Quick Answer: To check your Aadhaar update status, open the UIDAI myAadhaar portal, go to Check Aadhaar Update Status, and enter your SRN (Service Request Number) or 28-digit Enrolment ID with the captcha. The status is free to view, and most online updates finish within a few working days.
Once you submit an Aadhaar update, you can track it online in under a minute. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) lets you check the status of any Aadhaar update on the myAadhaar portal using the reference number you received when you applied. This guide is only about tracking that request; if you still need to change a detail, that is a separate process you can start when you update your Aadhaar address online.
Overview: Aadhaar Update Status Check at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Service | Aadhaar update status check |
| Authority | Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) |
| Where to check | myAadhaar portal, mAadhaar app, or 1947 helpline |
| What you need | SRN / URN or 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID) |
| Cost | Free |
| Time to reflect | Usually a few working days; up to 30 days |
What Is an SRN, URN or EID in Aadhaar?
The UIDAI Reference Number is used by the UIDAI to find out where a user's application is. Most of the time, it is this confusion that makes it impossible for anybody to follow the status of their application. Each number represents a certain stage in the process and users need to be able to tell the reference number from their SMS or receipt.
| Number | Full form | Length | Where you get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRN | Service Request Number | 14 digits | Shown on screen and sent by SMS when you submit an online update or a PVC card order on myAadhaar |
| URN | Update Request Number | Varies | Printed on the acknowledgement slip from an update done at an Aadhaar centre |
| EID | Enrolment ID | 28 digits | On the acknowledgement slip when you enrol or update (a 14-digit number plus the date and time) |
How Do You Check Your Aadhaar Update Status on the myAadhaar Portal?
The UIDAI Check Aadhaar Update Status Page confirms that this site is the official source for tracking different updates and demographic changes. The steps below will help you accomplish this on your computer or mobile:
- Go to the myAadhaar portal and open Check Aadhaar Update Status.
- Enter your SRN, URN or Enrolment ID in the box provided.
- Type the captcha (security code) shown on screen.
- Submit the request. If asked, verify with the one-time password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number.
- Your current update status appears on screen.
How Do You Check the Status Using the mAadhaar App?
Users can track their application's progress using the mAadhaar application, which is perfect for people who do not have access to a computer. Just download the app, sign in using the mobile number you registered, and use the check application status option. The features of the mAadhaar app include checking update status, so you can follow your request without accessing the official website, as it uses UIDAI's interface just like the portal does.
How Do You Check the Status by Enrolment Number (EID)?
If you have misplaced your SRN number, you may use your 28-digit Enrolment ID instead, which can be found on the receipt given to you on registering and can also be used on the Check Aadhaar Update Status website. You should enter the number in the same way it is written on the receipt and then confirm the Captcha.
What Do the Aadhaar Update Status Messages Mean?
The platform shows a brief status indicating the current stage of your application and every notice indicates the next action that needs to be taken. While the presentation of the message might differ, it has the same meaning.
| Status you may see | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| In progress / Under process | UIDAI is verifying your request | Wait and check again after a few days |
| Success / Completed | The update is approved and applied | Download your updated Aadhaar |
| Rejected | The request could not be processed | Re-submit with the correct document |
How Long Does an Aadhaar Update Take?
You will find that nearly all modifications to your personal details carried out online take no more than a couple of days, while UIDAI, the authority that issues Aadhaar, commits to completing every request within 30 days. At the same time, simple applications, such as address change with the relevant supporting document, are handled faster than more complicated applications, which require more time for reviewing. There is no point in submitting multiple applications; only one application needs to be followed until its completion.
What If Your Aadhaar Update Is Rejected?
When the status shows rejected, your present Aadhaar shall remain valid and you will need to submit correct documents and file a new application. Rejections arise if there is a mismatch between the supporting documents and the requested change, if the document is illegible or if there is a mismatch of names and addresses. Fix the exact problems and submit another application. You can find the documents each change needs in how to update your Aadhaar card details before reapplying.
How Do You Download Your Aadhaar After the Update?
Once the status reads completed, download the updated version so your latest details appear on the copy you carry. Log in to the myAadhaar portal, choose the download option, and save the e-Aadhaar PDF (it opens with a password made from the first four letters of your name in capitals and your birth year). The steps are covered in how to download your Aadhaar card, and the downloaded copy is as valid as the printed card.
