UIDAI Aadhaar Card name change rules How to change name after marriage fix spelling mistakes add or remove names and check full update process
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has recently issued a new guideline for updating names on Aadhaar cards. The revised process covers minor spelling changes, data-entry mistakes, name changes after marriage or divorce and complete changes of identity. Not only that, but the guidelines also explain when affidavits, Proof of Identity (PoI), Proof of Relationship (PoR) and Gazette notifications are needed during the name-changing process. Keep in mind that UIDAI will verify documents before processing requests. Here are the updated rules that you should know before you apply to change your name in your Aadhaar card.
According to the new rules, the changes where the identity of the person remains the same are treated as minor corrections. These changes include expanding initials, adding or removing a middle name or surname, changing name order and minor spelling corrections with similar pronunciation.
It’s important to note that if you wish to make a minor change, then you would need an applicable Proof of Identity (PoI). Furthermore, for children who are under 18, a Proof of Relationship (PoR) may also apply for Head of Family-based updates.
In case the name was entered incorrectly at the time of the making due to any reason, then the adults need an Annexure B affidavit with the applicable PoI or PoR to correct the name. However, if the correction is required to be made in a minor’s Aadhaar Card, then a parent or legal guardian must provide an Annexure C affidavit. Moreover, the corrected name must match a document previously submitted to UIDAI.
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In India women usually change their surname after they get married. They also change if they take a divorce. In these conditions the women are now required to submit an Annexure D affidavit with a POI. In addition to that, they are also required to present a registered marriage certificate which will be used as proof.
In case you decide to change the entire name on your Aadhaar card, then UIDAI treats it as a major change, and for that, the authorities have clarified that they will need a Gazette Notification along with the applicable PoI. Make a note that a registered marriage certificate may also be used as proof. Once the required documents are presented, UIDAI will compare the new name with earlier records and verify the documents before processing the request.
While up until now we’ve checked the changes that require documents when a user intends to make it, the authorities have also ensured that the citizens are not inconvenienced due to the new rules, and hence they ensure that certain changes could be made without any document. These include fixing random capitalisation, such as changing ‘BhasKar’ to ‘Bhaskar’. Not only that, but it also includes removing dots from names.
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If your name includes ‘urf’ or ‘alias’ and you want to keep just your name, then the adults need an Annexure E affidavit and Proof of Identity (PoI), while the minors need an Annexure F affidavit along with Proof of Identity (PoI) or Proof of Relationship (PoR).
If you want to update your name online, then you can simply do so via the official myAadhaar Portal. Simply go to the official website, log in, select Update Aadhaar Online, choose Name, follow the on-screen instructions, pay the nominal fees, and you’re done