If your father’s name is incorrectly printed on your Aadhaar card, there’s no need to visit a centre or wait in long queues. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows you to correct this detail online from home using a simple process.
Interestingly, Aadhaar does not have a separate column for “Father’s Name.” Instead, it is updated through the ‘Care of (C/o)’ field under the Address section.
Why Father’s Name Errors HappenMistakes in Aadhaar details can occur due to:
- Spelling errors during registration
- Incorrect document submission
- Data entry issues
Correcting these details is important to avoid problems in banking, government schemes, or identity verification.
Step-by-Step Process to Update Father’s Name OnlineFollow these simple steps:
1. Visit UIDAI Portal- Go to: myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
- Log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP
- Click on “Update Aadhaar Online”
- Choose Address Update
👉 Remember: Father’s name is edited in the C/o (Care of) field.
3. Enter Correct Details- Fill in your complete address
- Enter your father’s correct name in the C/o section
- Upload valid proof showing the correct father’s name
- Pay the nominal Aadhaar update charge
- You’ll receive a Service Request Number (SRN)
- Use it to track your request status
- The update is usually completed within 15 to 20 days
- You can download the updated Aadhaar once approved
You can upload any of the following:
- Ration Card
- Passport
- PAN Card
- Voter ID
- Government Photo ID
- Kisan Passbook
- Pension Card
- Disability Card
- School Certificate or Marksheet (with father’s name)
- Bank Passbook (with photo)
- Utility Bills (not older than 3 months)
✔ Your mobile number must be linked with Aadhaar for OTP login
✔ There is no separate father name field—use C/o section
✔ Ensure documents are clear and readable
✔ Double-check spelling before submitting
✔ Auto-translation (English to Hindi) may occur—verify carefully
Fixing your father’s name on Aadhaar is now simple, fast, and fully online. By using the UIDAI portal and updating the C/o field under address, you can correct errors without visiting any Aadhaar centre.
Taking a few minutes to update your Aadhaar today can save you from future hassles in verification and documentation.
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