Aadhaar Card: How to Update Your Mobile Number on Your Aadhaar Card

Kokila Chokkanathan
Updating your mobile number in your Aadhaar is important because most Aadhaar services—such as OTP verification, online updates, and banking authentication—depend on a registered mobile number.

Unlike some demographic details, mobile number updates cannot be done online. You must visit an Aadhaar service centre.

Why Updating mobile Number in Aadhaar Is Important

Your registered mobile number is used for:

  • Receiving OTPs for Aadhaar login and updates
  • Accessing uidai online services
  • Linking Aadhaar with banks and government schemes
  • e-KYC verification for services like SIM cards and subsidies
If your number is outdated, you may data-face issues in verification and service access.

Can You Update mobile Number Online?

No. uidai does not allow online mobile number updates for security reasons.

You must visit one of the following:

  • UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendra
  • Authorized Aadhaar enrollment/update centre
Step-by-Step Process to Update mobile Number

1. Visit an Aadhaar Centre

Go to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra with your Aadhaar card.

2. Fill Update Form

Request the Aadhaar update form and enter your new mobile number.

3. biometric Verification

Your fingerprint or iris scan will be used for authentication.

4. Pay Update Fee

A nominal fee (usually ₹50) is charged for mobile number updates.

5. Receive Acknowledgment Slip

You will get an Update Request Number (URN) to track status.

Processing Time

  • Updates usually take 7 to 10 working days
  • You can track status using the URN on UIDAI’s portal
How to Check If mobile Number Is Updated

Once processed:

  • Visit uidai website
  • Use “Check Aadhaar Update Status”
  • Enter Aadhaar number and URN
Important Tips

  • Carry original Aadhaar card or e-Aadhaar printout
  • Ensure correct mobile number before submission
  • Keep URN safely for tracking updates
Conclusion

Updating your mobile number on Aadhaar is a simple but essential process that ensures uninterrupted access to wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital services. Since online updates are not allowed, visiting an Aadhaar centre remains the only secure method.

 

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