Changing your mobile number linked to your Aadhaar card is essential for accessing OTP-based services, government schemes, and updates, but traditional methods required visiting a center—recent updates as of late 2025 have introduced more convenient online and app-based options through UIDAI.

Traditional Offline Method

This remains the most reliable approach if you lack access to the registered number or prefer in-person verification, available at any Aadhaar Enrolment Centre (locate via uidai.gov.in or by calling 1947).

  • Step 1 : Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra and fill out the Aadhaar Update/Correction Form, clearly mentioning your new mobile number.
  • Step 2 : Submit the form—no documents are needed specifically for mobile updates.
  • Step 3 : Authenticate using biometrics (fingerprint, iris, or face).
  • Step 4 : Pay a nominal fee of ₹50.
  • Step 5 : Receive an acknowledgment slip with a Update Request Number (URN) to track status online at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in (updates reflect in 90 days).

This method works even without your old number active, making it a go-to for many.

New Online/App Method (2025-2026 Updates)

UIDAI rolled out app-based and portal updates in late 2025, allowing self- service for mobile changes without queues—perfect for quick fixes from home, though biometric appointment may still follow for verification.

Via UIDAI Website (myAadhaar Portal)

  1. Go to uidai.gov.in > "My Aadhaar" > "Book an Appointment" under "Get Aadhaar".
  1. Select location, enter current mobile (for OTP), Aadhaar number, captcha, and verify OTP.
  2. Choose "Mobile Number" update, input new number , and confirm.
  3. Schedule appointment if prompted, pay online (₹50), and get URN.

Via New Aadhaar App (Recommended for 2026)

Download the updated mAadhaar app (Android/iOS)—now supports direct mobile updates without centers for this field.

  1. Log in with Aadhaar/OTP.
  2. Navigate to "Update Aadhaar" > Select "Mobile Number".
  3. Enter new number, verify via OTP on new/old SIM if possible.
  4. Submit; track via app (name/address updates still offline).

Note : Online requires old number active for initial OTP; else, use offline. Processing: 10-90 days.

Tracking Status & Tips

  • Use URN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in or app to check progress.
  • Fee : ₹50 everywhere; free for some demographics.
  • Common Pitfalls : Wrong biometrics delay; double-check new number. Multiple forum users on Reddit note app success post-2025 update.
  • Why Update? Unlinked numbers block PAN linking, DBT subsidies—vital in 2026's digital India push.

Method| Pros| Cons| Best For
---|---|---|---
Offline (Centre) 9| No old number needed; instant URN| Travel, wait time| Rural/no app users
Online Portal 3| Home-based; appointment booking| Needs old OTP| Urban, tech-savvy
Aadhaar App 7| Fastest, no centre visit| App download required| Quick 2026 updates 10

TL;DR : Prefer the new Aadhaar App for online changes; fallback to centre if old number inactive—stay updated for seamless services.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.