The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) announced the launch of a new Aadhaar mobile application in April 2026 [1].
This transition is significant because the Aadhaar system serves as the primary digital identity infrastructure for India. By replacing the legacy mAadhaar app, the government aims to modernize how citizens access and secure their personal identification data.
The UIDAI said the new application is designed to provide tighter security and a more modern digital verification system. One of the primary goals of the update is to give users better control over their personal data [2]. This includes the introduction of selective data sharing, which allows users to decide exactly what information they disclose during verification processes [3].
Integration for families is another key feature of the new software. The updated app aims to streamline how multiple family members' identities are managed within a single interface [3]. This change is expected to reduce the friction associated with managing separate accounts for dependents, or elderly relatives.
Users can now perform critical updates online without visiting a physical center. The new system allows for the modification of mobile numbers and residential addresses directly through the app [1]. This shift toward a fully digital update process removes the need for manual appointments at enrollment centers.
The UIDAI said the older mAadhaar application will be discontinued. While a specific sunset date for the legacy app was not detailed, the agency is encouraging users to migrate to the new platform to ensure uninterrupted access to identity services [2].
The rollout follows a broader push by the Indian government to digitize public services. By centralizing identity management into a more secure and flexible app, the authority intends to reduce the risk of identity theft and unauthorized data access [2].
“The UIDAI announced the launch of a new Aadhaar mobile application in April 2026.”
The shift from mAadhaar to a new application reflects a strategic move toward 'data minimization,' where users share only the necessary fragments of their identity rather than their full profile. By enabling online address and phone updates, the UIDAI is reducing the operational burden on physical centers and lowering the barrier for citizens to keep their legal identification current.
