Aadhaar Card Update 2025: UIDAI Releases Revised List of Valid Documents for Enrolment and Updates
UIDAI issues updated list of valid documents for Aadhaar enrolment and update for 2025–26; check required ID, address, DOB, and relationship proofs.
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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued a revised list of valid documents for Aadhaar enrolment and update processes, effective for the assessment year 2025–26. This update is in accordance with the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) First Amendment Regulations, 2025.
These updated norms outline the acceptable documents for verifying identity, address, date of birth, and proof of relationship, ensuring a more streamlined and transparent process for Aadhaar-related services.
🔐 Key Aadhaar Rule
As per UIDAI regulations, each individual is allowed only one Aadhaar number. In instances where multiple Aadhaar IDs are generated due to system issues or repeat applications, only the first Aadhaar linked with biometric data will be considered valid.
📄 List of Accepted Documents for Aadhaar
✅ Proof of Identity
- PAN Card
- Voter ID
- Driving Licence
- Any other government-issued photo ID
🏠 Proof of Address
- Utility bills (electricity, water, etc.)
- Bank passbook
- Ration card
- Government housing scheme documents
🎂 Proof of Date of Birth
- Birth Certificate
- Passport
- SSLC Certificate
👨👩👧 Proof of Relationship
- PDS (Public Distribution System) card
- MGNREGA Job Card
- Birth certificate listing parents’ names
👶 Aadhaar Enrolment for Children Under 5
Children below five can be enrolled using:
- Head of Family method, or
- Individual documents, as applicable
📝 How to Update Aadhaar Online: Step-by-Step
- Visit: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
- Log in using Aadhaar number and OTP
- Review the displayed personal details
- Confirm accuracy of existing data
- Select identity proof document from drop-down
- Upload the document (Max file size: 2 MB | Format: JPEG, PNG, PDF)
- Choose and upload address proof document
- Click Submit to complete the update process
Stay updated through the official UIDAI portal for any further announcements or changes related to Aadhaar services.
