Big Relief for Parents! Updating Your Child’s Aadhaar Is Now FREE

Great news for parents! The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced that updating your child’s Aadhaar card is now free of cost. This decision is expected to make it easier for children to access education, scholarships and government services.

Why Children’s Aadhaar Needs Updating

For children, their biometric information changes as they grow. Hence it is important that the system is updated with the latest information to avoid any documentation hassles in the future.

Currently, children are required to update their Aadhaar at two key ages:

• At 5 years old – to update fingerprints and facial recognition as the child grows.
• At 15 years old – another update is needed to ensure the biometric data remains accurate.

Previously, parents had to pay ₹125 for each update. While this may not seem like a large amount for many families, but in rural areas, it was a financial burden.

Why UIDAI Took This Step

The decision to waive the fee for children aged 5 to 17 aims majorly towards making essential services more accessible to everyone.

When updates are free, more parents are likely to keep their child’s Aadhaar updated.

Many scholarships and government benefits require children to have the correct Aadhaar details. With free updates, parents don’t have to delay or worry about missing deadlines due to outdated records.

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How to Update Your Child’s Aadhaar

To update your child’s Aadhar, just follow these steps:

1. Visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorized center.
2. Carry the child’s existing Aadhaar card.
3. Bring identity proof of the parent or guardian.
4. The staff will help update biometric details

It is advisable to schedule appointments wherever available. It helps in avoiding long waits.

Benefits Of Keeping Aadhar Updated

• With updated Aadhaar, children can easily apply for scholarships and other educational benefits.
• When biometric information is accurate, it makes it easier for Government authorities to provide services to children.

For more information, visit the official UIDAI website or your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra.