Aadhaar Card Name Change - How to Change the Name in Aadhar Card?

Why Should You Change the Name on the Aadhaar Card?

• The Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique number allotted by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). It is a very important document of identity proof for Indian residents. So, it is necessary to keep the information on it current.
• The Aadhaar is useful for myriad purposes. It can be utilized to avail various government and non-government services, banking services, insurance services, taxation services, education, employment, healthcare, subsidy benefits, social \benefits, pensions, scholarships, etc. Thus, it is essential to ensure that the data on Aadhaar is accurate and up-to-date.

Aadhaar Card Name Change at the Enrolment Center

Currently, you cannot change the name on the Aadhaar online. That option has been removed. Now, you can go to the Aadhaar enrolment centre and place the request for name change. At the enrolment centre, UIDAI has made it easy for Aadhaar card holders to place the request by appointing operators to assist with the process. This is called the assisted mode of updation. The UIDAI has currently come up with 2 modes for Aadhaar card name change (Applicable for all other demographic, biometric, and local language updates as well) under the assisted mode. They are as follows:

a) Update Client Standard

• In this method, the name and other demographic fields, biometric information, and local language can be updated.
• Under the update client standard method, there is a biometric authentication at the back end.
• The Aadhaar cardholder must submit document proofs, which will be collected by the operator at the time of accepting the request.
• A verifier appointed by the UIDAI or registrars present at the enrolment or update centre will do the document validation.
• Form filling is done by the operator on Update Client Standard as requested by the resident. The operator takes care of the spelling, language issues, transliteration, etc.
• Finally, he provides biometric sign-off against the Aadhaar card name change update request.
• The resident gets an acknowledgement receipt with the update request number (URN), which can be used for tracking.

b) Update Client Lite (UCL)

• This method can also be used to update the name, other demographic details, photo, and local language.
• In this method also, there is a biometric authentication of the resident at the back end.
• The documentation verification is done by the verifier appointed by the UIDAI or registrars present at the Enrolment/Update Center.
• The operator fills the form as per the request of the Aadhaar number holder.
• Finally, the Aadhaar number holder gets an acknowledgement receipt with the enrolment ID (EID). This can be used for checking the status.
• The operator will give a biometric sign off against every update request.

Aadhaar Card Name Change Form

You can download the form that must be filled and submitted for Aadhaar card name change from the UIDAI website. Fill in the Pre-Enrolment ID (If applicable), Aadhaar Number or (UID), and only the full name field which requires updation. Tick the name checkbox. (The options include name, date of birth, address, gender, email, and biometric update (Photo + Fingerprint + Iris)).

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How to Change Aadhaar Card Name - Step-by-Step Guide

Here are the steps to change the Aadhaar card name at the Aadhaar enrolment center.

Step 1: Go to the nearby Aadhaar enrolment center or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

Step 2: Obtain the Aadhaar Card Name Change Form from the operator at the center.

Step 3: Fill the fields in the form with the appropriate details and hand it over to the operator

Step 4: Submit the original copies of the identity proof documents to the operator. They will take a photocopy and give it back to you.

Step 5: A fee of Rs. 50 should be paid for updating the name on your Aadhaar.

Step 6: Receive an acknowledgement slip with the updated URN or Update Request Number.

Step 7: The Aadhaar update status can be tracked using this URN.

How Can I Check the Status of My Aadhaar Card Name Change Request?

Once you have submitted the application request for Aadhaar updation, you will receive an URN. You can monitor the progress of your application by following these steps:

Step 1: Go to the UIDAI website

Step 2: Select ‘Check Aadhaar Update Status’ under the MyAadhaar tab

Step 3: Choose ‘URN’. Enter the URN and the captcha code. Click ‘Submit’

Step 4: You can now see the status of the Aadhaar update application on the screen.

Steps to Download the Aadhaar Card After Name Change

You can obtain the latest version of your Aadhaar card by downloading it from the UIDAI website. However, to do this, your mobile number must be linked with your Aadhaar.

Step 1: Visit the UIDAI website

Step 2: Move to ‘My Aadhaar’

Step 3: Under the ‘Get Aadhaar’tab, click on ‘Download Aadhaar'

Step 4: You will be forwarded to the login screen. Login with your credentials. You will be taken to the page which shows the collection of Aadhaar services accessible online.

Step 5: Select the 'Download Aadhaar' tab

Step 6: Choose your Aadhaar Number, input the corresponding Aadhaar number, fill in the captcha code, and proceed by clicking on 'Send OTP'.

Step 7: After receiving the OTP on your mobile number, proceed to enter it, indicate your preference for a masked Aadhaar, and then click the 'Verify & Download' button to access the PDF version of your e-Aadhaar card.

Step 8: Your Aadhaar card will now be downloaded successfully in PDF format.

Step 9: The PDF is protected by an 8-lettered password, which is a combination of the first four letters of your name (as given in the Aadhaar) in CAPITAL letters and year of birth in YYYY format.

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