Citizen Services

Aadhaar Gender Update 2026 — How to Correct Gender in Aadhaar

Q: How do I update gender in Aadhaar card?

Use demographic update on myAadhaar when available, or visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra with supporting documents as required by UIDAI and complete biometric authentication for gender correction.

Q: What documents are needed for Aadhaar gender correction?

UIDAI may require proof as per its current demographic update policy. Carry Aadhaar and any supporting identity documents the centre or portal lists for gender field updates.

Q: Can gender be corrected if wrongly entered at enrolment?

Yes. Wrong gender entry is a common demographic correction. Submit an update request with valid proof and biometrics where required.

Q: Is Aadhaar gender update available online?

Self-service may be limited. Many residents complete gender update at an authorised centre. Check myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in for options shown for your Aadhaar.

Q: Is there a fee for gender update in Aadhaar?

Demographic updates generally attract a UIDAI-notified fee. Confirm on the payment screen or centre receipt.

Q: How long does gender update take?

After successful submission, track SRN on myAadhaar. Processing times vary; download eAadhaar after success to verify the field.

Q: Will gender update change my Aadhaar number?

No. Only demographic data is updated. Your 12-digit Aadhaar number remains the same.

Q: What if gender update is rejected?

Check rejection reason via SRN status, arrange the correct supporting document, and re-apply online or at a centre.

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Aadhaar gender update corrects a wrong or outdated gender field on your Aadhaar. Common searches: gender correction in Aadhaar card, change gender in Aadhaar, UIDAI demographic gender update. Use only official UIDAI channels.

Service: Gender demographic update · Authority: UIDAI · Hub: All Aadhaar Services · Portal: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in

Gender Update — Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Service	Gender correction / update
Modes	Online (if offered) · Aadhaar centre
Auth	OTP and/or biometrics + proof as required
Aadhaar number	Unchanged
Track	SRN
Verify	Download eAadhaar

When Gender Correction Is Needed

Typing error at enrolment (Male/Female/Third gender mismatch)
Demographic data does not match other IDs
KYC systems reject profile due to gender mismatch

If name or DOB is also wrong, plan updates carefully — see name correction and DOB update.

How to Update Gender Online

Open myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
Login with Aadhaar/VID + mobile OTP.
Select Update Aadhaar → Gender.
Choose the correct value and upload proof if asked.
Submit, pay fee if shown, save SRN.
On approval, download new eAadhaar.

How to Update Gender at Aadhaar Seva Kendra

Locate authorised centre on uidai.gov.in.
Carry Aadhaar and any supporting documents required for gender update.
Request gender demographic update.
Complete biometrics and on-screen verification.
Collect acknowledgement; track SRN.

Demographic update on official UIDAI portal

Open myAadhaar (Official UIDAI)

Official Portal Links (After Completing the Steps)

Resource	Link
myAadhaar	myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Check Aadhaar status	Check Aadhaar Status
Download eAadhaar	Direct download
UIDAI	uidai.gov.in
Hub	Aadhaar Services

Fee, Status & Safety

Topic	Guidance
Fee	UIDAI-notified demographic fee
Status	myAadhaar → Check update status
Privacy	Never share OTP; avoid third-party “agents”

Disclaimer

EasyApplications.in is not affiliated with UIDAI. Follow official document and fee rules in force on the day of update.

Summary: For Aadhaar gender update, use myAadhaar or a Seva Kendra demographic update, track SRN, then confirm via new eAadhaar.