Update Gender in Aadhaar
Correct or update gender in Aadhaar at an authorized centre. Permitted only ONCE in a lifetime. Fee of ₹50 applies.
Sovereign Action Parameters
Overview & Purpose (Statutory Background)
Updating gender in Aadhaar is permitted only ONCE in a lifetime under standard UIDAI procedures. It requires visiting an authorized Aadhaar Seva Kendra for demographic entry and biometric verification. A statutory fee of ₹50 is charged.
Step-by-Step Guide & Action Procedure
Sequential guidance to complete this civic transaction successfully.
- 1
Locate or Book Kendra Appointment
Online PortalLocate an authorized Kendra or book appointment online at appointments.uidai.gov.in.
- 2
Visit Centre and Authenticate Biometrics
Visit the centre and request gender update. Authenticate identity via fingerprint or iris scan.
- 3
Pay ₹50 Fee & Collect URN Slip
Pay statutory fee of ₹75 and collect printed update acknowledgment slip.
Prerequisites Checklist
Authoritative Document Requirements & Checklist
2 Listed ProofsPhysical Aadhaar card or 12-digit number for operator record lookup.
Standard gender update follows once-in-lifetime limit; any subsequent request requires exceptional approval from the UIDAI Regional Office.
Statutory Fee & Turnaround Times
₹75 statutory fee prescribed by UIDAI for standalone demographic update at any Aadhaar centre or via India Post doorstep postman service (Free if done together with biometric update).
90% of update requests completed within 30 days as per official UIDAI Citizen Charter (operational system reflection in CIDR often within 24–72 hours).
Important Citizen Warnings & Mistakes to Avoid
- •Duplicate Enrolment Rejection: Aadhaar/Voter identifiers are generated once in a lifetime. Applying for duplicate entries leads to de-duplication rejection or statutory penalties.
- •Verify Operator Screen Carefully: Before the registration operator finalizes your submission, inspect the monitor carefully to ensure Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Address are spelled correctly.
- •Seed Active Mobile Number: Always link an active mobile number during service applications to enable OTP authentication and electronic record downloads.
- •Zero Overcharging Policy: Report any operator or service centre demanding fees exceeding the statutory schedule directly to the official toll-free helpline.
Sovereign Source Provenance & Verification
Under Digital Dwara editorial governance, every procedure, official fee, and eligibility condition is grounded directly in authoritative government gazettes, regulations, and official circulars.
Source Portal:UIDAI Gender Update Regulations
Citizen Charter & statutory service standards verified.
Ground-truth claims reconciled with official Government gazette schedules.
Related Citizen Services
Official Helpdesk & Grievance
For official escalation or queries regarding your application: