New Delhi . Aadhar card has become an integral part of our life today. Aadhar number helps you a lot in any profession. From children to old people, everyone can get it made but does it have any validity?
Such rumors keep flying every day that after so many years your Aadhar will become invalid. But does this really happen? The simple answer is – no. There is only one situation where Aadhar can be considered invalid. When Aadhar cards of small children are made, they have to be updated twice.
If this is not done then that Aadhaar card becomes invalid. Aadhaar card of children has to be updated once at the age of 5 years and then again at the age of 15 years. At this time the fingerprints, iris and photo of the Aadhaar card holder are updated.
Is it necessary to update after 10 years?
UIDAI, the institute that issues Aadhaar, has made it clear that even if you do not update Aadhaar after 10 years, it will still remain valid. However, Aadhaar card should be updated from time to time so that there is no problem in future when needed. Aadhaar can be updated at any Aadhaar service center.
Aadhaar update for children is free.
Let us tell you that it is mandatory to update the Aadhaar card of children between 5 and 15 years of age, so the government has made it free. That means you do not have to pay any money to update the Aadhaar of children. On the other hand, a very nominal amount has to be paid to update the Aadhaar card of adults.
What is the function of Aadhaar card?
Aadhaar card is a unique identification document issued by the Government of India, which is used for identity proof, address proof and various government and non-government services. It is considered necessary for banking, mobile SIM, government subsidy, tax filing and many other places.
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