How to Correct Father Name in Aadhaar Card (Simple Guide)

How to correct father name in Aadhaar Card? Here’s a clear and friendly way to fix mistakes in your father’s name on Aadhaar — spelling, missing initials, or full name change.

When father’s name correction is needed

Small errors can create big problems while applying for jobs, opening bank accounts, or getting government benefits. So it’s smart to update it soon.

Quick checklist — things you need

Before going for correction, keep these:

• Valid document that shows father’s correct name
   
• Aadhaar number of the holder
   
• Registered mobile number for OTP
   
• Original documents (carry photocopies too)
   
• ₹50 update fee at Aadhaar centre
   

Step-by-step offline method

You cannot change your father's name completely online now. Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
    
2. Ask for “Aadhaar Update – Name of Father/Guardian”.
    
3. Share the correct name exactly as in the supporting document.
    
4. Biometrics will be taken.
    
5. Keep your acknowledgement receipt safe.
    

Update usually takes 5–10 days.

Here’s an example

Priya’s father’s name was printed as “Rajesh Kumar Gupta” instead of “Rajesh Kumar”. She carried her school record + PAN card showing the correct name. Aadhaar centre updated it easily because the proof matched.

Quick tip: Match spelling and order of every word.

Accepted documents for father’s name

You can take one of these:

• PAN Card of father
   
• Birth Certificate
   
• School Transfer Certificate
   
• Passport
   

Marriage certificate (for guardianship cases)