Aadhaar has become essential for almost everything today, especially for children. It is required for school admissions, government schemes, and many other benefits.
UIDAI issues a blue Aadhaar card, known as Baal Aadhaar, for children below 5 years of age. This card does not include biometric details like fingerprints or iris scans.
However, it is mandatory to update Baal Aadhaar between the ages of 5 and 15. If this update is not done on time, the Aadhaar may become inactive.
The good news is that this update is completely free, and UIDAI does not charge any fee for it.
Why Updating a Child’s Aadhaar Is Important
A child’s Aadhaar is linked to the Aadhaar of their parents. The first mandatory biometric update must be done when the child turns 5 years old.
This update includes fingerprints, an iris scan, and a photograph. The second biometric update is required at the age of 15 years.
If parents miss these updates, the child may face problems during school admissions, while applying for subsidies, or when accessing other government benefits.
UIDAI has recently clarified through its guidelines that the update process has been simplified so that parents can complete it easily without any confusion.
Easy and Free Aadhaar Update Process
Updating a child’s Aadhaar is simple and hassle-free:
Visit the official UIDAI website uidai.gov.in and click on “Find Nearest Aadhaar Centre.”
Choose the nearest enrolment centre and book an appointment online by entering the child’s name, date of birth, and the parent’s mobile number.
On the appointment day, take your child to the Aadhaar centre. Carry important documents such as the child’s birth certificate, parents’ Aadhaar card, and address proof.
At the centre, fill out the required form and complete the child’s biometric process, including fingerprints, iris scan, and photo. No fee is charged.
Once the update is completed, confirmation will be sent via SMS, and the updated Aadhaar card can be received by email or downloaded online.
UIDAI Guidelines and Special Facilities
Many parents forget to update their child’s Aadhaar on time, but doing so is very important. If the Aadhaar update is delayed for too long, the child may need to apply for a new Aadhaar.
Experts suggest completing the update as soon as the child turns 5 to 6 years old.
To make the process easier, UIDAI has also arranged special child Aadhaar update camps at enrolment centres. This small and timely step can help secure your child’s future. Parents are advised to book an appointment early and stay worry-free.
Simple Example for Better Understanding
Imagine a parent enrolling their child in school and suddenly realizing that the Aadhaar card has an old photo or incorrect address.
Earlier, updating Aadhaar involved paying a fee, which added to the burden. Now, the update process is free, simple, and quick.
This change not only reduces financial stress for parents but also ensures that the child’s identity records remain accurate at all times.
