e-Aadhaar App May Launch Soon: One-Click Aadhaar Updates Made Easy
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is working on a brand-new e-Aadhaar mobile app that aims to make updating your Aadhaar details faster, safer, and more convenient. The beta version of the app was released in April 2025 and is currently being tested. Once the app officially launches, users will be able to update personal information like name, address, and date of birth without visiting a physical Aadhaar centre.
Key Features of the New e-Aadhaar App
The upcoming e-Aadhaar app promises a smoother, more secure, and user-friendly experience. Here’s what to expect:
1. One-Click Aadhaar Updates
Users will be able to update their Aadhaar details directly from their mobile phones, eliminating the need to visit Aadhaar enrolment centres.
2. QR Code-Based Authentication
The app will include a QR code scanning feature. Users can scan a QR code using the app to share their Aadhaar details securely, ensuring better privacy and faster verification.
3. Face ID Verification Powered by AI
The app will allow users to verify their identity through AI-powered Face ID authentication. Simply take a live selfie, and the app will match it with the photograph stored in the UIDAI database. If the details match, your Aadhaar will be verified instantly — no physical card or photocopy required.
4. Virtual Aadhaar ID Generation
Users will be able to create virtual Aadhaar IDs, making it safer to share Aadhaar information online without exposing the actual Aadhaar number.
5. Aadhaar PDF Access in Seconds
The app will allow users to download their Aadhaar PDF instantly. UIDAI claims that the entire process will be as smooth and quick as making a UPI payment.
How to Update Aadhaar Details Right Now
While the new app is still under development, Aadhaar updates are currently possible through the myAadhaar portal or Aadhaar enrolment centres. Here’s the step-by-step process:
Online Aadhaar Update Process
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Visit the myAadhaar portal.
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Log in using your Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
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Select the “Update Address” option, enter your new details, and upload valid proof such as a passport or driving licence.
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Pay a small fee of ₹50 and track your request using the Service Request Number (SRN) on the UIDAI portal.
Offline Aadhaar Update Process
For certain updates like date of birth, mobile number, or name corrections, you’ll need to visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment centre. Carry valid supporting documents such as:
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Birth certificate for date of birth updates
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Bank passbook for mobile number changes
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Government-issued ID proof for name corrections
An Aadhaar operator will process the update, and you can track the status online.
Final Thoughts
The upcoming e-Aadhaar app is set to transform how people manage their Aadhaar details. With one-click updates, AI-based face authentication, and QR code verification, the app aims to provide a fast, secure, and hassle-free experience. Until then, users can continue updating their Aadhaar details through the myAadhaar portal or by visiting Aadhaar enrolment centres.
