Big changes are rolling out for Aadhaar holders starting November 1, 2025. The UIDAI is streamlining the process for updating personal details, giving users greater flexibility and convenience. Alongside this, there’s a revamped fee structure and a major new mandate: link your Aadhaar with PAN, or risk deactivation. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the new rules, what they mean, and how you can take advantage of them before the deadlines hit.
What’s Changing: Aadhaar Updates Go Digital
From November 1 onward, the UIDAI allows updates to key demographic fields – such as name, address, date of birth, and mobile number – entirely online, without visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Rather than uploading documents manually, the system will automatically verify your information using trusted government databases like PAN, passport, driving license and others. However, in-person visits are still required for biometric updates – this includes fingerprint scans, iris scans, and photograph refreshers.
New Fee Structure: More Transparent but Higher Costs
The UIDAI has revised its Aadhaar update charges, effective from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028. Key points include:
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Demographic updates (name, address, DOB, mobile/email): ₹75 (if done separately)
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Biometric updates (photo, fingerprint, iris): ₹125 for most, up from the previous ₹100.
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Document proof uploads: Free on the myAadhaar portal until June 14, 2026. After that, a ₹75 fee will apply.
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Children’s biometric updates: Free for ages 5–7 and 15–17.
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These increases reflect UIDAI’s efforts to balance administrative costs while encouraging users to adopt digital channels.
Mandatory Aadhaar–PAN Linking: Key Deadline
One of the most significant changes: Aadhaar–PAN linking is now mandatory.
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Deadline for existing PAN holders: Link Aadhaar by December 31, 2025.
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Consequence of delay: Unlinked PANs will become inactive from January 1, 2026.
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For new PAN applicants, Aadhaar verification will now be mandatory during the application process.
Simpler KYC for Banks and Financial Institutions
With these changes, the KYC process is also getting an upgrade:
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Banks and fintechs can now perform KYC using Aadhaar OTP, video calls, or in-person verification, reducing paperwork and speeding up onboarding.
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There’s also a push for data privacy: institutions will be able to verify users without seeing full Aadhaar numbers, using more secure mechanisms.
What You Should Do Now
To make the most of these rule changes, here are a few action items:
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Confirm your registered mobile number on the UIDAI portal – necessary for OTP-based updates.
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Update your demographic details, if needed, using the myAadhaar portal to avoid more hassle later.
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Plan for biometric updates: children in the free-update age groups (5–7, 15–17) should be especially considered.
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Link your PAN and Aadhaar before December 31, 2025, to avoid PAN deactivation.
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Track your update request using the URN (Update Request Number) once you apply.
Why These Changes Matter
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Better convenience: Major changes no longer require a physical visit, reducing time and effort.
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Cost clarity: The new fee structure makes it clear what updates will cost.
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Financial security: Linking Aadhaar and PAN solidifies identity verification, reducing risks in banking and taxation.
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Inclusive for children: Free biometric updates for minors ensure their Aadhaar data stays accurate as they grow.
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Stronger KYC: More modern, secure verification methods help protect user privacy while simplifying financial access.
Possible Downsides & Risks
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The fee hike may be a burden for some, especially if frequent updates are needed.
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People without a linked mobile number may face difficulties updating online.
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Automatic verification systems could reject data if government databases don’t match, requiring manual intervention.
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Missing the PAN–Aadhaar linking deadline could lock you out of essential financial services.
Conclusion
The UIDAI’s November 1, 2025 update brings a major digital leap for Aadhaar management. By enabling online updates, simplifying KYC, and making PAN linking mandatory, these changes aim to make identity verification more seamless, secure, and modern. While there are new costs to consider, the convenience and improved functionality mark a clear progression toward a more user-friendly Aadhaar system.
If you haven’t updated your details recently or linked your PAN yet, now is the time to act — make sure you’re ready before the deadlines hit.
