KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- UIDAI adds home address update option in the new Aadhaar app.
- Now you can change Aadhaar address and mobile number from home.
- ₹75 fee and up to 30 days processing time for address update.
The Aadhaar app just got a powerful new upgrade, and honestly, this one’s a relief for crores of users.
No more rushing to the Aadhaar centre or waiting in long queues.
Now you can update your Aadhaar address sitting at home, straight from your phone.
And here’s the kicker — the mobile number update feature is already live, and more updates like name and email change are on the way.
Aadhaar App Gets Big Update Feature Overview
| Feature | Availability | Cost | Time Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Address Update | Live on Aadhaar App | ₹75 | Up to 30 days | Requires valid address proof |
| Mobile Number Update | Live | ₹50 (as per existing UIDAI fee norms) | Instant after verification | Need face authentication |
| Name Update | Coming Soon | Not Announced | Not Announced | Under development |
| Email Update | Coming Soon | Not Announced | Not Announced | Will be app-based |
| Aadhaar Verification App | In Development | Free | Instant | For hotels/offices, not individuals |
What’s New in the Aadhaar App?
UIDAI has quietly rolled out a massive upgrade.
Earlier, the app only allowed viewing Aadhaar details or downloading e-Aadhaar. Recently, the mobile number update option was added. Now, the address update feature has joined the list.
This means the two most common updates — mobile number and address — can now be done without stepping outside your home.
More features like name update and email update, are already in the pipeline.
How to Update Your Aadhaar Address Using the App
The process is pretty simple — even first-time users will find it easy.
- Update the Aadhaar app from the Play Store or App Store.
- Open the app and swipe up from the bottom of the home screen.
- Tap on Update My Aadhaar.
- Select Address Update.
- Choose Using Your Documents.
- You will be informed about the ₹75 fee and the expected 30-day processing time.
- Upload your valid address proof (like electricity bill, water bill, phone bill, etc.).
- Enter your new address details.
- Complete face authentication and make the payment.
- Your request will be submitted, and UIDAI will update the address within 30 days.
Simple, fast, and honestly, way more convenient than the centre visit.
What New Features Are Coming Next?
UIDAI’s target is clear — make Aadhaar updates fully digital and painless.
Some features already available:
- Aadhaar sharing via QR code
- Biometric lock/unlock
- Aadhaar usage history
- Recent update history
And soon, users will be able to update name and email directly through the app — no more taking a day off to stand in line.
A New Aadhaar Verification App Is Also Being Built
This one’s interesting.
UIDAI is reportedly working on a separate app meant for Aadhaar verification.
This won’t be for regular users but for places like:
- Hotels
- Offices
- Institutions
- Service centres
Anywhere Aadhaar verification is needed, this app will be used.
A safer, cleaner system — and less sharing of Aadhaar photocopies in random places.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does it cost to update Aadhaar address from the app?
It costs ₹75, and the update may take up to 30 days after verification.
2. Do I still need to visit an Aadhaar centre for mobile number update?
No. The new Aadhaar app now supports mobile number update at home through face authentication.
3. Can I update my name or email online?
Not yet. UIDAI is working on these features, and they will be added soon.
