Change Date of Birth in Aadhaar Card Online 2026 | Complete Guide – UIDAI

UIDAI

Unique Identification Authority of India

Government of India

Change Date of Birth in Aadhaar Card Online 2026

How to update/correct date of birth in Aadhaar online | Documents Required | Offline Process

Online DOB Update Available | FREE Online | Offline: ₹50

Visit MyAadhaar Portal – Update DOB Online

Important Notice: UIDAI allows only ONE date of birth update in a lifetime for adults. For children (below 18 years), limited updates are allowed. Please ensure your DOB proof document is accurate before submitting.

How to Change Date of Birth in Aadhaar Card Online – Step by Step 2026

Updating your date of birth in Aadhaar online is simple. Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Visit the official UIDAI portal: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Step 2: Click on “Update Your Aadhaar” under the “Get Aadhaar” section
Step 3: Select “Date of Birth” as the field you want to update
Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number or VID (Virtual ID)
Step 5: Enter the security code (CAPTCHA) displayed
Step 6: Click “Send OTP” – OTP sent to registered mobile number
Step 7: Enter the OTP and click “Login”
Step 8: Enter your correct date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY format)
Step 9: Upload valid DOB proof document (PDF/JPG, max 2MB)
Step 10: Review the details and submit the request
Step 11: You will receive an Update Request Number (URN) – Save it for tracking
Step 12: DOB update takes 7-10 working days for approval
Step 13: After approval, download updated Aadhaar with corrected DOB

Online DOB Update Fee: ₹0 – Completely FREE. No charges for online date of birth correction.

Note: Your mobile number must be registered with Aadhaar to receive OTP. If not registered, visit nearest Aadhaar Enrolment Centre first.

Documents Required to Change Date of Birth in Aadhaar Card

You need to upload a valid date of birth proof document. Below is the complete list of accepted documents by UIDAI:

Document Type	Examples
Birth Certificate	Birth Certificate issued by Registrar of Births & Deaths (Municipal Corporation/Gram Panchayat)
Educational Documents	10th/12th Marksheet, School Leaving Certificate, Transfer Certificate (with DOB)
Government ID Cards	Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License (with DOB)
Service Documents	Government Service Record, Pension Payment Order, Employee ID with DOB
Medical Documents	Hospital Birth Record, Medical Certificate (for children), Ayushman Card

Important: The document must have your correct date of birth clearly printed. The document should be self-attested (sign on a copy) before uploading. Expired documents are NOT accepted. Birth Certificate is the most preferred document.

Offline Method: Change DOB at Aadhaar Centre

If you cannot update online, visit any Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Centre:

Download and fill Aadhaar Update Form
Carry original DOB proof + self-attested copy
Carry original Aadhaar card
Visit nearest centre (Bank, Post Office, or Permanent Centre)
Biometric verification required
Fee: ₹50 (inclusive of GST) for offline update
Update takes 7-10 working days

Track Your DOB Update Status

Check status using Update Request Number (URN):

Visit myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Click “Check Aadhaar Update Status”
Enter your URN (Update Request Number)
Enter CAPTCHA and click Submit
View current status: Submitted / Under Review / Completed / Rejected

You can also check status via mAadhaar App on mobile.

Special Case: Change Date of Birth in Child’s Aadhaar (Baal Aadhaar)

For Children Below 5 Years (Blue Aadhaar)

DOB can be updated multiple times until age 5
Acceptable documents: Birth Certificate, Hospital Records, Immunization Card
After age 5, biometrics are captured and DOB becomes limited to one update

For Children Between 5-18 Years

Limited DOB updates allowed
Acceptable documents: Birth Certificate, School ID, 10th Marksheet (if available)
Parent’s registered mobile number required for OTP

Important Guidelines for DOB Change in Aadhaar

✅ Do’s

Ensure document is clear and readable
Use only valid DOB proof (Birth Certificate preferred)
Save URN for tracking
Verify DOB format (DD/MM/YYYY) before submission
Download updated Aadhaar after approval
For adults, ensure this is your first DOB update

❌ Don’ts

Don’t upload blurred or cropped documents
Don’t use fake or invalid DOB proofs
Don’t share OTP with anyone
Don’t pay money to agents – online update is FREE
Don’t attempt multiple DOB updates (adults limited to one)

Common Issues & Solutions – DOB Update Failed?

❌ OTP Not Received?

✓ Ensure mobile number is registered with Aadhaar
✓ Wait 2 minutes and click “Resend OTP”
✓ Check network signal
✓ Maximum 3 attempts in 24 hours

❌ Document Rejected?

✓ Check document is valid (not expired)
✓ Ensure DOB matches document exactly
✓ Upload clear, uncropped image (PDF/JPG)
✓ File size should be under 2MB
✓ Birth Certificate is most accepted

❌ DOB Update Taking Too Long?

✓ Normal processing time: 7-10 working days
✓ Check status using URN
✓ Contact UIDAI helpline after 15 days

❌ “Already Updated Once” Error?

✓ Adults are allowed only ONE DOB update in lifetime
✓ Visit Aadhaar centre for special approval
✓ Submit strong documentary evidence

Date of Birth Update Fee 2026

Update Method	Fee	Processing Time	Lifetime Limit
Online DOB Update (Self-service)	₹0 (FREE)	7-10 working days	1 time for adults
Offline at Aadhaar Centre	₹50 + GST	7-10 working days	1 time for adults
Child DOB Update (Below 5 years)	₹0 (FREE)	7-10 working days	Multiple updates allowed

Free Service: Online DOB update is completely free. Beware of fake websites or agents asking for money.

DOB Correction vs Major DOB Change – What’s the Difference?

DOB Correction (Minor Fix)

When DOB has small errors like wrong day/month or typo. Document may not be required for very minor corrections (≤2 days difference).

Example: “15/08/1990” to “16/08/1990” (1 day correction)
Document required: May be waived for minor corrections

Major DOB Change

When changing year or significant date difference. Strong documentary evidence required.

Example: “1990” to “1992” (year change)
Document required: Yes (Birth Certificate mandatory)
May require Gazette notification for large changes

UIDAI Helpline & Support for DOB Change

Toll Free: 1947 (24×7)

Alternate: 1800-180-1947

Email: help@uidai.gov.in

Portal: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in

Working Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on Sundays & public holidays)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

❓ Can I change my date of birth in Aadhaar online?
Yes, DOB can be updated online through myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. It’s completely free.

❓ How many times can I change DOB in Aadhaar?
Adults are allowed only ONE DOB update in a lifetime. Children below 5 years can update multiple times.

❓ What documents are required for DOB change?
Birth Certificate is most preferred. Other valid proofs: 10th Marksheet, Passport, PAN Card, School Certificate.

❓ How long does DOB update take?
7-10 working days for online update. Track status using URN.

❓ Is there any fee for DOB correction?
Online DOB update is FREE. Offline at centre costs ₹50 + GST.

❓ What if my DOB update is rejected?
Check rejection reason in status. Upload clearer document or visit Aadhaar centre with original Birth Certificate.

❓ Can I change DOB for my child’s Aadhaar online?
Yes, using parent’s registered mobile number and child’s Aadhaar. Upload child’s Birth Certificate.

❓ What if I don’t have a Birth Certificate?
Use 10th Marksheet, Passport, or PAN Card as valid DOB proof. For children, hospital records may work.

Security Advisory: UIDAI never asks for OTP or password via phone call, SMS, or email. Never share your Aadhaar OTP with anyone. Always use official portal myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in for DOB updates. Beware of fake websites or agents claiming to update DOB for a fee – online update is FREE.