Aadhaar children biometric update: UIDAI takes massive step, waives charges for…

The waiver of MBU charges for the said age group has already kicked in from October 1 and will be in force for a period of one year.

Edited by: Abhijeet Sen

Published: November 18, 2025, 11:27 PM IST

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Aadhar update: In a significant update, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived off all charges for Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1). In a move that is expected to benefit around six crore children, the waiver of MBU charges for the said age group has already kicked in from October 1 and will be in force for a period of one year. Here are all the details you need to know about Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)’s decision to waive off all charges for Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1).

Aadhar update for children under the age of five

A child below five years of age is enrolled for Aadhaar using only a photograph, along with their name, date of birth, gender, address and birth certificate. Fingerprints and iris scans are not taken at this stage because a child’s biometrics are not fully developed.

Why a child must update their Aadhaar?

Under current rules, the child must update their Aadhaar with fingerprints, iris data and a fresh photograph once they turn five. This is known as the first Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU). A second Mandatory Biometric Update is required when the child turns 15, during which their biometrics must be updated again.

Aadhaar with updated biometric facilitates

Aadhaar with updated biometric facilitates ease of living and ensures seamless usage of Aadhaar in availing services such as school admissions, registering for entrance examinations, availing benefits of scholarships, DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) schemes, etc., wherever applicable. Therefore, parents/ guardians are advised to update biometrics of their children/wards in Aadhaar, on priority.

(With inputs from agencies)