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Aadhaar Deactivation After Death: Why It's Crucial and How to Do It
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News18•29-09-2026, 10:37
Aadhaar Deactivation After Death: Why It's Crucial and How to Do It
- •Aadhaar is a vital identity document for various government services and financial transactions.
- •Deactivating a deceased person's Aadhaar prevents misuse, such as withdrawing money from bank accounts or availing government benefits.
- •UIDAI rules emphasize deactivation to safeguard against fraud and unauthorized use of the Aadhaar.
- •The deactivation process can be completed through the myAadhaar portal by selecting 'Update Deceased Status'.
- •Required information includes the deceased's Aadhaar number, name, and uploading their death certificate.
Key Questions Answered
Failing to deactivate an Aadhaar card after death leaves it vulnerable to fraudulent misuse, such as unauthorized withdrawal of money from bank accounts, claiming government scheme benefits, or handling pension-related work.
To deactivate an Aadhaar card, log in to the myAadhaar portal, select the 'Update Deceased Status' option, provide details like the state, name, and Aadhaar number, upload the death certificate, and submit the form.
You can verify the deactivation status by visiting the myAadhaar portal and choosing the 'Check Deceased Aadhaar Deactivation Status' option, or you can check directly at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
