In a move aimed at easing Aadhaar access for school-going children, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a one-year waiver of all charges for Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU-1) for children aged between 7 and 15 years. The decision, which came into effect on October 1, 2025, is expected to benefit nearly 6 crore children across the country.

The waiver means parents or guardians will not have to pay the usual Rs 125 fee for biometric updates — including fingerprints, iris, and photographs — required when a child turns seven or 15 years old.

“In a pro-people measure, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived off all charges for Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1), a move that is expected to benefit around 6 crore children. The waiver of M

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