Can I update my name on aadhar card ?

Answered on February 02,2019
You can update ONLY address via online or post mode. For any other update in your Aadhaar data, visit the nearest Aadhaar kendra.

Answered on December 03,2019
Name can only be updated at Aadhar Service Centre. Follow the below steps to update name on Aadhar.
- Visit your nearest Aadhaar enrollment/update Centre. You can find nearest aadhaar service centre from here.
- Fill the Aadhaar update form to change your name on Aadhar. You can also download Aadhar update form and fill it before reaching the office.
- You have to submit the proof of identity document along with the form.
- Enrollment officer takes your biometrics to authenticate your identity
- Officer hands over the acknowledgement slip containing URN to you
- The URN can be used to check the status of aadhar online.
- You have to pay a fee of INR 50/- to the executive
- Your name will be updated in Aadhaar within 90 days.
- After updation, Aadhaar letter with updates will be delivered at the given address. You can also “Download Aadhaar” from UIDAI website

Answered on December 03,2019
Please check the video below to correct your name in Aadhaar card.
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