An Aadhaar card has become an important identity document for accessing various government and private services in India. Keeping your mobile number and email address linked to Aadhaar can make identity verification and other related services easier.
If your email ID is not registered with your Aadhaar card or you want to update your existing email address, you may no longer need to visit an Aadhaar centre for this process. The facility is available through the official Aadhaar mobile app, allowing users to submit their update requests directly from their smartphones.
According to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Aadhaar holders can update their email ID through the Aadhaar app without paying any fee until December 31, 2026.
How to Update Your Email ID Through the Aadhaar App
Aadhaar holders can follow a few simple steps to register a new email address or replace an existing one using the official mobile application.
First, download the official Aadhaar app on your smartphone and log in using your Aadhaar details. After logging in, look for the email ID update option and select it.
Enter the email address you want to link with your Aadhaar card. An OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to the provided email address for verification. Enter the OTP in the app and proceed by selecting the Submit option.
You will then need to complete face authentication using your smartphone’s camera. Once the verification process is finished, submit your update request.
After successful submission, you will receive a URN (Update Request Number). Keep this number सुरक्षित, as it will help you track the status of your email update request.
What Do You Need to Update Your Aadhaar Email ID?
Before starting the process, make sure your mobile number is already linked to your Aadhaar card. You should also have access to the email address you want to register, as an OTP will be required to verify it.
There is no separate fee for updating your email ID through the Aadhaar app during the specified free-service period. After submitting your request, save the URN provided by the application for future reference.
It is also important to enter an email address that you regularly use so that you can receive important communication and verification messages.
Aadhaar Email ID Update Fee: How Much Will You Pay?
As per the information provided, Aadhaar cardholders can update their email addresses free of charge through the official Aadhaar app until December 31, 2026.
However, those who choose to update their email ID through the My Aadhaar portal or by visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra will have to pay a fee of ₹75.
Before applying, users should check the latest charges and guidelines on the official UIDAI website to ensure they have the correct information.