Quick answer: Yes, many bank branches have an Aadhaar centre where you can enrol for Aadhaar or update your details. They are part of the more than 66,000 Aadhaar Kendras run by banks, post offices, BSNL and state governments, according to UIDAI. Fees are the same as at any centre: enrolment is free, a separate demographic update costs ₹75 and a biometric update costs ₹125. Find a branch that offers the service you need on UIDAI’s centre locator before you go, and carry original documents.
Why banks have Aadhaar centres
In July 2017 the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) asked all scheduled commercial banks, public and private, to set up Aadhaar enrolment and update facilities in at least one out of every ten branches. The aim was to spread centres across district headquarters and blocks, so that people did not have to queue at a few crowded centres. This article was first written when that scheme was announced.
Bank-run centres are now a regular part of the Aadhaar network. They work alongside UIDAI’s own Aadhaar Seva Kendras and centres in post offices and government offices.
Services at a bank Aadhaar centre
Bank centres can offer:
- new Aadhaar enrolment, including for children;
- demographic updates: name, address, date of birth, gender, mobile number and email;
- biometric updates: photograph, fingerprints and iris, including the mandatory updates for children at ages 5 and 15;
- document updates: a fresh proof of identity and proof of address.
Not every centre offers every service. Bhuvan Aadhaar, the centre map on ISRO’s Bhuvan geoportal, lets you filter centres by service, such as mobile and email update, name/date of birth/gender update, address update, biometric update and adult enrolment. Check the branch you plan to visit before you go. Our guide to finding an Aadhaar centre near you walks through the locator.
Fees at bank Aadhaar centres
Banks charge UIDAI’s notified fees, which include taxes:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| New enrolment | Free |
| Mandatory biometric update at 5–7, and at 15–17 | Free |
| Biometric update between ages 7 and 15 | Free until 30 September 2027 |
| Biometric update in other cases | ₹125 |
| Demographic update on its own | ₹75 |
| Demographic update together with a biometric update | Free |
| Document update at the centre | ₹75 |
| Download and colour print of Aadhaar | ₹40 |
If a centre asks for more than these amounts, you can report it to UIDAI on the toll-free helpline 1947 or by email to help@uidai.gov.in.
What to carry
- For new enrolment: An original proof of identity and an original proof of address from UIDAI’s list of acceptable documents. A passport, voter ID or driving licence are examples. For a child, also take a document that proves the relationship with the parent.
- For an update: Your Aadhaar number, plus an original document that supports the change. For example, take a proof of address for a new address. No document is needed for a mobile number or biometric update.
- Your mobile phone, if you want to link or update your mobile number.
The operator scans your originals and returns them.
How enrolment at a bank works
- Fill in the form or give your details to the operator. Check the spelling of everything on the operator’s screen.
- Give your biometrics. All ten fingerprints and both irises are scanned, and your photograph is taken. For children under five, only a photo is taken.
- Collect the acknowledgement slip. It shows your Enrolment ID (EID): a 14-digit enrolment number plus the date and time of enrolment. Keep it safe.
- Wait for generation. UIDAI’s Citizen’s Charter says Aadhaar is normally generated within 30 days for children. For adults aged 18 and over it can take up to 180 days, because state or UT authorities may verify the enrolment first. The original article said 90 days for everyone.
Download e-Aadhaar instead of waiting for the letter
Once your Aadhaar is generated, you can download e-Aadhaar. The Aadhaar Act treats it as just as valid as the printed letter. The original article described an older e-Aadhaar website that no longer exists. Today you:
- Go to myAadhaar (myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in) and choose “Download Aadhaar”. You can also use UIDAI’s Aadhaar app.
- Enter your Enrolment ID (or your Aadhaar number, once you know it).
- Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Download the PDF. The password is the first four letters of your name in capitals followed by your year of birth, for example SURE1990.
For more detail, see our step-by-step guide to downloading Aadhaar online. If you would rather visit a UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra than a bank, you can book an appointment.
Where Aadhaar is required, and where it is optional
The original article said Aadhaar was needed for “almost all subsidies”. The legal position is more precise:
- Required: Aadhaar can be required for government subsidies and benefits notified under Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act. For the LPG subsidy, see how to link Aadhaar to a Bharat Gas connection. It is also mandatory for getting a PAN and for filing income tax returns.
- Optional: Since the Supreme Court’s 2018 judgment and the 2019 amendment, you cannot be forced to give Aadhaar to open a bank account or get a mobile SIM.
An earlier version of this article also said Aadhaar was compulsory to get a passport in 10 days and to sign up for DigiLocker. We could not confirm those claims against current official guidance, so we have removed them. Check passportindia.gov.in for the documents currently accepted for a passport.
Frequently asked questions
Can I enrol for Aadhaar at a bank where I do not have an account?
Aadhaar enrolment is open to every resident, and UIDAI lists bank-run centres alongside other public centres. Call the branch first to check its timings and which services it offers.
Is Aadhaar enrolment at a bank free?
Yes. New enrolment is free at every centre, including bank branches. Fees apply only to some updates.
Can I update my mobile number at a bank Aadhaar centre?
Yes, if that centre offers mobile updates. The update costs ₹75 when done on its own, and you authenticate with your fingerprint or iris.
How do I know which bank branches offer Aadhaar services?
Use the “Locate Enrolment Centre” option on uidai.gov.in or the Bhuvan Aadhaar map, and filter by the service you need. Old printed lists go out of date quickly.
This guide was checked in October 2026 against UIDAI’s Aadhaar Seva Kendra page and published charges, its Citizen’s Charter, UIDAI’s 2017 announcement on bank-branch centres and the Bhuvan Aadhaar centre map. Confirm services and timings with the branch before you visit.
