Finally, the app’s AI-based verification and document features also promise to prevent identity fraud. As India’s digital ecosystem expands, this has been a growing concern. Furthermore, faster processing times mean updates can be completed in hours instead of days.
The way forward
According to reports, the e-Aadhaar app is expected to be available for both Android and iOS platforms by the end of 2025. Once launched, it will work in conjunction with government digital platforms like DigiLocker and UMANG.
Thus, by combining security, convenience and technology, the e-Aadhaar app aims to become a vital part of India’s digital identity ecosystem.
This upcoming app aims to provide citizens with an easy and secure way to update their Aadhaar information. It will allow people to update their personal details, such as mobile number or contact information, themselves. This will eliminate the need to visit Aadhaar centers for minor updates, saving both time and effort.
What benefits will the app provide?
Currently, to change Aadhaar details like date of birth, name or address, one has to visit the Aadhaar Seva Kendra and submit physical documents.
However, with this new application, the new e-Aadhaar app will make this update process completely digital. Users will be able to update their address, phone number, date of birth, and other information by following a few simple steps on the app, without leaving their homes or visiting centers.
How does this application work?
The app is designed to connect to verified government databases and enable automatic verification of supporting documents such as passports, driving licenses and birth certificates. Importantly, this system will not only speed up updates but also reduce the chances of data errors and fraud.
Enhancing security
Currently, the security of Aadhaar data of millions of Indians is vulnerable to fraud and scams. Therefore, the government has further strengthened security measures through this app. UIDAI plans to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and facial recognition technologies to securely authenticate users. The app will verify identities through a facial matching system, ensuring that only legitimate users can make changes to their profiles.
While this app will allow you to update information like name, address, and mobile number online, biometric changes (such as fingerprint or iris scans) will still require a visit to an Aadhaar center. This hybrid system will ensure convenience for users while also maintaining data security and accuracy.
Additional benefits
In addition to the above benefits, Aadhaar application will save time, reduce the cost of visiting centers, and simplify this long-standing and complex process. Furthermore, citizens will be able to manage their Aadhaar records from the comfort of their homes, eliminating unnecessary paperwork and long queues at centers.
Finally, the app’s AI-based verification and document features also promise to prevent identity fraud. As India’s digital ecosystem expands, this has been a growing concern. Furthermore, faster processing times mean updates can be completed in hours instead of days.
The way forward
According to reports, the e-Aadhaar app is expected to be available for both Android and iOS platforms by the end of 2025. Once launched, it will work in conjunction with government digital platforms like DigiLocker and UMANG.
Thus, by combining security, convenience and technology, the e-Aadhaar app aims to become a vital part of India’s digital identity ecosystem.
