The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued a crucial reminder to the Parents to update children Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) who completing the age 7 years but have not yet updated their biometrics in Aadhaar Card.
It is crucial to update Aadhaar Card Biometric between 5 years to 7 years, as it is essential requirement for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of biometric data of children. If the MBU is not completed even after 7 years of age, the Aadhaar number may be deactivated, as per the existing rules.
There are two types of Aadhaar of which blue Aadhaar is prevalent up to the age of 0-5 years. And UIDAI has issued an urgent message about this blue Aadhaar.
UIDAI Sending SMS Alerts for Pending Biometric Updates
To facilitate this important process, UIDAI has started sending SMS notifications to registered mobile numbers linked with Aadhaar accounts of children. These messages serve as reminders for completing the biometric update within the free age window.
Where to update Children Biometric Update of Aadhaar Card
Aadhaar Seva Kendra
Aadhaar Centres
Delayed Aadhaar Card Biometric Update May Affect School Enrolment, Exams and Benefits
It other card is not update Biometric than the Aadhaar Card will be deactivated. Currently Aadhaar is the most important documents, which is used in School admission, entrance examinations, scholarships and other activities. If Aadhaar is not update then it may affect school enrolment, entrance examinations, scholarships and other activities. They may also be deprived of various benefits.
Free Aadhaar Biometric Update for Kids Between 5 and 7 Years
Children enrolled in Aadhaar before the age of five are not required to submit biometric data (fingerprints and iris scans). However, once they turn five, UIDAI mandates an update of biometrics, which is completely free of cost until the age of seven.
After seven years of age, parents will need to pay a nominal fee of Rs. 100 to update their child’s biometric information. The update can be done at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorized Aadhaar centre.
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