What is Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Update, charges, where should it be done?
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Aadhaar for children
The Aadhaar number is a 12-digit random number provided by the UIDAI ("Authority") to residents of India. Anyone of any age can apply for Aadhaar, including newborns and children.
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Biometric Aadhaar update for children below 5 years of age
Children under the age of five are not eligible for biometrics. As a result, biometric data such as fingerprints and iris scans are not included in a child's Aadhaar database. Once the child reaches the age of five, biometrics must be updated.
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Biometric Aadhaar update for children aged 5 years and above
All biometric (Photo, Finger Prints and both Iris) data would be recorded when a child attains the age of 5 years. A de-duplication would be done for the child at this stage. This request will be treated similar to a new enrolment request while retaining the original Aadhaar number.
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Biometric Aadhaar update when children attain the age of 15 years
Children above the age of 15 and others who have an Aadhaar number and need to update their biometric information - Fingerprints, Iris, and a photograph are required to visit an enrolment centre. Please carry current address proof documentation.
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Children above 15 years of age
Aadhaar-holder children (above the age of 15) and others who need to update their biometric information - Fingerprints, Iris, and a photograph are also required while visiting an enrolment centre. Please carry current address proof documentation.
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What are the charges for Mandatory Biometric Update?
The charges for Mandatory Biometric Update are free if done once between the age of 5 to 7 years or once between the age of 15 to 17 years.
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Where to get Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Update?
An Aadhaar number holder needs to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment centre, with Aadhaar number for Mandatory Biometric Update. Address of Aadhaar Enrolment centres is available at Bhuvan portal: Bhuvan Aadhaar Portal.