New Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Rules Announced by UIDAI: Find Out What’s Changed

The recent updates to the Aadhaar Enrolment and Update Rules by UIDAI encompass several significant changes aimed at streamlining the process and making it more accessible for both residents and non-residents of India. Here are the detailed changes and the new forms introduced:

Detailed Changes:

1. Document Update Advisory: Aadhaar cardholders are advised to update their Proof of Identity (POI) and Proof of Address (POA) documents once every 10 years from the date of their Aadhaar enrolment. This is to ensure the accuracy of information in the Central Identities Data Repository (CIDR).
2. Enhanced Update Process: The process for updating Aadhaar details has been made more user-friendly. Updates can now be done through visiting an enrolment center or via the UIDAI website/mobile application.
3. Inclusion of Various Forms: Different forms have been introduced for various categories of Aadhaar cardholders, including residents, non-residents, children, and resident foreign nationals.
4. Special Provisions for NRIs: The updated rules specify that NRIs must provide an email ID and only a valid Indian passport is accepted as POI. NRI children with addresses outside India will use a specific form for their enrolment and updates.

New Forms Introduced:

• Form 1: For residents and non-residents (with proof of address in India) aged 18 and above, for both enrolment and updates.
• Form 4: For NRI children with addresses outside India, for their enrolment and updates.
• Forms 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8: Cater to specific categories like children, NRI children, resident foreign nationals, and NRI children below 5 years.
• Form 9: Introduced for the cancellation of Aadhaar numbers upon reaching 18 years of age.

These changes signify a considerable effort by UIDAI to keep the Aadhaar data up-to-date and accurate, and to make the enrolment and updating process more convenient for a broader range of individuals. The introduction of different forms for specific categories is especially significant, as it addresses the diverse needs of various groups within the population, including NRIs and foreign nationals.

These updates are in line with UIDAI’s commitment to enhancing the efficiency and user-friendliness of the Aadhaar system, making it an even more integral part of the Indian bureaucratic framework.