How to Update Your Photo on Aadhaar Card: Method & Fees Explained

Kokila Chokkanathan
If your Aadhaar card photo is old, unclear, or doesn’t look like you anymore, you can update it easily—but it cannot be done fully online. You must visit an Aadhaar centre for biometric verification and a live photo capture.

Can You Update Aadhaar Photo Online?

❌ No, Aadhaar photo (biometric data) cannot be changed online
✔ You must visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre / Aadhaar Seva Kendra

This is because the photo is captured live using official biometric equipment for security reasons.

Step-by-Step Method to Update Aadhaar Photo

Step 1: Visit Nearest Aadhaar Centre

Go to any authorized Aadhaar Enrolment or Seva Kendra.

Step 2: Fill Update Form

Request the Aadhaar update/correction form and fill in your details (Aadhaar number, name, etc.).

Step 3: Submit Biometrics

You will be asked to:

  • Provide fingerprints and iris scan
  • Verify identity
Step 4: Live Photo Capture

The operator will take your new photograph on the spot using the official webcam system.

Step 5: Pay Update Fee

You must pay the service charge at the centre.

Step 6: Get Acknowledgement Slip

You will receive a URN (Update Request Number) to track your update status.

Step 7: Download Updated Aadhaar

After processing, you can download the updated Aadhaar card from the uidai portal.

Fee for Aadhaar Photo Update

✔ Standard Charges:

  • ₹100 (approx.) for biometric update including photo
According to UIDAI’s updated service charges:

  • Biometric update (fingerprint/iris/photo): around ₹100–₹125 depending on latest revision and GST
Important Points to Remember

  • No need to carry a printed photo
  • Photo is always taken live at the centre
  • Update usually takes 7–30 days
  • Aadhaar number remains the same
  • URN helps track update status
Why You Should Update Your Aadhaar Photo

  • Better identity verification in banks and government services
  • Avoid mismatch issues during KYC
  • Useful if Aadhaar photo is very old or unclear
  • Improves authentication success rate
Conclusion

To update your Aadhaar photo, you must visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra where your new photo will be captured live. The process is simple and costs around ₹100–₹125, making it an easy way to keep your identity document updated and accurate.

 

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