Parents should pay attention to their children’s Aadhaar details and complete the mandatory biometric updates at the required ages. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has provisions for updating children’s biometric information as they grow, helping keep their Aadhaar records accurate and up to date.
Since children’s physical features change considerably during their early years, the fingerprints and iris details recorded at a young age may not remain suitable for authentication later. To address this, UIDAI requires children to complete Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) at two important stages: when they turn 5 and again at the age of 15.
There is also good news for parents. Under the announced facility, biometric updates for children aged 5 to 17 years are available free of charge until September 30, 2027.
When Should Children Complete Aadhaar Biometric Updates?
UIDAI has specified two age-based stages for mandatory biometric updates.
First update at 5 years: Children must complete their first mandatory biometric update after turning five. This allows their updated biometric information to be recorded in the Aadhaar database.
Second update at 15 years: Another biometric update is required when the child reaches 15 years of age. At this stage, the biometric information is updated again to maintain accurate identification records.
Parents should keep track of these age requirements and avoid delaying the process. Updated Aadhaar details can help prevent authentication-related difficulties when children need their Aadhaar for school activities, examinations, government services and other important purposes.
Aadhaar Biometric Update Is Free Until September 30, 2027
UIDAI’s free-update facility offers financial relief to families with children who need to complete their mandatory biometric updates.
Under this provision, children between 5 and 17 years of age can get their biometric information updated without paying the applicable update fee until September 30, 2027.
Parents can use this extended period to complete the required process without worrying about the update charges. It is advisable to check the child’s Aadhaar update status and visit an authorised centre before the deadline.
How to Update a Child’s Aadhaar Biometrics
The process can be completed by visiting an authorised Aadhaar enrolment or update centre. Parents should carry the child’s Aadhaar details and follow the instructions provided by the centre.
The update involves capturing the child’s latest biometric information, including fingerprints and iris scans, as applicable.
After submitting the update request, parents should collect and safely keep the acknowledgement slip or update reference number. This information can be useful for checking the status of the request later.
Why Is Aadhaar Biometric Updating Important for Children?
Aadhaar is commonly used for identity verification while accessing various services in India. If a child’s biometric information is not updated at the required stages, authentication may become difficult in certain situations.
Completing the mandatory updates at ages 5 and 15 helps keep the child’s Aadhaar information current and supports smoother identity verification when required.
With the free biometric update facility available until September 30, 2027, parents have an extended opportunity to complete the process. Checking the Aadhaar status in advance and visiting an authorised update centre can help avoid last-minute inconvenience.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for general informational purposes and is based on the Aadhaar update provisions described above. Free-update eligibility, applicable age requirements and deadlines are subject to UIDAI rules and official notifications. Parents should confirm the latest guidelines through UIDAI’s official website or an authorised Aadhaar centre before proceeding.