How to Check Aadhaar Update Status after Updation Request

An Aadhaar card is an essential document for Indian citizens. It serves as proof of identity and address. It's used almost everywhere, from applying for a passport to opening a bank account. Whether you're correcting a mistake, updating your address, or modifying personal details, it's important to ensure your Aadhaar card reflects the latest information.

Recognising the significance of these updates, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has simplified the process. You can check your Aadhaar update status in multiple ways to confirm your details are correct. In this blog, we highlight the various options available to track your Aadhaar update progress, both online and offline.

How to check Aadhaar update status online

The UIDAI website is the best way to check your Aadhaar update status online. Track your Aadhaar changes in just a few steps, with or without your enrollment ID (EID).

1. Check Aadhaar update status with enrollment ID

   You can track your updation status using the 14-digit EID number by following these steps:

   • Visit the official UIDAI website
   • On the website, go to the ‘My Aadhaar’ option
   • Click on ‘Check Aadhaar update status’
   • A new window will open, asking for your 14-digit EID, the date, and time of enrollment
   • Enter the required details and the captcha code
   • Click on the 'Submit' to proceed
   • After submission, you can check if your Aadhaar has been generated, updated, or is still in process

2. Track Aadhaar update status without enrollment ID

   If you’ve lost your enrollment number, you can still track your Aadhaar update status by following the steps below:

   • Visit the official Aadhaar portal and go to ‘Aadhaar services’
   • Click on ‘Retrieve lost or forgotten UID/EID’
   • Choose to retrieve your Aadhaar number or EID
   • Provide your full name, email ID, or registered mobile number, and the captcha
   • Click ‘Send OTP,’ enter the OTP sent to you, and click ‘Verify OTP’
   • After verification, your EID or Aadhaar number will be sent to your registered mobile number and email. Use it to check your Aadhaar card status.

3. Get Aadhaar update status using the mAadhaar app

   The mAadhaar app allows you to check your Aadhaar details from your smartphone. Here’s how you can do it:

   • Download the mAadhaar app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store
   • Log in using your Aadhaar credentials
   • Navigate to the ‘Update Service’ section
   • Enter your URN to view the latest Aadhaar update status

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How to check Aadhaar updation status offline

If online access is something you can’t check upon, there are offline ways to check your Aadhaar update status.

1. Check Aadhaar update status via SMS

   Check your UIDAI Aadhaar update status via SMS with these steps:

   • Type: UID STATUS <14-digit EID> (e.g., UID STATUS 12345678901234)
   • Send the SMS to 51969 from your registered mobile number
   • You’ll receive an instant reply with your Aadhaar updation status

2. Track Aadhaar update status by phone call

   Here’s how you can check your Aadhaar status by phone call:

   • Call Aadhaar customer service at 1947 from your registered mobile
   • Follow the prompts to get connected to an agent
   • The operator will ask for details such as your Aadhaar number, URN, or EID
   • Once processed, you’ll be notified about your Aadhaar update status

3. By visiting the Aadhaar enrollment centre

   If you’re unsure about your URN or face technical issues, head to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra by following the steps below:

   • Provide your Aadhaar number and update details
   • The operator will help you check Aadhaar address update status or any other change

   Remember to carry your acknowledgement slip for quicker assistance.

FAQs about Aadhaar update status

1. What is URN or SRN?

   A URN (Update Request Number) and SRN (Service Request Number) are unique 14-digit codes provided after you submit an update request. These codes enable you to track your Aadhaar update status.

2. How long does it take to update Aadhaar?

   It usually takes around 90 days for updates to take effect. However, you can continue to check the status of your Aadhaar update regularly.

3. Is EID and URN the same?

   No, EID (Enrollment ID) and URN (Update Request Number) are different. EID is a 28-digit number given during Aadhaar enrollment, while URN is a 14-digit number generated when updating Aadhaar details.

4. What if my update is rejected?

   In case of rejection, the reasons are usually stated, such as a document mismatch. You can reapply and track the UIDAI Aadhaar update status again using a new URN.

Keeping your Aadhaar details updated is important, as is knowing how to track the Aadhaar update status after submitting a request. Thankfully, UIDAI offers multiple ways to stay informed — through their website, mobile app, SMS, or a quick visit to an Aadhaar centre.

Rather than being unaware of your Aadhaar update progress, use any of these simple methods mentioned in this blog to check your update status and stay ahead. It's a small step that ensures your Aadhaar is always up to date and ready to support you whenever needed.