Great news for parents, UIDAI makes Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) FREE for children aged 5-17 years till September 2026.

Update your child’s Aadhaar biometrics now without any cost and secure seamless access to services.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has dropped a huge relief bomb for families across the country. The Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children’s Aadhaar – also known as Baal or Blue Aadhaar – is now completely free of cost for kids aged 5 to 17 years. This welcome change kicked in from October 1, 2025, and will last for one full year until September 30, 2026.No more worrying about the usual ₹125 fee, This move helps millions of parents keep their child’s identity accurate and active, especially for school admissions, scholarships, exams, and government benefits.

Age Group Covered: Children between 5 and 17 years (Baal Aadhaar holders).
What’s Free: Full Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU), including fresh fingerprints, iris scans, and photograph.
Two Key Updates: MBU-1 (first time at age 5) and MBU-2 (at age 15).
Duration of Free Service: October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026 (one year only).
Normal Fee After Waiver: ₹125 per biometric update (previously charged outside 5-7 and 15-17 windows; now waived for entire 5-17 range during this period).
Beneficiaries: Expected to help nearly 6 crore children nationwide.

parent-friendly move by UIDAI, If your child is between 5 and 17 years old, don’t wait – head to the nearest Aadhaar centre right away. Updating biometrics now keeps everything hassle-free and secures your child’s future benefits. It’s a small step that brings big peace of mind. Grab this free opportunity before it ends in 2026.