How to Add Wife's Name in Jan Aadhaar: Process After Marriage (2026)
After marriage the bride's name should come in her husband's Jan Aadhaar so that the family can use scheme benefits together. There are two cases: if she is not in any Jan Aadhaar she is added as a new member, and if she is in her parents' Jan Aadhaar she is transferred to her husband's family. The marital status and spouse's name are also updated. This guide explains both routes step by step.
Key Points
- Adding a new member is free. Marital status and spouse's name can be changed 2 times, the first free and later ones Rs 15 each (as reported for 2026).
- A wife should be in one Jan Aadhaar family only. If she is already in her parents' record, transfer her instead of adding her again.
- Her Aadhaar is needed and her e-KYC must be completed.
- The change is made after Aadhaar authentication by the head or an adult member of the husband's family.
- Every change goes through two-level verification.
- Menu names can differ slightly, so follow the options shown on the portal.
Which Case Applies to You?
| Situation | What to do |
|---|---|
| Wife is not in any Jan Aadhaar | Add her as a new member in her husband's Jan Aadhaar, with the relationship as wife |
| Wife is in her parents' Jan Aadhaar | Transfer her from the parents' family to her husband's family |
| Wife is already in the record but marital status or spouse's name is old | Update the marital status and spouse's name in the member details |
| Husband and wife both need separate Jan Aadhaar after marriage | Use split as explained in our guide on member transfer and split |
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card of the wife (and Aadhaar of the head or an adult member for OTP).
- Aadhaar-linked mobile number for the OTP.
- Jan Aadhaar number of the husband's family. For a transfer, also the Jan Aadhaar number of her parents' family.
- Marriage proof such as a marriage certificate, if the portal or the verifying officer asks for it.
- Bank account details of the head of the family (already in the record).
Case 1: Add Wife as a New Member
- Open sso.rajasthan.gov.in, log in with your SSO ID and open the Jan Aadhaar app.
- Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and complete Aadhaar OTP authentication.
- Choose the update option and select Add Member.
- Enter the wife's Aadhaar number and choose the relationship as wife / spouse.
- Fill in her details and upload the documents.
- Complete the e-Sign with the Aadhaar OTP.
- After verification do her e-KYC and update the marital status and spouse's name of both partners.
Case 2: Transfer Wife from Her Parents' Jan Aadhaar
- Keep the Jan Aadhaar numbers of both the parents' family and the husband's family ready.
- In the Jan Aadhaar app on your SSO ID choose the option to transfer a member to another Jan Aadhaar family.
- Select the wife and the family she is moving to, and complete Aadhaar authentication.
- Upload the supporting documents (marriage proof if asked) and complete the e-Sign.
- The request goes for two-level verification. After approval she appears in her husband's Jan Aadhaar.
- Complete her e-KYC if it is pending and update the marital status and spouse's name.
Fee and Limit (from 1 June 2026)
| Change | Limit | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Marital status, spouse's name, parents' names | 2 times | First free, then Rs 15 each |
| Adding a member | Once | Free |
| Transfer of a member, split, change of head | 5 times | First free, then Rs 25 each |
- These are as reported from Circular-10 dated 7 May 2026 for updates through your own SSO ID. At e-Mitra the prescribed e-Mitra fee applies. Confirm on the official portal.
Common Problems and Solutions
- Wife's Aadhaar already in another family: Use the transfer option.
- Name differs from Aadhaar after marriage: Correct the name in Aadhaar with UIDAI first, then do the e-KYC.
- OTP not coming: Her Aadhaar mobile is not working or linked. Update it or use an e-Mitra centre.
- Cannot edit: e-KYC of the head or a member is pending. Complete it first.
- Request stuck: Check the status. Pending at citizen means the e-Sign is not done.
Important Points
- Rules, fees and menu names can change. Confirm on the official portal.
- Do not pay agents. Only the prescribed e-Mitra charge applies at a centre.
- Helpline: toll free 181 or the Jan Aadhaar helpdesk 0141-2850287 and 0141-2923377 (10 AM to 6 PM). Emitrawala.com is not a government website.
Need Help?
If you need help with adding or transferring the wife's name in Jan Aadhaar, contact Emitrawala.com. Our team will be happy to help you.
Contact on WhatsApp Call: +91 94606 26065Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I add my wife's name in Jan Aadhaar?
If she is not in any Jan Aadhaar, add her as a new member with the relationship as wife. If she is in her parents' record, transfer her to your family.
Is it free?
Adding a member is free. The marital status and spouse's name update is free the first time and carries a fee later, as reported.
Which documents are needed?
Her Aadhaar, an Aadhaar-linked mobile for OTP and, if asked, marriage proof.
Can one person be in two Jan Aadhaar families?
No. A person should be in one family only, so use transfer when she is already in another.
Where can I do it?
On your SSO ID in the Jan Aadhaar app, or at an e-Mitra centre.
Note: This information is based on the Rajasthan Jan Aadhaar Authority portal and public sources. Rules, fees and screens can change, so please confirm on janaadhaar.rajasthan.gov.in before you proceed.
