In a major policy update, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has revised the list of accepted documents for Aadhaar registration and updates. The new guidelines, which take effect from the financial year 2025–26, aim to strengthen the Aadhaar ecosystem and prevent duplication.

One Person, One Aadhaar

A key highlight of the new rules is the "One Aadhaar per person" mandate. UIDAI has clarified that if any individual possesses more than one Aadhaar number, only the one linked to their first biometric record will remain valid. Any subsequent Aadhaar numbers will be considered invalid, regardless of how they were issued—whether due to technical errors or multiple applications.

Updated Document List for Aadhaar Services (2025 Amendment)

UIDAI has officially released an amended list of documents required for Aadhaar enrolment and demographic or biometric updates. These changes fall under the First Amendment Regulations, 2025 and aim to make the process more secure and verifiable.

Here are the updated document categories:

🔹 Proof of Identity (POI) – To Confirm Your Identity

Any one of the following documents is now accepted:

• PAN Card

• Voter ID Card

• Driving Licence

• Any Government-issued photo identity card

🔹 Proof of Address (POA) – To Confirm Residential Address

You can submit any of the following:

• Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Gas Bill (latest)

• Bank Passbook

• Ration Card

• Documents related to any Government Housing Scheme

🔹 Proof of Date of Birth (DOB) – To Verify Age

Accepted documents include:

• Birth Certificate

• Passport

• SSLC Certificate

🔹 Proof of Relationship (POR) – To Establish Family Relationship

If updating or enrolling children or dependents, these are required:

• Public Distribution System (PDS) Card

• MGNREGA Job Card

• Birth Certificate with parent’s names

🧒 Special Rules for Children Below 5 Years

For children under the age of five, Aadhaar can be registered in two ways:

1. Using parent or guardian’s documents, or

2. By submitting supported documents independently.

This Aadhaar version for children is often referred to as the “Blue Aadhaar”. It has limited validity and must be updated with biometric data once the child turns five.

Why This Change?

The document revisions aim to:

• Eliminate duplicate Aadhaar entries

• Improve verification accuracy

• Ensure only valid and traceable documents are accepted

• Strengthen the overall integrity of the Aadhaar system

UIDAI has also emphasized the importance of regularly updating your Aadhaar information, especially in cases of change in address, name after marriage, or changes in biometrics due to aging or medical conditions.

What Should You Do?

• If you are registering for a new Aadhaar: Make sure to carry documents from the updated list only.

• If you are updating Aadhaar details (name, address, etc.): Only the revised documents listed above will be accepted.

• If you unknowingly have two Aadhaar numbers: Contact UIDAI immediately. Only the first Aadhaar with biometric data will be retained.

✅ Final Note

With Aadhaar being linked to essential services like banking, income tax, SIM cards, LPG subsidies, and voter registration, it's crucial to ensure your Aadhaar is valid, updated, and linked with the correct documents.

For more information or to check the full list of accepted documents, visit UIDAI’s official website.