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Press Releases

Explore official UIDAI press releases covering Aadhaar updates, innovations, partnerships, policy announcements and key initiatives focused on strengthening digital identity, improving citizen services and advancing secure, inclusive governance across India.

Aadhaar Face Authentication Sets New Benchmark, Doubling from 100 Crore to 200 Crore Transactions in Just 6 Months. | English

12-08-2025 | PDF | 115.2 KB

Aadhaar Face Authentication recorded an all time high with 19.36 crore transactions in July 2025. | English

11-08-2025 | PDF | 113.74 KB

UIDAI Takes Proactive Measures to Maintain Continued Accuracy & Integrity of the Aadhaar Database by Deactivating Aadhaar Numbers of Deceased Persons. | English

17-07-2025 | PDF | 132.67 KB

UIDAI advises parents and guardians to update biometrics of their children in Aadhaar. | English

16-07-2025 | PDF | 103.99 KB

UIDAI records nearly 230 Cr Aadhaar authentication transaction in June, reflecting 7.8% growth over last year. | English

04-07-2025 | PDF | 110.25 KB

UIDAI records over 211 Cr Aadhaar authentication transaction in May, powering India’s digital economy and welfare services. | English

06-06-2025 | PDF | 105.74 KB

UIDAI shares non-personal Aadhaar Dashboard Data to promote transparency and research. | English

20-05-2025 | PDF | 103.74 KB

Aadhaar authentication crosses the landmark 150 bn transactions number, powering India’s digital economy and welfare services. | English

19-05-2025 | PDF | 113.52 KB

UIDAI successfully conducts Face Authentication pilot for NEET Exam. | English

05-05-2025 | PDF | 98.46 KB

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Published on:08 May 2026

Last Updated:29 Jun 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can download the Aadhaar app on your Android/iOS device from the Play Store/App Store. For Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.gov.uidai.pehchaan  For iOS: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/aadhaar/id6744029871

After downloading the app, the Aadhaar Number Holder (ANH): →Select Language→ Enters their Aadhaar number → Agrees to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy → Chooses the SIM card → Performs Face Authentication → Gets registered on the app → Sets a 6-digit PIN to secure access to the app.

Presently, the Aadhaar app offers various services like - Mobile Number Update, Address Update, Biometric lock/unlock, Selective Sharing of Aadhaar Verifiable Credential, check Authentication History, download e-Aadhaar, share Contact Card, Track my request, etc.

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Published on:08 May 2026

Last Updated:29 Jun 2026

Owner:Media