UIDAI (Unique Identity Authentication of India) has set up Aadhaar enrollment and update centers across all banks in India. UIDAI and Government of India have taken this step to carry out Aadhaar enrollment and updating in a safe and secure environment. When agencies updated or enrolled Aadhaar, UIDAI received a lot of complaints about misappropriation, demand for money, etc. So to eliminate such complaints, UIDAI has set up Aadhaar Enrollment and Update Centers across all banks in India
All banks in India have set up Aadhaar enrollment/updation activity at their designated branches across India. Any resident who wants to apply for Aadhaar or update their Aadhaar can visit designated bank branches.
Preparing for Aadhaar Enrollment and Update
The first requirement to update or enroll Aadhaar is the documents, you need to carry the original documents while visiting the branch.
Click here to know which documents are acceptable for Aadhaar Enrollment or Update.
Bank entertains Aadhaar requests directly through walk-in without any appointment. Earlier many banks like Axis Bank, etc. had the option to book appointment online but this option is no longer available.
Most of the banks have not designed a separate page on their official website for booking online appointment for Aadhaar update and enrollment. However, the applicant can directly visit any bank’s Aadhaar service enabled branch for enrollment without online Aadhaar slot booking.
Below for your reference we have mentioned the complete steps and process through which you need to enroll or update Aadhaar in any bank.
Process of enrolling or updating Aadhaar at bank branch
Resident should carry the original document while visiting the bank for Aadhaar enrollment or update.
By downloading the Aadhaar update form or enrollment you can prepare in advance so that you don’t make any mistakes while filling the application form at the branch.
You can skip the process of downloading the form if you want, as Aadhaar enrollment form or update form is available free of cost at all bank branches
Go to the nearest bank
Get Aadhaar Update or Enrollment Form from Bank Branch Aadhaar Kendra.
Fill every detail in the form clearly, make sure you enter your mobile and email id.
Attach the documents with the form and submit to the branch officer
The officers present at the branch will scan your documents and return the originals to you
Your details will then be entered into the Aadhaar software and your biometrics such as iris, fingerprint and facial photo will be captured.
Once the process is completed as an acknowledgment, you will be handed over Aadhaar Update Receipt or Aadhaar Enrollment Receipt.
You should maintain this receipt with you till you get your Aadhaar card delivered at your doorstep or until you receive the SMS on your mobile number where Aadhaar has been generated or updated.
That’s it, the process of enrolling or updating Aadhaar at any bank across India is so easy.
Aadhaar Enrollment is a free service, but there are charges for some of the services offered Below is the list of complete charges charged for various Aadhaar services across bank branches
Aadhaar service charges across banks
| service | charge |
| New Aadhaar Enrollment | for free |
| Mandatory biometric update of children | for free |
| Biometric update with or without demographic update | ₹100 |
| Demographic Update | ₹50 |
| Find your Aadhaar and color print out | ₹30 |
All above charges *Inclusive of 18% GST charge.
Are Aadhaar Enrollment and Update Services in Banks only for Bank Customers?
No, this myth is generally wrong. Any resident of India can visit any bank and get Aadhaar enrollment or update service. There is no requirement that residents have an account with the same bank, Aadhaar centers in banks have been set up by the UIDAI and the Government of India.
Does the bank charge for Aadhaar Enrollment and Update?
Yes fees and charges are set up by UIDAI, but Aadhaar Enrollment service is free of cost and Biometric Update, Demographic Update, or Find your Aadhaar & B/w Print Out chargeable service which costs upto ₹50
Do all bank branches offer Aadhaar Enrollment and Update service?
To know which branches have Aadhaar enrollment and update services, you can visit the official site of that bank.
Can I book an appointment online for Aadhaar in the bank?
No, the bank does not provide any facility for online Aadhaar appointment.
Do I need to collect my Aadhaar card from the bank?
No, you will receive your Aadhaar card through India Post at your registered address. However, if you want a printout of your Aadhaar, you can get it from the branch by paying a nominal fee.
Do I need to request my Aadhaar PDF from the bank if I enroll or update my Aadhaar at their branch?
No, you can download your Aadhaar anytime from the UIDAI website.
Can I enroll or update Aadhaar in bank on 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month?
Banks will be closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month and follow public holidays as per Negotiable Instruments Act https://rbi.org.in/Scripts/HolidayMatrixDisplay.aspx