Your Aadhaar card is your key to everything—from banking to government services. But what if it lacks your father’s or husband’s name, or spells it wrong? No worries! In 2026, the UIDAI has streamlined this with the Head of Family (HOF) online mode. Forget old document uploads—these are blocked due to misuse. Now, you can handle it from home in minutes, using just Aadhaar numbers and a quick UPI payment.
This guide walks you through the exact steps, straight from the official myAadhaar portal.
How to Update Father’s or Husband’s Name on Aadhaar Card: New HOF Process (2026 Guide)
What You’ll Need Before Starting
Gather these essentials to breeze through:
- A mobile phone linked to your Aadhaar (for OTPs).
- The Aadhaar number of your father or husband (the HOF).
- UPI app like Google Pay or PhonePe for the ₹50 fee.
Pro Tip: Double-check the HOF’s Aadhaar is active and linked to their mobile—they’ll need it for approval.
Key 2026 Rule Change: Why HOF Mode?
No more “Son of” (S/O) or “Wife of” (W/O) titles. UIDAI now uses “Care of” (C/O) for all guardian details. It’s official, simple, and accepted everywhere. HOF mode links your Aadhaar to theirs without extra proofs—just self-declaration.
Step-by-Step: Update via myAadhaar Portal
Follow these on your phone or laptop—no visits to Aadhaar centers needed.
Step 1: Log In to myAadhaar
- Head to myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
- Hit Login, enter your Aadhaar number + CAPTCHA.
- Select Login with OTP and verify via SMS.
Step 2: Choose Head of Family Update
- Click Address Update (yes, it’s used for guardian details too).
- Pick Head of Family (HOF) based Aadhaar Update.
- Tap Next to review your current info.
Step 3: Add HOF Details
- Enter the HOF Aadhaar number (father/husband)—their mobile auto-fills.
- Select Relation Type (e.g., Father, Husband, Guardian).
- Choose Supporting Document as Self Declaration (no ID proofs required).
Step 4: Pay and Get SRN
- Consent and proceed.
- Pay ₹50 via UPI/Net Banking.
- Note the SRN (Service Request Number)—screenshot it!
Crucial: Get HOF Approval (Don’t Skip!)
Payment isn’t the end—the HOF must approve.
- Log out, then log in with HOF’s Aadhaar + OTP.
- Go to My Head of Family (HOF) Request.
- Enter your SRN and hit Search.
- Find your request and click Accept.
Common Mistake: If HOF doesn’t approve within days, the request times out. Remind them!
Timeline and Next Steps
- Updates reflect in 10-15 days (up to 90 days max).
- Download your updated e-Aadhaar from the portal—guardian name now shows as C/O.
- Track status anytime using SRN on the UIDAI site.
This is the only document-free way in 2026. Questions? Drop them in comments!