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How to Book an Aadhaar Appointment Online
Booking ahead turns an unpredictable centre visit into a fixed slot. Aadhaar Seva Kendras can get crowded, and walk-ins wait on a token system, so an appointment means you arrive, are seen near your chosen time, and leave sooner. You also fill in your details in advance, which speeds up the counter work and cuts mistakes. Booking is free and does not even need a mobile number registered with Aadhaar. For a new enrolment, or any update that must be done in person such as biometrics, a booked slot is the difference between a quick visit and half a day in a queue.
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Step-by-Step: Book Aadhaar Appointment on myAadhaar (2026)
Booking takes a few minutes on the official UIDAI site. You only need a working mobile number for the OTP.
- Go to the UIDAI appointment portal at bookappointment.uidai.gov.in, or pick “Book an Appointment” under My Aadhaar on uidai.gov.in.
- Select your city, then choose a UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
- Choose the service: new enrolment, or the update you need.
- Enter your mobile number and captcha, then verify with the OTP.
- Fill the form, pick a date and time slot, and confirm to get your appointment ID.
Save or print the appointment slip with its ID you will need it at the centre and to manage the booking later.
What to Bring for Your Aadhaar Appointment
Carry the originals; the operator scans and returns them. Bring your printed appointment slip or its ID, your original Proof of Identity and Proof of Address, and photocopies in case the centre asks. If you filled and downloaded the enrolment or update form online, bring that too. For a child’s enrolment, carry the parent’s Aadhaar and a proof of relationship. Make sure the details on your documents match what you entered while booking a mismatch in spelling or address is the usual cause of a wasted visit, so check before you leave home.
How to Reschedule or Cancel Appointment
Plans change, and UIDAI lets you adjust a booking online at no cost. On the appointment portal, open “Manage Appointment,” enter your appointment ID, mobile number, and captcha, and verify with the OTP. Your booking appears on screen, where you can pick a new slot or cancel it. Reschedule at least 24 hours before your slot; by some UIDAI guidance you may reschedule only once, and the new date must fall within 30 days of the original. If you simply miss the slot, you do not lose anything for a free enrolment just book again.
Walk-In vs Appointment at Aadhaar Centre
Both work, and you are never forced to book. A walk-in is handled through the centre’s token system, so you take a number and wait your turn, which can mean a long queue at busy centres. A booked appointment gives you a set slot and priority over walk-ins, so it is the faster, calmer option. The practical rule: for a quick query or if no slot is free, walk in; for a new enrolment, biometric update, or a visit you cannot afford to have stretch for hours, book ahead. Smaller bank or post-office centres may offer fewer online slots than a full Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
Fee for Aadhaar Update Appointment
Booking the appointment is free. You pay only for the service itself at the centre, and a new enrolment costs nothing. Under UIDAI’s charges revised in October 2025, a demographic update (name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile, or email) is ₹75, and a biometric update is ₹125. Updating several fields in one visit still counts as a single demographic charge. Many websites still quote the older ₹50 and ₹100 confirm the current amount before you pay. A colour Aadhaar printout at the centre is ₹30, and children’s mandatory biometric updates at ages five and fifteen are free.
Fees at a glance (UIDAI, revised Oct 2025):
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Book an appointment | Free |
| New enrolment | Free |
| Demographic update (name, address, etc.) | ₹75 |
| Biometric update | ₹125 |
| Colour Aadhaar print at the center | ₹30 |
Source: UIDAI, uidai.gov.in. Many third-party sites still show the older ₹50/₹100 confirmation on the official portal.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to book Aadhaar appointment online?
Go to bookappointment.uidai.gov.in or choose Book an Appointment under My Aadhaar on the UIDAI site. Select your city and an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, pick the service, verify your mobile number by OTP, fill the form, and choose a date and slot. You get an appointment ID to carry to the centre. Booking is free.
Which portal to use for Aadhaar appointment?
Use only the official UIDAI portal at bookappointment.uidai.gov.in, also reachable through the Book an Appointment link under My Aadhaar on uidai.gov.in. Avoid third-party sites that offer to book for a fee, as the official service is free. The myAadhaar portal is where you also manage, reschedule, or cancel the booking afterwards.
Can I walk in without appointment for Aadhaar?
Yes. Aadhaar Seva Kendras accept walk-ins through a token system, so you can visit without booking. The trade-off is waiting time, since booked appointments get priority. For a quick task or when no online slot is free, a walk-in is fine; for enrolment or biometric updates, an appointment usually saves a long wait at busy centres.
How far in advance to book Aadhaar appointment?
You can book a slot for the next available days, so even a day or two ahead works; popular centres fill faster, so booking earlier gives more choice of time. UIDAI’s own page allows a maximum of two appointments per month per person, though some sources mention four. Check the current limit on the booking portal before planning multiple visits.
What to bring for Aadhaar appointment?
Bring your printed appointment slip or its ID, your original Proof of Identity and Proof of Address, and photocopies as backup. If you filled the form online, carry it too. For a child, bring a parent’s Aadhaar and proof of relationship. Ensure the document details match what you entered while booking, to avoid a rejected or wasted visit.
How to reschedule Aadhaar appointment?
On the UIDAI appointment portal, open Manage Appointment, enter your appointment ID, mobile number, and captcha, verify by OTP, and choose a new slot or cancel. Do this at least 24 hours before your time. By some UIDAI guidance you can reschedule only once, and the new date must be within 30 days of the original booking.
Is online appointment mandatory for Aadhaar update?
No. Booking online is optional and mainly saves time. You can walk in to an Aadhaar Seva Kendra and use the token system for any enrolment or update. An appointment simply gives you a fixed slot and priority over walk-ins, which is helpful at crowded centres, but it is never a requirement for getting your Aadhaar updated.
What is the fee for Aadhaar update appointment?
Booking is free; you pay only for the service. Under UIDAI’s October 2025 charges, a demographic update is ₹75 and a biometric update is ₹125, while new enrolment is free. Many sites still show the older ₹50 and ₹100, so confirm the current figure at the centre or on the portal. A colour Aadhaar printout costs ₹30.
