Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender
Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender — specific eligibility, documents, portal steps, verification stages, common mistakes, and practical FAQs.
- Last verified
- 18 August 2026
- Official site
- myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in ↗
- Application Mode
- Online & Offline
- Issuing Authority
- UIDAI
- Online
- Available
- Offline
- Available
Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender is handled through UIDAI and, where applicable, the office serving the relevant address, vehicle, employer, tax record, or place of occurrence. The exact form and verification route depend on the record in question.
Start with the official portal linked above, use the specific option named in the steps, and retain the acknowledgement or reference. For a case that falls outside the examples here, verify the route with UIDAI Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Centre.
Eligibility
- You meet the service conditions published by UIDAI.
- Your identity and supporting records can be verified by the issuing authority.
Required documents
Aadhaar number and registered mobile for online name correction
RequiredSupports the Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender application or status check.
Use the current checklist published by UIDAI; carry the original when the office may inspect it.
PDFJPGOriginalGazette notification or marriage certificate for an applicable name change
RequiredSupports the Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender application or status check.
Use the current checklist published by UIDAI; carry the original when the office may inspect it.
PDFJPGOriginalBirth certificate or school leaving certificate for a date-of-birth correction
RequiredSupports the Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender application or status check.
Use the current checklist published by UIDAI; carry the original when the office may inspect it.
PDFJPGOriginalExisting Aadhaar and original supporting document for centre verification
RequiredSupports the Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender application or status check.
Use the current checklist published by UIDAI; carry the original when the office may inspect it.
PDFJPGOriginal
Step-by-step process
- 1
Open myAadhaar
Open myAadhaar and choose Update Aadhaar → Name / Date of Birth / Gender.
- 2
Choose the field
Use the online route only for the name corrections UIDAI exposes there; major name changes require an Aadhaar enrolment centre.
- 3
Visit an Aadhaar centre
For date of birth or gender, book or visit an authorised Aadhaar centre with the original supporting record. DOB correction is permitted once in the Aadhaar record.
- 4
Submit the update
Enter the corrected value exactly as it appears on the proof, upload or present the record, and complete OTP or biometric authentication as instructed.
- 5
Track with the URN
Save the URN and check it at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/checkAadhaarStatus.
Official website
Always confirm critical details here
myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Who issues this?
- Issuing Office
- UIDAI Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Centre
What happens after applying
- 1
Application or status request submitted
The UIDAI portal or office records the request and provides a reference where applicable.
- 2
Record and document checks
UIDAI compares the submitted information with its records and supporting evidence.
- 3
Verification or clarification
The applicant or employer may need to answer a query, attend an office, or provide an additional record.
- 4
Record updated or document issued
The final status, certificate, card, licence, or departmental response is made available through the prescribed channel.
Common mistakes & rejection reasons
Selecting the wrong service or jurisdiction
Why: The department routes records by service, address, employer, vehicle, or event jurisdiction.
Fix: Confirm the responsible office and exact service name on the department portal before submitting.
Entering details that do not match the source record
Why: A spelling, date, address, or reference-number mismatch can stop an automated match.
Fix: Copy the value from the original record and review the completed form before authentication.
Uploading an incomplete or unreadable file
Why: Cropped pages, blurred text, unsupported formats, and password-protected PDFs can fail document checks.
Fix: Upload the complete, legible record in the format shown by the portal and retain the original.
Missing a department query
Why: An unanswered clarification can leave the request unresolved or send it back for correction.
Fix: Monitor the official account and registered contact channel, then answer through the same route.
Using an unofficial link or agent form
Why: A private page may collect identity information without being connected to the issuing authority.
Fix: Start at the official URL in this guide and verify the domain before entering credentials.
Special situations
A name or date differs across records▾
Ask the issuing authority which correction evidence is accepted.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change my Aadhaar date of birth online?▾
No. A date-of-birth correction is handled at an Aadhaar enrolment or update centre. Carry the accepted birth certificate or school leaving certificate and verify the current document list with UIDAI.
How many times can DOB be corrected?▾
UIDAI permits a date-of-birth correction once in the Aadhaar record. If the displayed date is still wrong after that correction, contact UIDAI and ask for the exceptional process rather than filing repeated requests.
Can I change gender online?▾
Gender correction is handled at an Aadhaar enrolment or update centre. The operator will capture the update under UIDAI's current procedure and provide an acknowledgement for status tracking.
Which proof supports a name change?▾
An applicable gazette notification or marriage certificate can support a name change. The accepted evidence depends on the nature of the change, so verify the current UIDAI list before visiting the centre.
What is a URN?▾
The URN is the Update Request Number printed on the acknowledgement. It identifies the request and is used on the myAadhaar status page to view its current state.
What if the new name is a major change?▾
A major name change is not the same as a minor spelling correction. Visit an Aadhaar centre with the relevant legal record and ask the operator to confirm the correct update category.
Can I update multiple fields together?▾
The portal or centre will show which fields can be combined. Do not assume that a name, DOB, and gender request share the same online route; follow the field-specific instruction displayed by UIDAI.
What if my proof and Aadhaar have different spellings?▾
The operator may reject or query a record that does not establish the requested correction. Use a supporting document that clearly connects the old and new details, and verify the accepted alternative with UIDAI.
Can I update my mobile number in the same request?▾
The portal or centre will show which fields can be combined. A mobile-number change may use a separate route, so follow UIDAI's field-specific instruction.
What happens after I receive the URN?▾
Keep the URN and use it on the myAadhaar status page. It remains the reference for the name, DOB, or gender request.
Can a centre reject my supporting proof?▾
Yes. UIDAI checks whether the proof supports the requested field. Ask the operator for the accepted-document list before returning with another record.
What if the corrected value is still wrong?▾
Use the status result and acknowledgement to contact UIDAI. Do not submit repeated requests without confirming the correction route.
Is a gazette notification needed for every name correction?▾
Not every minor spelling correction follows the same evidence rule. For a major change, carry the applicable legal record and verify the requirement with UIDAI.
Can I correct DOB more than once?▾
UIDAI permits a DOB correction once in the Aadhaar record. Further action requires the exceptional route confirmed by UIDAI.
Where do I find an authorised update centre?▾
Use UIDAI's enrolment-centre locator and select an update service. Confirm that the centre handles the field you need before visiting.
Official sources
- UIDAI ↗
myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Official source for Update Aadhaar Name, Date of Birth, or Gender.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Government portals, document requirements, and fees can change without notice. Always verify the latest requirements on the official website before you apply. Last verified on 18 August 2026.