Documents Required for Aadhar Card

When you want to apply for Aadhaar or make changes to your existing Aadhaar details, you must submit UIDAI supporting documents along with the filled application form. This article provides an easy-to-understand guide on the documents required for Aadhar Card.

To simplify the process of enrolling or updating your Aadhaar, you no longer need to provide photocopies or self-attested photocopies of your documents. However, it is important to carry the original documents with you when visiting the Aadhaar Seva Kendra for enrolment or updates. These documents will be scanned for verification and returned to you.

For Aadhaar enrolment or update documents play a crucial role. These include identity proof, address proof, proof of date of birth, and proof of relationship documents. To ensure a smooth process, we have compiled a comprehensive list of valid documents required for both Aadhaar update and new enrolment.

So below is the list of the Aadhaar Enrolment Update Document Rules 2025 from which you can submit one from each category to apply or update Aadhaar.

New Enrolment of Aadhar Supporting Documents Under Age Group 0 to 5 Years

Enrolment Type I: Head of the Family (HoF) based enrolment

Enrolment Type II: Document based enrolment

The residential address mentioned in the Head of the Family (HoF) Aadhaar will be used as the address for the Child’s Aadhaar.

Documents applicable for holders of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card holder, nationals of Nepal and Bhutan and other foreign nationals seeking enrollment

Proof of Address documents as in the list of acceptable supporting documents for Aadhaar enrolment (above fiveyears) will be applicable.

Note: Any document listed in the above tabular statement shall be acceptable only if it meets the following conditions, namely:

• It is currently valid (unless otherwise expressly provided for above);
• The person in respect of whom such document is issued is entitled for the same;
• If the information contained in the document is publicly displayed or otherwise accessible to UIDAI online or is verifiable offline through digital means made available by the authority issuing the same, such information is verified if such means are used; and
• The authority issuing the document presented to evidence proof of identity, address, date of birth or relationship has not made any declaration in respect of such category of document that such document is not proof of the same

For resident Indian and non-resident Indian (NRI) born on and after 1.10.2023, birth certificate is mandatory

Head of Family (HoF) based enrolment is mandatory (except for children residing in shelter homes or orphanages and foreign national seeking enrolment) for children below five years of age. Any one of the parents or legal guardian can become HoF.

HoF must have a valid Aadhaar before performing HoF based enrolment.

Aadhaar number of both the parents is required for HoF based enrolment and biometric authentication by one of the parents is mandatory.

Name of the child and HoF must be mentioned in the PoR document.

Name of the individual as mentioned in the supporting document, will be replicated as such in the individual‟s Aadhaar. No additional information like parent/guardian first name, middle name and last name will be considered.

The address mentioned in the HoF Aadhaar will be used in the child‟s Aadhaar.

For foreign national seeking enrolment, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till validity of the visa. However, in case of Nepal/Bhutan nationals, the Aadhaar issued will be valid for a period of ten years.

For OCI card holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only for a period of ten years.

For LTV document holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till the validity of LTV document.

HoF is encouraged to provide any of the following Proof of Identity (PoI) documents issued in the name of the child:

• Indian passport
• Photo Identity Card/Certificate with photograph issued by Central Government /State Government, such as Domicile Certificate, Resident Certificate etc.
• ST/ SC/ OBC Certificate issued by Central Government /State Government
• Disability Identity Card/Certificate of Disability issued under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017

During the process of enrolment or update, it is essential to bring the original documents. Photocopies are not required as the original documents are scanned and promptly returned to the resident.

New Enrolment of Aadhar Supporting Documents Above Age 5 Years

Documents applicable for OCI Card holders/ LTV document holders/ Nepal & Bhutan nationals/ other Resident Foreigners

Any document listed in the above tabular statement shall be acceptable only if it meets the following conditions, namely:—

• It is currently valid (unless otherwise expressly provided for above);
• The person in respect of whom such document is issued is entitled for the same;
• If the information contained in the document is publicly displayed or otherwise accessible to UIDAI online or is verifiable offline through digital means made available by the authority issuing the same, such information is verified if such means are used; and
• The authority issuing the document presented to evidence proof of identity, address, date of birth or relationship has not made any declaration in respect of such category of document that the same is not proof of the same.

Important Note

• For resident Indian and Non Resident Indian (NRI) born on and after 01.10.2023, birth certificate is mandatory.
• A document is accepted as Proof of Identity (PoI) document only if it contains Name and Photograph of the individual.
• A document is accepted as Proof of Address (PoA) document only if it contains Name and Address of the individual.
• A document is accepted as both Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) document only if it contains Name, Photograph and Address of the individual.
• Name of the individual as mentioned in the supporting document, will be replicated as such in the individual‟s Aadhaar. No additional information like parent/guardian first name, middle name and last name will be considered.
• All the PoI, PoA, DoB documents shall be issued on the name of the individual. Documents in the name of the family member/members cannot be considered for enrolment of the other family members.
• Head of Family (HoF) based enrolment shall be used in case individual does not have PoI and PoA documents.
• HoF must have a valid Aadhaar before performing HoF based enrolment. HoF must accompany the individual during enrolment for his / her Aadhaar Authentication.
• The address mentioned in the HoF Aadhaar will be used in the family member‟s Aadhaar.
• For foreign national seeking enrolment, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till validity of the visa. However, in case of Nepal/Bhutan nationals, the Aadhaar issued will be valid for a period of ten years.
• For OCI card holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only for a period of ten years.
• For LTV document holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till the validity of LTV document.
• All the documents should be latest and valid (except otherwise specified

To be accepted as a valid Proof of Identity (PoI) document, it must contain the resident’s Name and Photograph.

To be accepted as a valid Proof of Address (PoA) document, it must include both the resident’s Name and Address. This ensures that the address proof provided is reliable and accurate.

It is important to note that a document will be considered as a valid Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) only if it contains the resident’s Name, Photograph, and Address. This requirement ensures the credibility and accuracy of the provided identity and address proofs.

It is essential to note that all Proof of Identity (PoI), Proof of Address (PoA), and Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) documents must be issued in the name of the resident. Documents in the name of family members cannot be accepted for the enrolment of other family members.

In situations where a resident does not possess Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) documents, Head of Family (HoF) based enrolment will be utilized. This method is specifically applicable to immediate family members whose names are listed in the Proof of Relationship (PoR) document. During enrolment, the HoF must accompany the resident for their Aadhaar authentication. Furthermore, the address mentioned in the HoF’s Aadhaar will be used for the Aadhaar of other family members. This ensures consistency and coherence within the family’s Aadhaar records.

The below list of document required for Aadhar Card is applicable for the purposes like documents required for change in address in Aadhar card (Aadhar Card Address Change Documents), Aadhar Card Name Change Documents, or for any other field update.

Aadhar Update Documents All Age Groups

Documents applicable for OCI Card holders/ LTV document holders/ Nepal & Bhutan nationals/ other Resident Foreigners

Documents applicable for Exception cases of Name, Gender and DoB

Any document listed in the above tabular statement shall be acceptable only if it meets the following conditions, namely:

• It is currently valid (unless otherwise expressly provided for above);
• The person in respect of whom such document is issued is entitled for the same;
• If the information contained in the document is publicly displayed or otherwise accessible to UIDAI online or is verifiable
• offline through digital means made available by the authority issuing the same, such information is verified if such means are used and
• The authority issuing the document presented to evidence proof of identity, address, date of birth or relationship has not made any declaration in respect of such category of document that such document is not proof of the same.

• For resident Indian and Non Resident Indian (NRI) born on and after 01.10.2023, birth certificate is mandatory.
• DoB update of all individual between the age group of 0-18 years mandatorily requires Birth Certificate issued by Authorized Authority of the respective States
• A document is accepted as Proof of Identity (PoI) document only if it contains Name and Photograph of the individual.
• A document is accepted as Proof of Address (PoA) document only if it contains Name and Address of the individual.
• A document is accepted as both Proof of Identity (PoI) and Proof of Address (PoA) document only if it contains Name, Photograph and Address of the individual.
• Name of the individual as mentioned in the supporting document, will be replicated as such in the individual‟s Aadhaar. No additional information like parent/guardian first name, middle name and last name will be considered.
• PoI, PoA andPDB documents shall be issued on the name of the individual. Documents in the name of the family member/members cannot be considered for enrolment of the other family members.
• Head of Family (HoF) based enrolment shall be used in case individual does not have PoI and PoA documents.
• HoF must have a valid Aadhaar before performing HoF based enrolment.HoF must accompany the individual during enrolment for his / her Aadhaar Authentication.
• The address mentioned in the HoF Aadhaar will be used in the family member‟s Aadhaar.
• In case of child (0-5 years) having name as “Baby of ….” in Aadhaar, the first update request for full name change shall be allowed by submission of Birth certificate issued by Authorised Authorityunder the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969, read with the rules made thereunder.
• Aadhaar update for foreigner national will be conducted at Aadhaar adult enrolment centres only.
• For foreign national seeking enrolment, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till validity of the visa. However, in case of Nepal/Bhutan nationals, the Aadhaar issued will be valid for a period of ten years.
• For OCI card holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only for a period of ten years.
• For LTV document holders, the Aadhaar issued will be valid only till the validity of LTV document.
• Please refer Self Declaration for DoB Change
• Please refer Exception Handling Mechanism
• Exception handling process is carried out under jurisdiction of UIDAI Regional Offices and considered only after due diligence of the case by the Regional Office concerned.
• All the documents should be latest and valid (except otherwise specified).”; and

If you are submitting document certified by Gazetted Officer – Group A, Village Panchayat Head or Mukhiya, Tehsildar, Superintendent/ Warden/ Matron/ Head of Institution of Recognized shelter homes/ Orphanages, Gazetted Officer – Group B, MP/ MLA/ MLC/ Municipal Councilor, and Head of Recognized Educational Institution then it should be in UIDAI standard certificate format, you can download the same from download UIDAI standard certificate format for enrolment/ update.

The CERTIFICATE FOR AADHAAR ENROLMENT/ UPDATE format is applicable for POI documents at SI. Nos. 17, 20, 21, 22, 31 & 32; POA documents at SI. Nos. 23, 24, 37, 38, 44 & 45; POR documents at SI. Nos. 13 & 14 DOB documents at SI. Nos. 4, 5, 14 & 15 of Schedule II of the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016, as amended from time to time

These are the documents required for Aadhar, you will need to submit these documents from each category to get yourself enrolled for Aadhar or update your Aadhaar.