Correction Form from uidai.gov.in, click on “Downloads” and then on “Enrolment and Update Forms”. Take a printout.

Step 2 — Fill the Form

• Write your Aadhaar number
• Tick the checkbox next to "Address" as the field you want to update
• Fill in your new address details
• Sign the form (or use your thumb impression)

Note: Fill the form in the language you selected at enrolment. Do not write the Mandal name manually — it is auto-generated from your PIN code in the system.

Step 3 — Gather Your Documents
Carry:

• Completed and signed Aadhaar Update Form
• Original Proof of Address document (for verification)
• Self-attested photocopy of the POA document (to submit)
• Your Aadhaar card (original or printout)

Step 4 — Visit the Centre

• Go to the Aadhaar Seva Kendra during working hours (typically 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM on weekdays)
• Submit the form and documents to the operator
• Pay Rs. 75 as the update fee (cash, usually)
• The operator will process your request in the system

Step 5 — Collect Your Acknowledgement Slip

• You will receive an Update Request Number (URN) on an acknowledgement slip
• Keep this safe — use it to track the status of your update

Note: Processing usually takes 5–7 working days. You can download your updated e-Aadhaar from the myAadhaar portal once the update is complete.

Method 4: Change Address by Post

For residents in remote areas or NRIs who cannot visit a centre, UIDAI allows address change requests by post.

• Download and print the Aadhaar Update/Correction Form from the UIDAI website.

• Fill in all required details accurately.

• Attach a self-attested copy of your new address proof.

• Send the form and document to the official UIDAI address via registered post or speed post so you have tracking proof. Do not send original documents — only self-attested photocopies.

Note: Use registered post or speed post so you have tracking proof. Do not send original documents — only self-attested photocopies.

Documents Accepted as Proof of Address (POA)

UIDAI accepts a wide range of documents as Proof of Address. The address on your submitted document must match exactly the new address you enter in the update form.

Category A — Commonly Accepted POA Documents

Category B — Government-Issued Certificates

Source: UIDAI List of Acceptable Documents for Aadhaar Enrolment and Update (uidai.gov.in)

Key Rules for Uploaded Documents

• File format: PDF, JPEG, or PNG only

• File size: maximum 2 MB

• The scan must be clear and coloured — blurry or black-and-white scans are often rejected

• The document must be in the name of the Aadhaar holder (not a family member) — unless using the Head of Family (HoF) update method

• Utility bills must be within 3 months of the date of submission

Aadhaar Address Update Without Address Proof in Your Name

What if you live in rented accommodation and have no documents in your name? UIDAI has solutions:

Option A — Head of Family (HoF) Based Update

If you live with a family member who has a valid Proof of Address in their name:

• The Head of Family must consent to the update

• You submit a Proof of Relationship (POR) document (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate, ration card showing family members)

• This can be done online via the myAadhaar portal or at an Aadhaar centre

Option B — Address Validation Letter

If you have no valid POA and no HoF with address proof, UIDAI provides an Address Validation Letter process:

• Identify an Address Verifier — a family member, relative, landlord, or friend who is willing to verify that you reside at their address

• The Address Verifier must have their own Aadhaar linked to the address

• You request an Address Validation Letter through the myAadhaar portal

• The verifier receives a secret code and confirms your residence

• You use this to update your Aadhaar address

Fees for Aadhaar Address Change

Note: UIDAI has announced that from 2028, the Rs. 75 demographic update fee will increase to Rs. 90 and the Rs. 125 biometric update fee will increase to Rs. 150. The current Rs. 75 rate remains in effect until then.
Source: UIDAI Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Charges, Official PDF (uidai.gov.in), effective October 2025 – September 2028

How to Track Aadhaar Address Update Status?

After submitting your update request, you receive a Service Request Number (SRN) (online) or Update Request Number (URN) (offline/centre).

Track Online

1. Go to myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in

2. Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP

3. Go to "Check Aadhaar Update Status"

4. Enter your SRN / URN to see the current status

Track via SMS
UIDAI sends status updates to your registered mobile number at key stages — submission, verification and completion.

Possible Status Messages

Note: If your request is Rejected, read the rejection reason carefully before resubmitting. The Rs. 75 fee (if paid) is non-refundable.

Common Reasons for Address Update Rejection

Avoid these mistakes to ensure your request goes through on the first attempt:

 

Aadhaar Address Update and Health Insurance — Why It Matters

Many people do not realise that an outdated Aadhaar address can create friction at crucial moments — particularly during health insurance claims and policy issuance.

Under IRDAI guidelines, insurers verify policyholder identity through Aadhaar-based eKYC. If your Aadhaar address does not match your policy records or other submitted documents, it can trigger additional verification checks or delay claim settlement.

Similarly, government health schemes such as Ayushman Bharat – PM-JAY and the ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) system are directly linked to your Aadhaar. Your ABHA ID — a 14-digit health identification number generated from your Aadhaar — carries your address as the baseline identity record. An outdated address in Aadhaar means your ABHA profile also carries stale data, which can complicate hospital admissions and claims under the scheme.

Learn more: What is ABHA Card and How to Create Your ABHA ID Online — SMC Insurance

Keeping your Aadhaar address current is also essential if you are enrolled in state-specific health insurance schemes. For instance, in Tamil Nadu's CMCHIS scheme, Aadhaar is used as the primary identity verification document for beneficiaries and address mismatches can complicate enrolment verification.

Related reading: CMCHIS Tamil Nadu: Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme Explained — SMC Insurance

Wrapping Up,

Updating your Aadhaar address is no longer a cumbersome process. With the myAadhaar portal offering free document uploads until 14 June 2027, there has never been a better time to get your address corrected. Whether you choose the online portal, the Aadhaar app, an offline Seva Kendra or the postal route, the process is straightforward when you have the right documents ready.

An accurate Aadhaar address is not just a formality — it directly impacts your access to government benefits, health insurance claims and KYC verification across financial services. Do not wait for a problem to arise. Update your address today and keep your records aligned.

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