Parents should check their child’s Aadhaar details if the child has recently turned 5 or 15 years old.
UIDAI requires children to update their Aadhaar biometrics at these important age milestones.
The update includes details such as fingerprints and photographs.
The good news is that parents can currently get the biometric update done free of charge until September 30.
Aadhaar Made at Birth Must Be Updated at Age 5
If a child’s Aadhaar was created when they were a baby, it needs to be updated once the child turns 5 years old.
At this stage, the child’s biometric information is updated because their physical features have developed significantly since infancy.
The Aadhaar details need to be updated again when the child turns 15.
This includes another biometric update along with a photograph.
Free Biometric Update Available Till September 30
UIDAI is currently providing the biometric update for children free of charge at Aadhaar Seva Kendras.
Parents can visit their nearest Aadhaar centre to complete the process.
However, the free facility is available only until September 30, according to the information provided.
After this deadline, a fee may be applicable if the free service is not extended.
A biometric update typically costs ₹125 when charges apply.
Why Is Updating a Child’s Aadhaar Important?
Aadhaar can be required for several important activities involving children, including school admissions, examinations, scholarships and government schemes.
An outdated biometric record can also create problems during identity verification.
As children grow, their fingerprints can change, making it important to update their biometric information at the required ages.
Therefore, if your child has recently turned 5 or 15, it is better to complete the Aadhaar biometric update before the current free-update deadline.
