If you’re unable to receive OTP on your registered number and facing delays in important services like e-KYC, subsidies, or income tax filing, there’s good news. You can now update your Aadhaar mobile number without OTP in a secure and easy offline method provided by UIDAI. This service is especially helpful if your old number is inactive, lost, or not in use anymore.
Why Linking Mobile Number to Aadhaar Is Important
To receive SMS alerts about government schemes
Mandatory for completing e-KYC for banks and telecom services
Required for receiving OTP during ITR filing or passport application
Ensures access to Aadhaar-based services like DigiLocker, PAN-Aadhaar linking, and more
How to Update or Link Mobile Number to Aadhaar Without OTP
Follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Visit Your Nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra or Authorized Bank/Post Office
Use the UIDAI Appointment Portal to locate your nearest Aadhaar update center.
Step 2: Carry Required Documents
Take your original Aadhaar card and the new mobile number you wish to link. No other documents are needed.
Step 3: Fill Out the Aadhaar Update Form
Collect the form at the center and accurately fill in your new mobile number.
Step 4: Complete Biometric Verification
Your identity will be authenticated through fingerprint or iris scan to ensure data security.
Step 5: Pay the Service Fee
You’ll need to pay ₹50 to update your mobile number. A receipt will be provided—keep it safe.
Step 6: Wait for Activation
Your mobile number will be updated within 7 to 10 working days. Once linked, you can start receiving OTPs and access Aadhaar-enabled services seamlessly.
Pro Tips:
Always carry your Aadhaar card and a valid mobile number (you’ll use moving forward).
If you’ve recently lost your phone or changed your number, update it at the earliest to avoid service disruptions.
Don’t fall for online frauds—this service is only available in person at authorized centers for security reasons.
You can also check your update status by visiting: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
