There's some big news for Aadhaar card holders. If you want to update your email ID on your Aadhaar card or change your old email ID, you won't have to pay any additional fees. UIDAI has made email updates free for Aadhaar holders until December 31, 2026. This means there will be no fee for updating or changing your email ID during this period.

Previously, updating your email address or related details in Aadhaar required a fee. Now, with this new digital feature, citizens will be able to do this from the comfort of their homes using their mobile phones. This will reduce the need to visit an Aadhaar service center and save time and effort.

Email update will be done through Aadhaar Mobile App.
Many Aadhaar related services can now be availed online through UIDAI's new Aadhaar Mobile App. These include the facility to update or change email ID in Aadhaar. After logging in to the app, users can easily update their new email ID by completing the necessary verification process. This can reduce the need to visit the centre to change email in Aadhaar and the process has become more convenient than before.

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Why is it important to update your email ID?

Email is used in many services these days, including banking, insurance, government schemes, and online verification. Linking the correct email ID to your Aadhaar helps ensure timely receipt of important updates and notifications. If your email ID is outdated or incorrect, you may have difficulty accessing certain important information.

How to update your email from Aadhaar app?

First, download UIDAI's official Aadhaar mobile app on your smartphone. Then, log in with your Aadhaar number and complete the available verification process. Next, select the option to Update Email or Update Related Aadhaar Details. Register a new email ID, verify the information, and submit the request. After submitting the request, you will receive a Service Request Number (SRN). This number will help you track the status of your update request.

Therefore, the free feature until December 31, 2026, may be necessary for citizens who haven't updated their email ID in Aadhaar or wish to change their old email. Before updating, it's best to check the latest instructions on the UIDAI's official app or website.

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