Overview
- The waiver is in effect from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 at authorised Aadhaar Enrolment Centres, where parents can initiate the update using the child’s Aadhaar number.
- It covers the Mandatory Biometric Update that refreshes fingerprints, iris scans and a photograph, ensuring records are current at key childhood milestones.
- UIDAI has partnered with Behavioural Insights Limited to design reminders, nudges and clearer guidance that address confusion, forgetfulness and scheduling hurdles reported by families.
- After the one-year window, each child biometric update will carry a ₹125 fee, with applicants receiving an Update Request Number to track status and download the updated Aadhaar via the UIDAI portal or mAadhaar.
- Centre locations can be found on the Bhuvan Aadhaar portal, and typical documentation includes the child’s Baal (Blue) Aadhaar and a parent or guardian’s Aadhaar; some reports frame the change as covering ages 5–17, but official guidance specifies 7–15.