my Aadhaar portal 2026: New self‑service features and what you need to know

What’s new in the my Aadhaar portal

The myAadhaar portal has received a visual refresh that makes it easier to find the services you need. UIDAI now offers a streamlined layout with clear menu options for downloading your e‑Aadhaar, updating your address, and managing biometric security—all without the need to queue at a physical centre.

Download your e‑Aadhaar in seconds

Every Aadhaar holder can download a PDF copy or the QR‑code version of the card with a single click. No fee is charged for this service.

Update your address online

Two options are available for address updates:

• Use your own documents—utility bill, bank statement, etc.
• Use a relative’s Aadhaar (the relative must be 18+ and have a valid Aadhaar).

The portal charges a fee of ₹75 for each address update, as indicated on the service page.

Biometric lock and unlock

Users can lock or unlock the biometric data associated with their Aadhaar. This feature is available at no additional cost, though the portal does not specify the exact unlocking mechanism.

Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children

UIDAI has made the MBU free for children aged 5‑17 years until 30 September 2027. Parents can complete the update online without paying any fee.

Offline Verifiable Sealed Envelope (OVSE)

OVSE is a new offline verification method that allows users to submit sealed envelopes containing identity documents for later verification. It is part of UIDAI’s effort to reduce the need for in‑person visits for certain updates.

When you still need to visit a Seva Kendra

Some services—such as biometric capture for new enrolment or in‑person verification of certain documents—still require a trip to the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra. The portal provides a locator tool to find the nearest centre.

How to get started

1. Visit the myAadhaar portal and log in using your UIDAI credentials.
2. Choose the service you need from the main menu.
3. Follow the on‑screen prompts: upload documents, confirm details, and pay the ₹75 fee for address updates.
4. Track the status of your request under the “Check Update Status” section until you receive confirmation.

Service summary table

Service	Eligibility	Fee
Download e‑Aadhaar	All Aadhaar holders	Free
Address update (own documents)	All Aadhaar holders	₹75
Address update (family member’s Aadhaar)	Family member 18+ with valid Aadhaar	₹75
Mandatory Biometric Update (children 5‑17)	Children 5‑17 years	Free until 30‑Sep‑2027
Biometric lock/unlock	All Aadhaar holders	Free
OVSE submission	All Aadhaar holders	Not specified

Key takeaways

• Portal refresh improves usability and speeds up service access.
• MBU for children is free until 30‑Sep‑2027.
• Address updates cost ₹75 and can be done via own documents or a relative’s Aadhaar.
• Biometric lock/unlock is available at no cost.
• OVSE is a new offline verification option.
• Some services still require a visit to a Seva Kendra.