Aadhaar Appointment Booking – Online Slot Scheduling & Centre Visit Best Guide
If you need help with aadhaar appointment booking, this detailed guide explains how to reserve a UIDAI centre visit slot online, what services require appointments, how to locate nearby centres, manage rescheduling, cancellation, and prepare documents for biometric verification.
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Many Aadhaar tasks still require physical verification, especially mobile number updates, biometric updates, photo capture and correction requests that failed online.
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What Is Aadhaar Appointment Booking?
Aadhaar appointment booking is the official UIDAI facility that allows citizens to reserve a time slot at the Aadhaar Seva Kendra or authorised enrolment centre instead of waiting in token queues. Booking an appointment guarantees faster service and avoids unnecessary crowding.
When Is Appointment Booking Required?
- Mobile number update
- Biometric update (fingerprint or iris)
- Photo update
- Rejection re-submission cases
- Child Aadhaar biometric update (age milestones)
When Appointment Is Not Mandatory
- Pure online address update
- Name or DOB correction through document uploads
- e-Aadhaar downloading
Online Aadhaar Appointment Booking – Step by Step
- Visit UIDAI appointment booking portal.
- Select your city/location.
- Enter your Aadhaar or VID or mobile number.
- Verify OTP.
- Select required service type.
- Choose preferred centre.
- Select visit date & time slot.
- Confirm booking and download appointment receipt.
Services Available at Aadhaar Centers
- Aadhaar enrolment
- Mobile linking
- Biometric update
- Photo capture
- Document scanning & verification
- Assisted data corrections
Required Documents for Centre Visit
Always carry:
- Original Aadhaar
- Valid supporting documents depending on correction type
Reference list:
Booking Without Aadhaar Number
If Aadhaar is lost, retrieve UID first:
Rescheduling or Cancelling Appointment
You can modify your appointment online:
- Login to booking portal
- Use appointment ID
- Select reschedule or cancel
What Happens During Centre Visit?
- Document verification at counter
- Live photo capture
- Biometric scanning
- Digital signature capture
- Acknowledgement receipt issued with URN
How Long Does Update Take After Appointment?
- Processing time: 7–15 working days
- Track status online:
- Aadhaar Update Status Check
Booking Tips to Avoid Slot Cancellations
- Book slots in early morning hours.
- Choose weekdays instead of weekends.
- Reach centre 10 minutes early.
- Carry all original documents.
- Keep mobile number active.
Common Appointment Issues
- No slot availability
- OTP not received
- Aadhaar number mismatch
- Location mapping errors
Solutions to Slot Issues
- Change nearby centre
- Check alternative timings
- Reattempt booking during early hours
- Walk-in visit at low-traffic centers
Download Updated Aadhaar After Visit
FAQs – Aadhaar Appointment Booking
Is appointment mandatory?
Recommended but not always compulsory.
Can family members book single appointment?
Each Aadhaar holder must book separately.
Can appointments be booked via mobile?
Yes — through UIDAI portal on any smartphone browser.
Is service chargeable?
Most updates are free; biometric updates sometimes incur small UIDAI fees.
What happens if I miss my slot?
You must reschedule or walk in and wait for available counter.
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