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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has clarified that the 12-digit Aadhaar number is only proof of identity, not citizenship. Furthermore, the UIDAI has stated that the Aadhaar card is not proof of date of birth. Aadhaar card: Indeed, the Aadhaar card is now linked to almost every essential service, but many people are still confused about whether it can serve as proof of date of birth or Indian citizenship. UIDAI has issued this clarification to dispel such rumors. In which services is Aadhar card required? Obtaining or Linking a PAN CardOpening a Mutual Fund/Demat AccountFiling Income Tax ReturnsLinking a Voter IDOpening a Bank Account and KYCPassport ApplicationOpening a Jan Dhan AccountGetting a Driving LicenseLPG subsidyPension schemesRation card makingMNREGA wage paymentsPradhan Mantri Awas YojanaAyushman Bharat health insuranceVehicle registrationProvident fundScholarship schemesDigital locker account openingE-sign facilityMobile SIM card Other Services Hotel BookingLoan ApplicationAirport EntryJob ApplicationRailway Ticket BookingProperty RegistrationInsurance Policy PurchaseSchool/College AdmissionCredit Card ApplicationUPI Payment The Postal Department issued an order. The Postal Department recently issued an order stating that the Aadhaar number can be used to prove the identity of the Aadhaar holder, but it is not a definitive proof of citizenship, residence, or date of birth. Therefore, do not use it as a final basis to prove the date of birth. The government has also ordered all post offices to disseminate this information to all concerned and to display it on notice boards in public areas. Proof of Citizenship, Residence, and Date of Birth Citizenship Indian PassportVoter IDBirth CertificatePAN CardCitizenship CertificateRation Card Voter IDElectricity, Water, and Gas BillsRation CardBank Statement/PassbookPost Office PassbookRent AgreementProperty DocumentsDriving LicenseDomicile Certificate Date of Birth Birth CertificatePAN CardSchool MarksheetDriving LicensePassportMatriculation Certificate Fees for Aadhaar Updates Increased Updating Aadhaar details has also become more expensive starting October 1st. This is the first increase in nearly five years… Demographic changes such as name, address, or date of birth: ₹50 to ₹75Biometric Updates: ₹100 to ₹125 Aadhaar enrollment and updates will remain free for newborns. Biometric updates for children are mandatory at age 5, between 5-7 years, and between 15-17 years. This clarification from UIDAI is necessary to prevent misuse of Aadhaar. Read More: Credit Card Payment: Making payments using SBI Credit Card will be expensive from today, extra charges will be levied
