Mandatory Aadhaar Update: How To Change Mobile Number Offline And Online

Aadhaar, a pivotal identity document in India, has become indispensable for accessing various services and authenticating documents. To utilise online Aadhaar facilities, registering a mobile number with UIDAI is essential for receiving OTPs for authentication . Likewise, for utilising the mAadhaar app , one must link their mobile number with Aadhaar.

Should your registered mobile number be inactive or you wish to update it, a visit to an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre is necessary.

Changing Mobile Number in Aadhaar Card Offline :

Instances of lost or deactivated mobile numbers necessitate updating them in UIDAI's database. Here's a simplified guide to altering your mobile number on Aadhaar offline:

• Visit a nearby Aadhaar Enrolment Centre.
• Complete the Aadhaar Update/Correction Form, ensuring to include your new mobile number.

Submit the form to an Aadhaar executive.

Verify your details using biometrics.

Pay the service fee of Rs. 50.

Receive an acknowledgement slip with the Update Request Number (URN) for tracking. Your mobile number update will reflect in Aadhaar's database within 30 days.

No additional documents are required for this update; just carry your Aadhaar card and pay the stipulated fee at the nearest Aadhaar Centre.

Changing Mobile Number in Aadhaar Card Online:

Changing or adding a mobile number to Aadhaar can also be done online without visiting a physical Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Follow these steps:

• Visit the Indian Postal Service website link provided.
• Enter your details such as name, address, new mobile number, email, etc.
• Select 'PPB- Aadhaar Service' from the drop-down menu.
• Choose 'UIDAI-Mobile/Email to Aadhaar linking/update'.
• Request OTP and enter it on the website.
• Confirm the service request to receive a Reference Number.
• The request will be forwarded to the nearest post office for verification.
• An officer will conduct verification at your address using a mobile biometric device.

Upon successful verification, the officer will update/link the mobile number and charge the service fee.

These streamlined processes aim to ensure that Aadhaar users can easily maintain updated mobile numbers, facilitating seamless access to services and benefits.