These documents are mandatory for Aadhaar card renewal! These are the new rules of UIDAI | Aadhaar Update

Aadhar card is a very important document for every Indian. In a way, this Aadhar card is the master of all documents. If this card is correct, everything else is very simple and easy.

When we visit service centers to get documents like ration card, vehicle license, PAN card, bank account, etc., the first thing they ask us is ‘Where did you get your Aadhaar’. This 12-digit unique identification number implemented by the central government is very important. Now, UIDAI has implemented new rules for Aadhaar card renewal.

Do you need to make any changes in your existing Aadhaar card? If you want to change the name, home address or photo in the old Aadhaar (Aadhaar card renewal), it is better to keep in mind these new rules introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India. UIDAI has recently released a new list of documents required for Aadhaar renewal for the year 2025-26.

UIDAI has clarified that if two or more Aadhaar numbers are generated in the name of an individual by mistake, only the Aadhaar number issued first will be valid. All other Aadhaar numbers except the first number will be cancelled.

1. Identity proof: You can present passport, PAN card (e-PAN card), voter ID card, driving license, photo identity card issued by a government agency, NREGA employment card, pensioner ID card, Central Government Health Scheme/Ex-Servicemen Cooperative Health Scheme card, transgender identity card as documents.
2. Address proof: Electricity/Water/Gas/Landline bill (less than 3 months old), bank passbook or bank statement, ration card, passport, driving license, rent agreement (registered), pension document, residence certificate issued by state/central government can be provided as address proof.
3. Birth certificate: School mark sheet, passport, pension document with date of birth, state or central government certificate with date of birth can be provided. Aadhaar Card (UIDAI) has provided free online Aadhaar renewal facility till June 14, 2026. Now, here is the details on how to renew it sitting at home.

1. Login to myAadhaar portal.
2. Upload scanned copies of required documents.
3. Verify through biometrics or OTP.
4. Download e-Aadhaar after updating.