Aadhaar Card: UIDAI Rolls Out Free Email Update via App, No Need To Visit Centre
Updating Aadhaar details has become significantly easier, with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introducing a new feature that lets residents add or update their email ID directly through the Aadhaar App.
Updating Aadhaar details has become significantly easier, with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introducing a new feature that lets residents add or update their email ID directly through the Aadhaar App.
The service, live since July 1, 2026, removes the need to visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra and is being offered free of cost for six months.
What Has Changed
Until now, anyone wanting to add or update the email ID linked to their Aadhaar had to visit an Aadhaar enrolment or update centre. With the new update, the entire process can be completed digitally through the official Aadhaar App.
The move is aimed at making Aadhaar services more accessible while cutting down the need for physical visits to service centres. Aadhaar Letter, PVC Card or App: Which Version Is Valid for Identity Proof?
Free Service For Six Months
UIDAI has waived the usual INR 75 fee for updating an email ID through the Aadhaar App. The waiver is valid from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, during which users can update or add their email address at no cost, provided they use the official Aadhaar App. Aadhaar App Security: 5 Simple Steps To Update Your Aadhaar App PIN.
Why Link An Email ID To Aadhaar
A registered email ID helps users receive important updates related to their Aadhaar account. Key benefits include:
- Notifications related to Aadhaar services
- Authentication and verification alerts
- Easier communication from UIDAI
- Improved account recovery and security
Keeping contact details updated also ensures users do not miss important Aadhaar-related communications.
How To Update Your Email ID
To update the email ID through the Aadhaar App:
- Download or open the official Aadhaar App
- Log in using the required authentication
- Select the option to add or update the email ID
- Enter the new email address
- Complete the verification process by following the on-screen instructions
- Submit the request
Once verified, the updated email ID will be linked to the Aadhaar record.
Strong Early Response
The new feature has received an encouraging response from users. According to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, more than 2.5 lakh email updates were recorded within the first two days of the service going live.
A Step Towards Digital India
The introduction of online email updates is part of UIDAI's broader effort to simplify Aadhaar services and improve the digital experience for residents. By enabling more services through the Aadhaar App, the authority aims to make identity management faster, more convenient, and less dependent on physical service centres.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 13, 2026 12:17 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
