Aadhaar Update Rule: In 2026, the biggest Aadhaar “new rule” people should care about is not a scary WhatsApp forward—it’s the real deadline and cost structure for updating Aadhaar documents. UIDAI is actively pushing citizens to update Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) at least once in 10 years, and it has kept the online document update facility free until 14 June 2026. After that date, the same document update will cost money, and many users will end up paying fees or making unnecessary trips to an Aadhaar centre.
What the 2026 Aadhaar Update Rule Actually Means
UIDAI’s official guidance is simple: if your Aadhaar details are old, changed, or your documents were never refreshed, you should upload updated PoI/PoA documents. UIDAI also suggests that Aadhaar holders update documents at least once in 10 years, especially when they receive a communication for it. This “10-year update” push is why you’re seeing so many “new rule” headlines. It’s not that Aadhaar is getting cancelled—it’s that keeping your record updated helps avoid KYC issues in banking, SIM verification, and government services.
Free Online Update Till 14 June 2026 (Biggest Benefit)
Here’s the main money-saving point for poor and middle-class families: Document update through myAadhaar is free till 14.06.2026. This refers to uploading PoI and PoA documents for the “Document Update” service. If you miss this window, you may have to pay later. UIDAI’s official charges document also shows the free online window and the paid option at centres.
Charges and Where People Pay Extra
If you do document update at an Aadhaar Enrolment/Update Center, fees apply. UIDAI’s latest charges sheet indicates ₹75 at Aadhaar centres for document update, while the online document upload remains free till the June 2026 deadline. This matters because many people waste money by going offline even when they could have done the free online upload.
Which Updates Need a Center Visit
Not everything can be done from home. Document upload for PoI/PoA can be done online, but updates like mobile number change or biometric updates generally require an Aadhaar centre visit. That’s why UIDAI’s advice is: do the free online document update now, and only visit the centre for updates that truly require in-person verification.
Final Word: Cost-Saving Move for 2026
If you are poor or middle-class and want to avoid last-minute panic, the smartest move is simple: upload your updated Aadhaar documents online before 14 June 2026, so you don’t pay later and don’t get stuck in long centre queues. Aadhaar details that are outdated can create small problems that become big headaches—KYC failures, verification delays, and repeated document requests. Use the free window while it exists, keep your records clean, and your banking and government work stays smooth.