How to Change Photo in Your Aadhaar Card: A step-by-step guide

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What is Aadhaar?

Aadhaar in its true essence means Base or foundation. It is a 12-digit unique identification code given to all Indians based on their demographics and biometrics.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), founded in January 2009 by the Government of India (GOI), is the body responsible for collecting this data from every citizen of India Irrespective of their age, gender, caste, religion. As long as an individual is a resident of India he can enroll and get his Aadhaar Card. 

Generally there is only one enrolment of Aadhaar per person, but in case of multiple enrolments done by an individual, only one application is accepted and given Aadhaar against that application and all others are rejected as duplicates. 

What all Information is Present on the Aadhaar?

  1. Demographic Information
  • Name
  • Date of birth/age
  • Sex
  • Address
  • EID- enrolment number
  • Barcode
  1. Biometric Information
  • Photograph
  • Iris Scan (both eyes)
  • Fingerprints (all ten fingertips)

How can You Apply for an Aadhaar Card?

Any resident of India, satisfying all the conditions of Aadhaar verification process can apply for an Aadhaar Card. There are no limits on age or gender regarding the application for an Aadhaar. The Application process for the same is simple;

  1. Locate the nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre (Can be found on the official UIDAI website)
  2. Fill in the application and submit the required documents
  3. Complete the biometric scans and collect the acknowledgment receipt. 
  4. The Aadhaar Card will be sent to your address in around 2-3 months. 

What is e-Aadhaar?

E-Aadhaar is the electronic version of an individual’s Aadhaar Card. It is exactly the same as the person’s Aadhaar card and can be used for all identification purposes, where an Aadhaar card is required.

The e-Aadhaar can be downloaded on the UIDAI website. You can also check the status of your Aadhaar card on the website. 

What is m-Aadhaar app?

The m-Aadhaar app is an initiative taken by the government so that citizens can carry their Aadhaar card around at all times without having to physically carry the card.

The app also acts like the UIDAI website for official Aadhaar applications and for any and all updates of the card. Each app can carry up to 3 Aadhaar cards making it easier for a person to carry all his family’s demographics and Aadhaar details with them. 

Furthermore, the app is well-protected, requiring a security password every time to launch it, ensuring the safety of the Aadhaar and making sure it doesn’t fall into wrong hands.

The app is available only in android version as of now, but the government is working to release an iOS version soon. The app however can only be downloaded and used if one has linked their Aadhaar number with their mobile number. 

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How Can You Change your Photograph on the Aadhaar Card?

Changing your photograph on your Aadhaar or uploading a new one is fairly simple and doesn’t require for you to submit any documents.

  1. Visit the official UIDAI website >>> Click here
  2. Fill out the form to get your photograph changed
  3. Submit the form to the Aadhaar Enrolment Executive
  4. Search an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre in your area
  5. Visit the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre to get your photographed changed
  6. Pay the required fee for the process
  7. A department official at the Enrolment Centre will take your photo and upload it to your Aadhaar
  8. The executive will share and acknowledgement slip with you after everything is done which will have the Update Request Number (URN)
  9. You can check the Aadhaar update status online on the UIDAI website with this URN
  10. Once the website shows that your Aadhaar has been updated you can ask for the card to be delivered to your home or download the e-Aadhaar.

FAQs related to Aadhaar Photo Update

Q. What all can I update on the Aadhaar?

Answer: You can update everything including your biometrics on your Aadhaar.

Q. What is the fee for the changes in Aadhaar?

Answer: A fee of Rs. 50 is to be paid every time one updates their Aadhaar. 

Q. Can the photo on my Aadhaar be changed online?

Answer: No you cannot update the photograph online. You can fill the application form online, but you have to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre to get it updated.

Q. Will I get a new Aadhaar Card after updating it?

Answer: Yes you receive a new Aadhaar Card on updating any of your details.

Q. How long does it take to update the Aadhaar?

Answer: It takes around 90 days to update your Aadhaar Card, irrespective of what the update is.

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