Archive · 21 Jul 2025
UIDAI to Update Children's Biometrics via Schools Soon
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is starting a program to update children's Aadhaar biometrics through schools.
This is because children need to update their Aadhaar data after they turn 5.
Right now, over 7 crore children need to update their biometrics.
The updates will happen in schools.
Updating biometrics is important for using Aadhaar to get services and benefits.
Updates between ages 5 and 7 are free, but after 7, there is a small fee.
The UIDAI plans a similar update process for children who are 15 years old.
This aims to make it easier for children to access government benefits.
UIDAI plans to update children's biometrics via schools.
Biometric updates are mandatory for children over 5 years old.
Over 7 crore children haven't updated their Aadhaar biometrics.
Updates between 5-7 years are free; after 7, there's a fee.
UIDAI aims to provide convenient access for Aadhaar-linked benefits.
- Who
- UIDAI and children under 15 years old.
- What
- UIDAI will start biometric updates for children through schools.
- When
- The project will start in 45-60 days.
- Where
- The updates will be done through schools.
- Why
- To ensure accurate biometric data and enable seamless access to Aadhaar-linked benefits.
Parents
UIDAI
Privacy vs Convenience
Parents
May be worried about the privacy and data security of their children's biometric data.
UIDAI
May welcome the convenience and ease of accessing government benefits.
- Organization
- UIDAI
- Project Goal
- Biometric updates via schools
- Target Group
- Children aged 5 and above
- Children needing update
- Over 7 crore
- Cost (5-7 years)
- Free
- Cost (7+ years)
- Rs 100