పెళ్లి తర్వాత మీ ఆధార్ కార్డ్‌లో పేరు మార్పులు Name Changes on Your Aadhaar Card After Marriage

The Aadhaar Card, a vital document for Indian residents, requires updates to reflect life changes like marriage. Updating your name post-marriage ensures accurate identification and seamless access to government services. This guide simplifies the process, outlining both online and offline methods.

Updating Your Name:

1. Offline Method:
   • Visit an Aadhaar Enrollment Center.
   • Fill the Aadhaar Enrollment Form, providing your UID, new full name, and marriage certificate copy.
   • Link your Aadhaar with your spouse’s using the ‘Aadhaar Card Linking Form’ (if their name appears in the certificate).
   • Pay the INR 50 fee and receive an acknowledgment slip with a Update Request Number (URN).
   • Your name change reflects within 90 days. Track progress on the UIDAI website.
2. Online Method:
   • Log in to the UIDAI self-service update portal with your Aadhaar number.
   • Submit your name change request, following the specified format.
   • Upload scanned copies of the required documents (marriage certificate, etc.).
   • Verify the update using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
   • This online process is free.

Adding Your Spouse’s Name:

• Do this online or offline, as per your preference.

Online Method:

1. Visit the UIDAI website: https://uidai.gov.in/.
2. Under “My Aadhaar,” click “Update Demographics Data.”
3. Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha code.
4. Choose “Name” from the update options.
5. Enter your new name, including your spouse’s surname.
6. Upload scanned copies of your marriage certificate and your spouse’s Aadhaar card (self-attested).
7. Pay the fee and submit the request. You’ll receive a confirmation message and reference number.

Offline Method:

1. Visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Center (EAC).
2. Inform the staff about updating your name after marriage.
3. Submit the filled Aadhaar Data Update/Correction Form, mentioning “Name” as the detail to update.
4. Attach copies of the required documents: marriage certificate, spouse’s Aadhaar card (self-attested photocopy), and proof of your present address (self-attested photocopy of valid documents).
5. Pay the update fee and get your fingerprints and iris scans captured.
6. Collect an acknowledgment slip with a reference number for tracking your request.

Address Update After Marriage:

• Update your address on the “Aadhaar Enrollment Form” and submit it at the nearest enrollment facility.
• Provide supporting documents like a rental agreement or utility bill with your name and new address.
• You’ll receive a URN, and within 90 days, the updated address will reflect on your Aadhaar Card.

Required Documents:

• Marriage certificate issued by the Marriage Registrar.
• Legally authorized name change certificate (if applicable).
• Identity document with your portrait on official letterhead provided by a Tehsildar or Gazetted Officer (if no marriage certificate).

Crucial Points:

• Update offline if you lack a registered mobile number with UIDAI.
• Safeguard your URN for tracking updates.
• Use your real name and avoid using the previous name on your Aadhaar card.
• The process takes approximately 90 days. Download your e-Aadhaar post-verification.
• Enter all information accurately.
• Omit designations when writing the Aadhaar bearer’s name.
• Only provide essential documents as evidence.
• Include self-attested photocopies of the provided documents.

By following these steps, you can ensure a smooth and hassle-free process of updating your Aadhaar Card after marriage, keeping your information current and maintaining seamless access to essential government services.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What are the benefits of changing my name on my Aadhaar card after marriage?

Updating your name reflects your marital status and ensures consistency across official documents, streamlining various verification processes and preventing potential discrepancies.

2. Is there a fee for changing my name on my Aadhaar card?

The online name change process is free. The offline method incurs a nominal fee of INR 50.

3. Can I change my name online in Aadhar?

Yes, you can change your name online through the UIDAI self-service update portal if you have a registered mobile number with them.

4. What documents do I need to submit for offline name change?

You’ll need your marriage certificate, a valid identity document with your photo, and proof of your current address.

5. Where can I update my Aadhaar card offline?

Visit any Aadhaar Enrolment Center