How to link / Update Email ID in Aadhar Card Free

The UIDAI has announced that from 1 July 2026 to 31 December 2026, there will be no fee for linking, changing, or updating an email ID in Aadhaar.

UIDAI has now started allowing users to update their email ID online. It means, If you have not linked an email ID to your Aadhaar yet, you can now do it completely free of cost.

In addition, the new Aadhaar mobile application now includes a feature to add or update an email ID directly from your phone. This means you no longer need to visit an Aadhaar center. Earlier, updating an email ID required a visit to the center, but now the entire process can be completed through the Aadhaar app.

Free Email ID Update Available Until 31 December 2026

UIDAI has made this service completely free through the Aadhaar App from 1 July 2026 for a period of six months. During this promotional period, residents can add, change, or update their email address in Aadhaar without paying any fee.

This initiative supports the Government of India’s Digital India mission and the vision of Viksit Bharat by promoting paperless, citizen-friendly digital services.

Strong Response from Aadhaar Users

The new feature has received an overwhelming response. Within just two days of its launch, more than 250,000 residents successfully updated their email ID using the Aadhaar App.

The high adoption rate reflects the growing preference for secure and convenient digital services.

Why Linking Your Email ID with Aadhaar Is Important

Adding an email ID to Aadhaar offers several benefits. Once your email is linked, you receive real-time email notifications whenever your Aadhaar authentication is used.

This improves transparency and adds an extra layer of security by keeping you informed about the usage of your Aadhaar number. It also helps you quickly identify any unauthorized authentication activity.

How to Add / Update Email ID in Aadhar?

What You Need to complete the process:

• The latest Aadhaar app installed from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.The new Aadhaar App is available in both Android and Apple iOS platforms. People can download here:

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.gov.uidai.pehchaan&hl=en_IN

iOS – https://apps.apple.com/in/app/aadhaar/id6744029871

• Your Aadhaar number
• A mobile number linked with Aadhaar (for OTP verification)
• The new email ID you want to link or update

Step 1: Install and Open the Aadhaar App

• Download the Aadhaar app from the Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Open the app.
• Allow the required permissions for Camera, SMS, and Phone Calls.

Step 2: Register in the App

• Tap Continue to Register.
• Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
• Accept the terms and conditions.
• Select any SIM card currently inserted in your phone and verify it through SMS.

Step 3: Complete Face Authentication

• Tap Start Face Authentication.
• Remove glasses if you are wearing them.
• Look into the camera.
• Blink your eyes twice when prompted.

Step 4: Set Your Security PIN

• Create a 6-digit PIN.
• Confirm the same PIN.
• You may also enable biometric login if you wish.

Step 5: Add or Update Email ID

• Go to Services.
• Select Add/Update Email ID.
• Tap Continue to Update Email ID.
• Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
• Enter the new email ID you want to link.
• Tap Send OTP.
• Enter the 6-digit OTP received on your email.
• Verify the email OTP.

Step 6: Final Face Verification

After email verification, the app will again ask for face authentication. Scan your face and blink your eyes as instructed.

Once the verification is successful, your request will be submitted and you will receive an acknowledgement receipt.

How to Track Your Request

Open the Aadhaar app and go to Track Request.

You will be able to see:

• Request status
• Verification status
• Acknowledgement number
• The email ID update request details

Important Notes

• The email OTP remains valid for 10 minutes.
• Duplicate requests cannot be submitted while an earlier request is already in progress.
• The email ID is linked to Aadhaar only after successful verification and validation.
• You can download the acknowledgement receipt as a PDF from the app.

Aadhaar App Offers Multiple Online Update Services

The Aadhaar App is designed to simplify access to various Aadhaar-related services directly from a smartphone. In addition to email ID updates, residents can also update their:

• Mobile number
• Address
• Other supported Aadhaar services

These services can be completed without visiting an Aadhaar centre, saving both time and effort.

Millions of Residents Are Already Using the Aadhaar App

The Aadhaar App has already become a popular platform for updating Aadhaar details.

• More than 4 million residents have updated their mobile numbers through the app.
• Around 1 million residents have used it to update their Aadhaar address.

These numbers demonstrate the increasing trust in UIDAI’s digital services.

Conclusion

The Aadhaar app now makes it possible to link or update your email ID from home without visiting an Aadhaar center. The entire process involves mobile OTP verification, email OTP verification, and face authentication.

Since UIDAI has waived the fee until 31 December 2026, this is a good opportunity to update or link your email ID in Aadhaar for free.

If your Aadhaar does not yet have an email ID linked, completing the update now can help you receive future Aadhaar-related notifications and services more easily.