How to Correct Your Name in Aadhaar Card Online & Offline: Step-by-Step Process to Update Your Details

If your Aadhaar card has an incorrect name, you may be losing out on government benefits. The government has declared that in order to avail any monetary benefits from any government schemes like PM-Kisan instalments, LPG subsidies, Ladli Benhen Yojna and other welfare schemes. Aadhaar details match the bank records. Hence, correcting your name on your Aadhaar card becomes very important, and the good news is you can do it easily from home or offline at an authorised centre.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to correct your name in the Aadhaar card 2025, using documents.

Online Name Correction in Aadhaar

Correcting your name online is simple and convenient. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official UIDAI website at https://uidai.gov.in and click on "Update Demographics Data Online".
Step 2: Log in with your 12-digit Aadhaar number and verify with the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 3: Select 'Name' correction: Choose the Name field and type your correct full name as per your documents.
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of valid documents like passport, PAN card, voter ID, and marriage certificate.
Step 5: Review all details carefully and submit. You will receive an Update Request Number (URN) to track the status.
Step 6: After verification, your corrected Aadhaar card can be downloaded directly from the UIDAI website.
Ensure your mobile number is linked to Aadhaar, as OTP authentication is mandatory for online updates.

Offline Name Correction at Aadhaar Enrolment Center

If you prefer offline correction, visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorised government enrolment centre. Here's how:
Step 1: Complete the Aadhaar update/correction form and enter your correct name.

Step 2: Provide self-attested copies of documents like passport, PAN, voter ID, or marriage certificate.

Step 3: Submit the form at the counter and pay a nominal fee (usually Rs. 50).
Step 4: Staff will perform biometric verification to authenticate your identity.
Step 5: Collect the URN slip to track the update status.
Step 6: Once processed, your corrected Aadhaar card can be downloaded or collected from the centre.

Documents Required for Name Correction in Aadhaar Card

Proof of Identity (PoI): Passport, PAN card, voter ID, driving licence, or any other government-issued ID.

Marriage Certificate: If changing your name post-marriage.

Gazette Notification: For legal name changes.

Make sure the name on documents matches your requested change.