Archive · 19 Nov 2025
UIDAI Considers Aadhaar Card with Photo and QR Code, Discourages Offline Verification
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is thinking about changing the Aadhaar card to only have a photo and a QR code to protect people's data.
They want to stop people from using Aadhaar cards for offline verification, like in hotels or events.
They're also making a new app to make it easier to update your address and add family members to your Aadhaar account.
UIDAI mulls issuing Aadhaar card with photo and QR code to prevent data misuse
New rule to discourage offline verification by entities like hotels and event organizers
UIDAI to consider legislation in December to enforce online verification
New app in development to fine-tune Aadhaar authentication service
App to enable address proof updates and family member additions
- Who
- UIDAI, entities like hotels and event organizers, Aadhaar holders
- What
- Consideration of new Aadhaar card format and app development
- When
- New rule consideration in December, app rollout expected soon
- Where
- India
- Why
- To prevent data misuse and enforce online verification
UIDAI's Stance
Entities' Concerns
Data Privacy
UIDAI's Stance
Prevent misuse of personal data
Entities' Concerns
Concerns about inconvenience and additional costs for verification
Offline Verification
UIDAI's Stance
Discourage and enforce online verification
Entities' Concerns
Difficulty in implementing new system
- Proposed Aadhaar Card Changes
- Photo and QR code only
- New App Features
- Address proof updates, family member additions, face authentication
- Entities Affected
- Hotels, event organizers, banks, fintech firms, etc.
Sources
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UIDAI waives charges for Aadhaar biometric update for children aged 7-15: Here’s how to update Blue (Baal) Aadhaar for free
New UIDAI Aadhaar app launched: How to download, update Aadhaar card and use key features – Step-by-step guide
No need to go to Aadhaar Centre now – Here’s how to update your mobile number instantly
Aadhaar Card With Just Photo And QR Code Soon? What Top Official Said
