Aadhaar Rules for All Age Groups (Simple Format)

 Children (0–5 years)

• Aadhaar can be issued without biometric data (no fingerprints/iris) for children below 5.
• Only photo + demographic details (name, DOB, address, parent linkage) are collected.
• This Aadhaar must be updated with biometrics later when age 5 is reached.

 Children / Minors (5–17 years)

• When a child turns 5, they must get full biometrics (photo + fingerprints + iris)
• This first mandatory biometric update is treated like a new enrolment but keeps the same Aadhaar number.
• When they turn 15, they must get biometrics updated again to capture adult-level biometric data.
• Both biometric updates are free of cost if done within the age windows (MBU 5–7 and 15–17).

 Adults (18+ years)

• Adults must enroll with full biometrics (photo, fingerprints, iris) for the initial Aadhaar.
• If there are changes to address / name / mobile / DOB, updates can be done online or offline.
• Biometric updates for adults are not mandatory but recommended if details change significantly (e.g., worn fingerprints).

 Senior Citizens

• Seniors continue to use Aadhaar as identity proof normally.
• If fingerprints become worn out due to age, UIDAI may support alternate verification processes during authentication.
• Biometric updates can be provided if needed to maintain correct records.

 Latest Aadhaar Updates (2025-2026)

 1. New Aadhaar App with Enhanced Features

UIDAI launched a new official Aadhaar app that allows:

• Secure digital/QR code-based verification.
• Sharing only necessary data (privacy control).
• Updating mobile number and address directly in the app.
• Biometric lock/unlock feature for added security.

 2. Aadhaar Updates Made Easier Online

From 1 Nov 2025 onwards, letter-level updates such as name, address, date of birth, mobile number can be done online via myAadhaar portal — reducing the need to visit an Aadhaar centre.

 3. Charges Waived for Children’s Biometric Update

UIDAI has waived fees for biometric updates for children aged 7–15 (effective until late 2026) to help parents complete updates without paying charges.

 4. Aadhaar PVC Card Fee Revised

From 1 Jan 2026, the service fee for ordering a PVC Aadhaar card has been revised (increased) to cover printing and delivery cost.

 5. Stronger Digital Verification & Privacy

• Aadhaar authentication (biometrics/face/QR) is becoming more secure and privacy-focused.
• More services are integrating QR-based offline verification to reduce fraud exposure.

 Fast Facts to Show on Your Website

✔ Aadhaar for children below 5 no biometrics; must update biometrics at 5 & 15.
✔ Children’s biometric updates free during age windows.
✔ Adults can update demographic info online now.
✔ New Aadhaar app for secure digital identity & updates.
✔ PVC Aadhaar card fees increased from ₹50 → ₹75.
✔ Aadhaar QR code increasingly used for offline verification.