- By Nidhi Giri
- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:54 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Aadhar Biometric Update: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) will carry out free Aadhaar biometric updates for children aged 7 to 15 years for one year. The temporary waiver, which began on October 1, 2025, is expected to benefit families having financial issues.
UIDAI has collaborated with Behavioural Insights Limited (BIT), a behavioural research organisation in this regard. Updates such as fresh fingerprints, iris scans and photographs must be completed by every child at the ages of 5 and 15.
As per UIDAI findings, parents showed delay in these major updates due to multiple reasons including inconvenience, confusion or lack of awareness.
Timely Aadhaar Update Is Mandatory: Here Are The Benefits
Ensuring that a child’s Aadhaar information is updated at the appropriate age helps maintain the accuracy and validity of their records. This is crucial because Aadhaar serves as a key identifier for accessing government schemes, official documents, educational benefits, and welfare programs. Timely updates prevent potential problems later when children need to avail these services.
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Parents can update their child’s biometric data, including fingerprints, iris scans, and photographs, by visiting any authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centre. The child’s Aadhaar number is required for the update, and a complete list of centres can be found on the Bhuvan Aadhaar portal.