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Aadhaar Update Fees Increased, Biometric Update Free for Children (5-17)

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Aadhaar Update Fees Surge; Biometric Fees for Children Waived — Live Report

New Delhi, October 6, 2025 — In a sweeping change announced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the cost for updating Aadhaar card details has gone up as of October 1, 2025, but with a significant relief: biometric update charges for children aged 5 to 17 have been waived for one year. The Times of India+3News on Air+3DD News+3

Sources reported from UIDAI’s headquarters, where officials confirmed the new fee structure, explained the rationale, and clarified key exemptions for families.


🔍 What’s Changed — The New Fee Regime

These new rates will remain in force until September 30, 2028, at which point UIDAI will review the schedule again. The Financial Express+4The Times of India+4The Times of India+4


👶 Relief for Children — Biometric Fees Waived

Perhaps the most attention-grabbing twist: biometric update charges for children aged 5 to 17 years have been waived for a period of one year, beginning October 1, 2025. The Times of India+4News on Air+4DD News+4

Parents and guardians of roughly 6 crore children nationwide are set to benefit, according to UIDAI statements. Navbharat Times+3News on Air+3The Economic Times+3

This waiver is especially relevant for children who must undergo Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU-1 at age 5, MBU-2 around age 15) — those typical fees (₹ 125) will now not apply for this duration. The Times of India+4DD News+4News on Air+4

Officials say the move is intended to reduce financial burden on families and ensure children’s Aadhaar data stays current without barriers. DD News+2The Economic Times+2


💬 On the Ground Reactions & Implications

Inside the press briefing room, a UIDAI spokesperson explained that the fee hikes aim to “reflect rising operational costs, enhance security, and maintain the sustainability of Aadhaar services.” The Times of India+3UIDAI+3The Economic Times+3

Some first reactions from citizens:


🔎 What You Should Do Right Now

If you’re planning to update your Aadhaar soon, here are some live tips to make the most of this transition:

  1. Combine updates — if you need to change both biometric and demographic details, doing them together may help you avoid paying twice.
  2. Use myAadhaar portal — for document proof updates, the online path remains free until June 14, 2026.
  3. Act early for children — even though the waiver lasts one year, updating sooner lowers risk of delays or missing deadlines for school, exams, subsidies, etc.
  4. Compare costs — choose centre vs home update depending on how many people need service at your address.
  5. Stay alert for future changes — in 2028, the entire fee schedule may shift again.
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