Aadhaar Card Name Change Full Process: Fee & Required Documents

You can change or correct the name on your Aadhaar Card by visiting any authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. Name update is a demographic update and cannot be done fully online. UIDAI does not allow name changes through the myAadhaar portal or the mAadhaar app. You must visit a centre in person with a valid Proof of Identity document showing the correct name.

As per the official UIDAI website uidai.gov.in, name can be updated in Aadhaar a maximum of twice in your lifetime. Use both chances carefully. The current fee for a demographic update done separately at an enrolment centre is Rs 75.

Source: All information in this article is based on official UIDAI guidelines at uidai.gov.in.

Who Can Change Their Name on Aadhaar?

Any resident of India who holds a valid Aadhaar card and needs a correction or update in their name can apply. Common reasons for a name change include:

• The name was misspelt or entered incorrectly during original Aadhaar enrolment
• The name was entered partially or in a truncated form
• Name change after marriage, updating surname or full name
• Name change through a gazette notification or court order
• Updating the name to match other official government documents exactly
• Correcting transliteration errors in the regional language version of the name

Important: UIDAI allows name updates in Aadhaar a maximum of twice in your lifetime. This limit applies across both online and offline modes. Once both chances are used, no further name change is permitted through the standard process. Double-check the spelling of your new name carefully before submitting the request.

Can You Change Name in Aadhaar Card Online?

No. As per UIDAI, the online myAadhaar portal currently supports only address update and document update. Name update is not available through any online mode. It is not available through myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and not through the mAadhaar app. You must visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in person for a name change.

However, you can book an appointment online before visiting the centre. This saves you waiting time and gives you a dedicated slot at Aadhaar Seva Kendras. Walk-ins are also accepted at most centres.

Documents Required for Aadhaar Name Change

You must carry a valid Proof of Identity (PoI) document that shows the correct name you want updated in your Aadhaar. The name on the document must exactly match the name you are requesting. Documents must be submitted in the original. The operator will scan and return them to you.

The full list of accepted documents is available at uidai.gov.in under "List of Supporting Documents." The document must be issued in the name of the person whose Aadhaar is being updated. Minor spelling variations between the document and the requested name are permitted. For example, if your document reads "Preeti" and you want "Priti," this is generally accepted.

Current Fee for Aadhaar Name Change (2026)

The applicable charges are displayed at the enrolment centre notice board and are also printed at the bottom of the acknowledgement slip you receive after submission. Always collect a receipt for your payment. If any operator charges more than the official fee, report it to UIDAI on the toll-free helpline 1947.

How to Book an Appointment Online Before Visiting

Booking an appointment in advance is strongly recommended to avoid long queues. To book, follow these steps:

1. Visit appointments.uidai.gov.in/bookappointment.aspx.
2. Select your state and city to find available Aadhaar Seva Kendras near you.
3. Choose the service type as Update Demographic Data.
4. Select your preferred date and time slot from the available options.
5. Enter your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number.
6. Verify with the OTP sent to your mobile.
7. Confirm your appointment and save or print the confirmation slip.
8. Carry the confirmation slip when you visit the centre on your appointment day.

Walk-in visits are accepted at most centres. The last token is usually issued at 5:30 PM. If you are going without an appointment, arrive early to avoid missing the last token for the day.

Step-by-Step Process to Change Name in Aadhaar

Step 1: Find the Nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre

Use the Bhuvan Aadhaar portal at bhuvan-app3.nrsc.gov.in/aadhaar to find authorised centres near you. Search by your state, district, or pincode. The portal lists all centres with their address, type, and working hours. Select a centre that offers a demographic update service.

Step 2: Visit the Centre with Your Documents

Go to the centre on your appointment date. Carry your Aadhaar card (physical or printed e-Aadhaar) and the original Proof of Identity document showing your correct name. Carry original documents only. The operator scans them and returns all originals to you after the process.

Step 3: Fill the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Form

At the counter, ask for the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Form. You can also download and pre-fill it from uidai.gov.in before visiting to save time at the centre. Write your 12-digit Aadhaar number clearly. In the demographic update section, fill in the correct name exactly as you want it to appear on your Aadhaar. This must match your supporting document. Use capital letters as instructed on the form.

Step 4: Submit the Form and Documents

Hand the completed form along with your original PoI document to the operator. The operator verifies your documents, enters your details into the UIDAI system, and confirms the name you want updated. They will return all your original documents before you leave.

Step 5: Complete Biometric Verification

The operator captures your fingerprints or iris scan to authenticate your identity before processing the update. This biometric check is mandatory for all demographic updates at the enrolment centre. It confirms that the person requesting the update is the actual Aadhaar holder.

Step 6: Pay the Update Fee

Pay Rs 75 for the demographic update at the counter. If you are also requesting a biometric update, such as a photo update in the same visit, the demographic update charge is waived and you only pay Rs 125 for the biometric update. Always collect a payment receipt before leaving.

Step 7: Collect Your Acknowledgement Slip with URN

After successful submission, the operator gives you an acknowledgement slip containing your Update Request Number (URN). This is your tracking reference. Keep this slip carefully. You need the URN to check your name update status online. The fee paid and the type of update requested are also printed on this slip.

How to Track Aadhaar Name Update Status

After submitting your request, you can track the status of your name update at any time using your URN or Aadhaar number.

1. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
2. Click on Check Aadhaar Update Status.
3. Enter your 14-digit URN from the acknowledgement slip, or your Aadhaar number.
4. Enter the captcha and click Check Status.
5. The portal displays the current status, whether under review, in process, or completed.

Once the name update is successfully processed, UIDAI sends an SMS confirmation to your registered mobile number. You can then download the updated e-Aadhaar with the corrected name from myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.

You can also call the UIDAI toll-free helpline 1947 to check your update status over the phone without internet access.

Aadhaar Name Change After Marriage

Name change after marriage is one of the most common Aadhaar update requests. UIDAI supports this fully. There is no separate process for post-marriage name change. You follow the same offline update process described above, using your marriage certificate or updated passport as the Proof of Identity document.

Documents Accepted for Post-Marriage Name Change

• Marriage Certificate issued by the Registrar of Marriages or a government municipal authority.
• Marriage Registration Certificate from the local government body.
• Updated Passport showing the new post-marriage name.
• Gazette Notification of the name change issued by a State or Union Government.

The name on the marriage certificate must exactly match, or differ only in minor spelling, from the name you want updated in Aadhaar. A religious marriage certificate alone may not be accepted in all states. Always use a government-issued marriage registration certificate for the most reliable acceptance.

How to Download Aadhaar After Name Change

Once UIDAI confirms your name update via SMS, download your updated e-Aadhaar immediately from the UIDAI portal. The e-Aadhaar is legally valid for all purposes, including KYC, banking, government services, and identity proof. You do not need to wait for or order a physical card.

1. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricDownloadAadhaar.
2. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number or VID or EID.
3. Complete the captcha and click Send OTP.
4. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
5. Click Download and your updated e-Aadhaar PDF downloads immediately.

The downloaded PDF is password-protected. The password is the first four letters of your name in CAPITAL letters, followed by your 4-digit birth year. Example: Name RAJESH, Year 1985, password is RAJE1985. Name P. KUMAR, Year 1990, password is P.KU1990.

You need Adobe Reader to open the e-Aadhaar PDF correctly. Standard phone PDF viewers may fail to open it. Download Adobe Reader free from adobe.com/reader if needed.

How to Order a Physical Aadhaar PVC Card After Name Change

If you want a physical card with your updated name, you can order an Aadhaar PVC Card from UIDAI for Rs 50. The PVC card is credit-card-sized, durable, and water-resistant.

1. Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
2. Click on Order Aadhaar PVC Card.
3. Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP.
4. Verify that your updated details are showing correctly.
5. Pay Rs 50 online using UPI, net banking, or debit or credit card.
6. India Post delivers the card to your registered Aadhaar address by Speed Post.

What to Do If Your Name Update Limit is Exhausted

UIDAI allows name changes in Aadhaar a maximum of twice in your lifetime. If both chances are used and you still need a correction, UIDAI has a special process for beyond-limit requests. You must contact UIDAI directly through the helpline at 1947 or raise a grievance at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. UIDAI reviews such requests on a case-by-case basis and may require additional documentation, such as a Gazette Notification, a court order, or a certificate from a government authority to process the correction.

Things to Keep in Mind

• Name can be updated in Aadhaar only twice in your lifetime. Use both chances carefully and verify the exact spelling before submitting.
• Carry original documents to the centre. Photocopies alone are not accepted. All originals are returned to you after scanning.
• The name you update must match the name on your submitted PoI document. Minor spelling variations are permitted but major differences will be rejected.
• Your Aadhaar number never changes regardless of any demographic update you make.
• You do not need to visit the same centre where you originally enrolled. Any authorised centre anywhere in India can process your name update.
• Keep your URN acknowledgement slip safe until the SMS confirmation arrives. Without the URN, online status tracking is not possible.
• If you are also correcting your name on PAN card, bank records, or other documents, do the Aadhaar name change first since Aadhaar is often the base identity document used for other updates.
• After the name change, download a fresh e-Aadhaar immediately. Your old physical card and old e-Aadhaar will continue showing the previous name until you replace them.
• Never use unauthorised agents or third-party services claiming to update Aadhaar for a fee. Always use official UIDAI centres found through uidai.gov.in.

Conclusion

Changing your name on Aadhaar is a simple offline process. Visit any authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre, carry your original Proof of Identity document showing the correct name, fill the update form, complete biometric verification, pay Rs 75, and collect your URN acknowledgement slip. Track the status using your URN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and download the updated e-Aadhaar once the SMS confirmation arrives.

Since you only have two lifetime chances to update your name, verify the exact spelling carefully before submitting. Always use only official UIDAI channels, uidai.gov.in and myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. Never pay more than the official fee of Rs 75 for a demographic update.