All You Need To Know About The Aadhaar Card Correction Form

An Aadhaar Card is an essential document that is needed for availing various government benefits and subsidies. However, any incorrect data on your Aadhaar can lead to major problems in the future. Hence, you should make sure to have the information corrected without any delay. 

You can modify the data on your Aadhaar either by downloading the Aadhaar card correction form online or by visiting any Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. 

How to Submit the Aadhaar Correction Form?

If you wish to make any changes to your Aadhaar card, you have to fill up and submit the Aadhaar correction form. It is the same form that is used for applying for a new Aadhaar card. You can submit it both online and offline.

These sections will provide a detailed guide on how to make necessary Aadhaar modifications:

Online

To submit the Aadhaar correction form online, you need to have your mobile number linked with your Aadhaar. Here are the steps you have to follow:

Step 1

 Visit UIDAI’s official website.

Step 2

Now, enter your Aadhaar number and the provided captcha. 

Step 3

 Tap on ‘Send OTP’.

Step 4

Provide this OTP you receive on your registered mobile number and select the ‘Login’ option. 

Step 5

On the next page, two options are available. You can update your address via Address Proof. Alternatively, you can choose to update your Address using a secret code. You can use the second option if you possess an Address Validation Letter.  That said, keep in mind that the UIDAI has suspended the service of changing addresses in Aadhaar through the Address Validation Letter till further orders.

Step 6

When you choose the first option, your current address will appear along with an option to provide the new address. 

Step 7

Once you have given the necessary details, click on ‘Preview’.

Step 8

Now, upload the scanned image of the original proof of address document. 

Step 9

 After you upload this scanned copy, you will get an Update Request Number. You can use this number to track your Aadhaar card correction status.

Also Read: How To Link Aadhaar With A Bank Account?

Offline 

Here’s how you can submit an Aadhaar correction request offline through any Aadhaar Enrolment Centre:

Step 1

Visit the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre and ask for the correction form. You may also take out a printed copy of the online form. 

Step 2

Carry the original copies of the necessary documents.

Step 3

When you submit the form, the attendant will verify all necessary details. Once done, you will get an EID as an acknowledgement which you may use for tracking the progress of your correction application.

Things To Remember During Aadhaar Correction 

You must keep the following factors in mind while filling and submitting the Aadhaar correction form:

• You’ll have to use capital letters only while filling up the form.
• The Aadhaar enrolment form is the same as the correction form. Make sure to fill up only these fields: 28-digit EID which contains your enrolment number along with the date and time stamp. 
• Make sure to provide updated details only.
• You must provide the complete address while applying for a correction. Note that the updated Aadhaar card will be delivered to this address.
• You need to submit valid supporting documents with updated data. For instance, if you wish to update the address, ensure proof of address documents have the updated address.
• In case you do not have original documents with you, you can provide a photocopy of the specific document as attested by a gazetted officer or notary. 
• The application might be rejected if you provide any incorrect information. 

Documents Required For Aadhaar Card Correction 

According to the latest updates, you can change information related to name, address, gender, date of birth and language through the official UIDAI website. However, you need to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre to change the email ID, biometrics and mobile number. 

Here is a list of documents required for correcting Aadhaar details: 

Proof of identity documents

Keep any of these documents handy when going to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra for correcting your name on the Aadhaar card:

• PAN card
• Voters ID card
• Ration card
• NREGA job card
• Pensioner card
• Marriage certificate
• ECHS card
• Freedom fighter card
• Government-issued photo ID cards, etc.

Proof of address documents

Some of the proof of address documents that you can submit to modify your address on Aadhaar include:

• Electricity bill that is not more than 3 months old
• Passport
• Landline telephone bill less than 3 months old
• Bank statement or passbook
• Driving license
• Insurance policy 
• Ration card
• Credit card statement

Proof of date of birth documents

The following supporting documents would be necessary if you wish to correct the date of birth on Aadhaar:

• Birth certificate
• Passport
• SSLC certificate, etc.

Final Word

You need to fill up the Aadhaar card correction form carefully and correctly to make any changes in your Aadhaar card details. However, the request for correction can be turned down if you fail to fulfil any of the provisions laid down by UIDAI. 

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