Source: UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has released a comprehensive new framework for Aadhaar service charges and the financial incentives provided to its Registrars. In a major policy revision, UIDAI has outlined a two-phased increase in both the fees citizens will pay for certain updates and the financial assistance given to partners for new enrolments and mandatory updates.
Effective from October 1, 2025, the new structure aims to create a more financially sustainable ecosystem for Aadhaar partners while clearly defining the costs for residents. The update also formalizes charges for a new premium Home Enrolment Service.
Revised Rates: 2025 to 2028
For the three-year period starting October 1, 2025, UIDAI has defined the following rate structure. The table clearly shows the services that remain free for residents, the services for which residents will have to pay, and the corresponding financial assistance UIDAI will provide to its Registrars for successful transactions.
Effective from Oct 1, 2025, to Sep 30, 2028:
| Service Description | Financial Assistance to Registrar (incl. GST) | Fee to be Collected from Resident (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Generation (Age 0-5 years) | ₹ 75 | Free of cost |
| Aadhaar Generation (Age >5 years) | ₹ 125 | Free of cost |
| Mandatory Biometric Update (Ages 5-7 & 15-17) | ₹ 125 | Free of cost |
| Mandatory Biometric Update (Ages 7-15 & >17) | – | ₹ 125 |
| Other Biometric Update (with or without Demographic Update) | – | ₹ 125 |
| Demographic Update (Name, Address, DoB, etc.) | – | ₹ 75 |
| PoA/PoI Document Update (at Centre or Online via SSUP) | – | ₹ 75 |
| Aadhaar Search & Colour Printout on A4 Sheet | – | ₹ 40 |
Future Rate Revision: 2028 Onwards
UIDAI has also provided a clear roadmap for the future, with a second rate hike planned for October 2028.
Effective from Oct 1, 2028, to Sep 30, 2031:
| Service Description | Financial Assistance to Registrar (incl. GST) | Fee to be Collected from Resident (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Generation (Age 0-5 years) | ₹ 90 | Free of cost |
| Aadhaar Generation (Age >5 years) | ₹ 150 | Free of cost |
| Mandatory Biometric Update (Ages 5-7 & 15-17) | ₹ 150 | Free of cost |
| Mandatory Biometric Update (Ages 7-15 & >17) | – | ₹ 150 |
| Other Biometric Update (with or without Demographic Update) | – | ₹ 150 |
| Demographic Update (Name, Address, DoB, etc.) | – | ₹ 90 |
| PoA/PoI Document Update (at Centre or Online via SSUP) | – | ₹ 90 |
| Aadhaar Search & Colour Printout on A4 Sheet | – | ₹ 50 |
New Premium Service: Aadhaar at Your Doorstep
For the first time, UIDAI has introduced defined charges for a Home Enrolment Service.
- A service charge of ₹ 700 (incl. GST) will be levied for the first resident.
- For each additional resident at the same address, the charge is ₹ 350 (incl. GST).
- Important: This service charge is in addition to the normal fees applicable for the Aadhaar update service being availed (e.g., demographic or biometric update).
Exception for Non-In-House Model Registrars
The new, higher assistance rates are not applicable to all partners. Registrars who do not operate under the “in-house model” will continue to receive the existing, lower rates of ₹ 50 for both Aadhaar Generation and Mandatory Biometric Updates.
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