Documents Required for Aadhaar Update: Which Proof Do You Need?
Aadhaar update documents depend on the field being changed. UIDAI groups acceptable evidence into Proof of Identity, Proof of Address, Proof of Date of Birth and Proof of Relationship.
Independent website: Do not upload or send identity documents to this informational website. Use UIDAI’s current official document list and official update route.
Use this summary before taking action.
The Four Main UIDAI Document Categories
Proof of Identity (PoI)
Documents used to establish name and identity for the relevant Aadhaar update or enrolment purpose.
Proof of Address (PoA)
Documents used to establish the address being recorded in Aadhaar.
Proof of Date of Birth
Documents accepted by UIDAI for date-of-birth evidence where the update requires it.
Proof of Relationship (PoR)
Used in relationship or Head-of-Family based Aadhaar journeys where applicable.
Which Evidence Usually Matches Which Update?
| Update type | Evidence category | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Proof of Identity | Use an accepted document supporting the requested name under current UIDAI rules. |
| Address | Proof of Address | The document should support the address entered in the request. |
| Date of Birth | Proof of Date of Birth | UIDAI applies field-specific rules and limits; check the current instructions before changing DoB. |
| HoF / relationship | Proof of Relationship | Use the documentation required by the specific UIDAI process. |
Examples From UIDAI’s Current Supporting-Document List
These are category examples, not a promise that every document works for every update.
Identity examples
The current UIDAI list includes passports, certain government photo IDs, PAN/e-PAN and recognised education certificates for applicable categories.
Address examples
The list includes accepted bank or post-office records, specified utility bills, residence certificates and other approved PoA documents.
Date-of-birth examples
Recognised birth, education, passport and other documents may qualify where UIDAI marks them as acceptable DoB evidence.
Check the Live UIDAI List Before You Submit
Identify the field
Name, address, DoB and relationship journeys need different evidence.
Open the current UIDAI PDF
Do not rely on outdated screenshots or copied service lists for guidance.
Check the document category
Confirm the document is valid for the evidence type you need.
Check names and details
The document must support the information you are asking UIDAI to record.
Use the official route
Upload or present evidence only through UIDAI or an authorised centre.
Keep copies private
Do not send unredacted documents to third-party help websites.
Official Sources Used
UIDAI — Current Supporting Documents PDF
UIDAI — Updating Data on Aadhaar
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the Current UIDAI Document List
Document acceptance and field rules matter. Verify the exact evidence category in UIDAI’s current list before submitting your update.