Ayushman Card Correction 2026: Update Name, Age, Photo and Family Details

AYUSHMAN CARD CORRECTION GUIDE

Ayushman Card Correction 2026: Update Name, Age, Photo and Family Details

Incorrect details on an Ayushman Card or beneficiary record may cause problems during eKYC, card download or hospital verification. The correct solution depends on whether the error exists in Aadhaar, the PM-JAY beneficiary database, the family record or the card created after eKYC.

Last Updated: July 20, 2026

Quick Answer

To correct Ayushman Card information, first compare the beneficiary record with the beneficiary’s Aadhaar and other valid documents. If Aadhaar itself is incorrect, update Aadhaar through the appropriate UIDAI process before repeating Aadhaar-based eKYC.

If the official beneficiary portal or Ayushman App displays a Redo eKYC, correction or member-related option, follow that workflow. When no self-service option is available, visit an authorised Common Service Centre, Ayushman help desk or State Health Agency assistance centre.

Which Ayushman Card Details May Need Correction?

A beneficiary may notice incorrect or outdated information when searching the household record, completing eKYC, downloading the card or visiting an empanelled hospital.

Common correction requests include:

Name Correction

Incorrect spelling, missing surname, initials or a different name format.

Age or Date of Birth

Incorrect year, age, date of birth or senior-citizen age information.

Gender Correction

Incorrect gender information in the beneficiary or identity record.

Photograph Correction

Blurred, incorrect, old or mismatched beneficiary photograph.

Family Relationship

Incorrect relationship, missing member or wrong household association.

Mobile or Address Details

Outdated mobile or residential information where an update is supported.

Not every field can necessarily be changed directly by a beneficiary. Correction options depend on the source database, selected state scheme and official workflow available for the record.

First Find Which Record Is Incorrect

Before requesting a correction, determine whether the incorrect information comes from Aadhaar, the PM-JAY beneficiary record, a state family database or the eKYC information submitted during card creation.

Situation Possible Source of Error Recommended First Step
Aadhaar and Ayushman Card both show the same incorrect name Aadhaar or another source identity record Correct the Aadhaar or source identity record first
Aadhaar is correct but beneficiary record is wrong PM-JAY or state beneficiary database Use an official correction or authorised assistance process
Beneficiary record is correct but card photo is wrong Photograph or eKYC submission Check whether Redo eKYC is available
Wrong family member was selected during eKYC Beneficiary-selection error Stop using the incorrect card and select the correct member
Family member is completely missing Household or family database Check whether an authorised member-addition workflow applies
Old address or mobile is shown Identity, household or submitted eKYC data Check the official source record and available update options
Do not repeatedly submit different information without identifying the source of the mismatch. Conflicting submissions may delay verification.

Documents Required for Ayushman Card Correction

The required documents depend on the information being corrected and the verification method used by the selected state or scheme.

Correction Type Possible Supporting Documents
Name correction Correct Aadhaar card, government photo identity document, marriage document or another officially accepted record
Date-of-birth or age correction Aadhaar, birth certificate, school record or another accepted age document
Gender correction Correct Aadhaar or another officially accepted identity record
Photograph correction Live photograph, face authentication or operator-assisted photo capture
Family relationship correction Ration card, Family ID, birth certificate, marriage certificate or another accepted relationship record
Newborn addition Birth certificate, hospital birth record and eligible family information
Address correction Correct source identity or state-approved residence record where requested
Mobile update Active mobile number and authentication required by the official workflow

How to Check for an Online Ayushman Card Correction Option

A direct self-service correction button may not be available for every field or beneficiary. Follow the options displayed by the official beneficiary portal or Ayushman App.

  1. Open the official PM-JAY beneficiary portal at beneficiary.nha.gov.in.
  2. Select the beneficiary login option.
  3. Enter an active mobile number.
  4. Complete the captcha and login OTP verification.
  5. Select the beneficiary’s state.
  6. Select the applicable PM-JAY or state health scheme.
  7. Search for the household using an available identifier.
  8. Open the correct family record.
  9. Select the beneficiary whose details are incorrect.
  10. Review the displayed demographic and card information.
  11. Check whether the system displays Redo eKYC, correction, member update or another relevant action.
  12. Follow only the workflow displayed for the selected beneficiary.
  13. Complete the required authentication.
  14. Submit valid information and supporting documents when requested.
  15. Save any acknowledgement or reference information.
  16. Check the updated eKYC or card status later.
Do not enter Aadhaar details, OTPs or documents on an unofficial website claiming to provide instant Ayushman Card correction.

How to Correct Details Through Redo eKYC

The official beneficiary system may display a Redo eKYC option for supported records. This can allow the beneficiary to repeat identity authentication or resubmit certain verification information.

Redo eKYC may be useful when:

  • An earlier eKYC attempt failed
  • The card photograph is unclear or incorrect
  • Authentication was incomplete
  • The beneficiary record displays a Redo eKYC option
  • An authorised operator requests repeated verification

General Redo eKYC process

  1. Log in to the official beneficiary portal or Ayushman App.
  2. Select the correct state and scheme.
  3. Search for the beneficiary household.
  4. Select the correct family member.
  5. Check whether Redo eKYC is displayed.
  6. Select the available option.
  7. Choose an approved authentication method.
  8. Complete OTP, face or operator-assisted verification.
  9. Capture a clear photograph when requested.
  10. Review the information before submission.
  11. Submit the repeated eKYC request.
  12. Check the updated status.
Redo eKYC should not be used to replace one person with another. Select the correct beneficiary before completing identity authentication.

How to Correct the Name on an Ayushman Card

Name differences may occur because of spelling variations, initials, marriage-related changes, transliteration or an older household record.

Step 1: Compare all records

Compare the name shown on:

  • Aadhaar card
  • PM-JAY beneficiary record
  • Ration card or Family ID
  • Downloaded Ayushman Card
  • Another relevant government identity document

Step 2: Correct the source record

If Aadhaar contains the incorrect name and Aadhaar authentication is being used, complete the appropriate Aadhaar correction before repeating eKYC.

If Aadhaar is correct but the beneficiary record is incorrect, use the official PM-JAY or state-authorised correction process.

Step 3: Complete verification again

After the source information has been corrected, check whether Redo eKYC or another verification option is available.

Small spelling differences can still cause authentication or hospital verification problems. Avoid using an altered image or unofficial edited copy of the card.

How to Correct Age or Date of Birth

Correct age information is especially important for senior citizens applying under an age-based beneficiary category.

Keep a valid age record such as:

  • Aadhaar card with the correct date or year of birth
  • Birth certificate
  • Official school record where accepted
  • Another government age document accepted by the workflow

General process

  1. Compare Aadhaar with the PM-JAY beneficiary record.
  2. Identify which record has the incorrect age.
  3. Correct the source identity record when necessary.
  4. Keep the updated age document ready.
  5. Open the beneficiary record again.
  6. Use the correction or Redo eKYC option if available.
  7. Visit an authorised centre if online correction is unavailable.
  8. Check the updated status before downloading the card again.

How to Correct Gender Information

A gender mismatch between the beneficiary record and identity document may interrupt eKYC or create problems during hospital verification.

  1. Check the gender shown in the Aadhaar record.
  2. Check the gender shown in the beneficiary system.
  3. Identify which record needs correction.
  4. Complete the appropriate source-record correction.
  5. Open the official beneficiary system again.
  6. Use Redo eKYC or an available correction workflow.
  7. Complete identity authentication.
  8. Review the updated card before use.
Do not submit another family member’s Aadhaar or identity information to resolve a gender mismatch.

How to Correct the Ayushman Card Photograph

A photograph may need to be corrected when it is blurred, belongs to the wrong member, is not clearly visible or does not match the selected beneficiary.

Tips before capturing a new photograph

  • Select the correct beneficiary member
  • Use sufficient lighting
  • Clean the phone or device camera
  • Keep the full face visible
  • Remove a mask or object covering the face
  • Use a stable internet connection
  • Follow the official app’s camera instructions

If Redo eKYC is available, repeat verification for the correct beneficiary and capture a clear photograph. Otherwise, request assistance from an authorised operator.

Never use another person’s photograph or attempt face authentication for a beneficiary who is not physically present.

How to Update a Mobile Number

Different mobile numbers may be connected with different parts of the process. An active number may be used for portal login, while Aadhaar OTP authentication requires access to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar.

Portal Login Number

The number used to receive the beneficiary-portal or app login OTP.

Aadhaar-Linked Number

The number used for Aadhaar OTP when that authentication method is selected.

If the Aadhaar-linked mobile number is outdated, follow the applicable UIDAI update process. If another contact number in the PM-JAY record is incorrect, use the update option displayed by the official system or seek authorised assistance.

Changing a portal login number does not necessarily change the mobile number registered with Aadhaar.

How to Correct Address Information

Address data may come from Aadhaar, a state family database, ration-card information or another beneficiary source.

  1. Check which address is shown in the beneficiary record.
  2. Compare it with Aadhaar and state family documents.
  3. Identify the source of the outdated address.
  4. Correct the source document where necessary.
  5. Check whether the beneficiary system displays an update option.
  6. Use an authorised centre when self-service correction is unavailable.
  7. Complete identity verification again if instructed.
Moving to another address does not automatically cancel PM-JAY eligibility, but the beneficiary should keep identity and household information accurate for verification.

How to Correct Family or Relationship Details

Family-record problems may include a missing member, wrong relationship, duplicate member, marriage-related change or a newborn not yet included.

Possible supporting documents include:

  • Ration card or official Family ID
  • Birth certificate
  • Hospital birth record for a newborn
  • Marriage certificate
  • Adoption document
  • Aadhaar cards of relevant family members
  • Another state-approved relationship document

Family-member addition and correction rules depend on the selected scheme. An existing eligible household member may need to authenticate the request.

Do not create a false family relationship or submit altered documents. Incorrect information may result in rejection, cancellation or further action.

How to Correct Ayushman Card Details Offline

When the required correction cannot be completed through a beneficiary self-service option, visit an authorised assistance point.

Depending on local availability, help may be available at:

  • An Ayushman help desk at an empanelled hospital
  • An authorised Common Service Centre
  • A State Health Agency assistance centre
  • An authorised beneficiary-verification camp
  • Another officially designated service location

General offline correction process

  1. Carry the original identity and supporting documents.
  2. Ask the operator to search for the correct household.
  3. Confirm that the correct beneficiary has been selected.
  4. Explain exactly which information is incorrect.
  5. Show the valid document containing the correct information.
  6. Complete biometric, face or OTP authentication when required.
  7. Review the information before submission.
  8. Collect any acknowledgement or reference number.
  9. Check the correction or eKYC status later.
  10. Download the updated card after approval.
Show original documents when authorised verification requires them, but collect all originals before leaving the centre.

How to Check Ayushman Card Correction Status

After submitting corrected information or Redo eKYC, check the beneficiary record to see whether the request is approved, pending or rejected.

  1. Log in to the official beneficiary portal or Ayushman App.
  2. Select the correct state and scheme.
  3. Search for the household record.
  4. Select the corrected beneficiary.
  5. Review the eKYC and card status.
  6. Check whether the corrected information is visible.
  7. Complete any remaining action displayed.
  8. Download the updated card after approval.

Check Status

Follow the Ayushman Card status check guide .

Download Updated Card

Follow the Ayushman Card download guide .

Common Ayushman Card Correction Problems

1. No correction button is displayed

Direct beneficiary correction may not be supported for that field or record. Check for Redo eKYC or visit an authorised assistance centre.

2. Aadhaar and beneficiary names do not match

Identify which record is incorrect. Correct the source record before repeating eKYC.

3. Redo eKYC is unavailable

The option may not be supported for that beneficiary or stage. Contact an authorised operator for the applicable workflow.

4. Photograph remains unchanged

Check whether the new eKYC was approved and whether an updated card has been generated.

5. Correction request remains pending

The request may require operator, state or database verification. Check the status later and keep the acknowledgement details.

6. Corrected information was rejected

Review the rejection reason and confirm that the supporting document is valid, readable and consistent with the beneficiary.

7. Wrong family member was corrected

Stop using the incorrect card and contact an authorised centre. Do not complete authentication using another member’s identity.

8. Old card still appears after correction

Check whether a new card has been generated. Log in again and download the latest approved version.

9. Name is not found after correction

Verify the state, scheme and search method. Search using another household identifier or family member.

Ayushman Card Correction Safety Precautions

  • Do not share an OTP with an unknown caller
  • Do not upload documents to an unofficial correction website
  • Do not pay an agent for guaranteed approval
  • Do not submit altered Aadhaar or family documents
  • Do not use another person’s photograph or fingerprint
  • Do not provide a false family relationship
  • Do not share an ATM PIN, UPI PIN, CVV or banking password
  • Do not leave original documents with an unknown operator
  • Do not use an unofficial edited card at a hospital
Ayushman Card correction does not require your ATM PIN, UPI PIN, debit-card CVV or internet-banking password.

Use only the official beneficiary portal, official Ayushman App or an authorised assistance centre. Never edit a card image manually to make incorrect details appear correct.

Ayushman Card Correction Helpline

Beneficiaries who need official assistance may contact the national PM-JAY toll-free helpline.

14555

Keep the following information ready:

  • Beneficiary name
  • State and district
  • Active mobile number
  • Family ID or PM-JAY ID, if available
  • Incorrect information currently displayed
  • Correct information supported by a valid document
  • eKYC or correction status
  • Acknowledgement or complaint number, if available

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I correct an Ayushman Card online?

The official system may provide Redo eKYC or another correction option for supported records. Direct self-service editing is not available for every field or beneficiary.

How can I correct my name?

Compare Aadhaar with the beneficiary record. Correct the source record containing the error and use the official correction or Redo eKYC process.

Can I correct the date of birth?

Use a valid age document and follow the source-record or authorised beneficiary-correction process.

Can I change the photograph?

A supported Redo eKYC or operator-assisted workflow may allow a new photograph or face verification for the correct beneficiary.

What should I do if Aadhaar is incorrect?

Correct Aadhaar through the applicable UIDAI process before repeating Aadhaar-based identity verification.

What should I do if Aadhaar is correct but the card is wrong?

Use an official PM-JAY or state-authorised correction process and keep the correct Aadhaar record ready as supporting identity information.

Can I update my mobile number?

The available method depends on whether the number is used for portal login, Aadhaar OTP or beneficiary contact information.

Can I update the address?

Address correction depends on the source database and options supported by the selected state or scheme.

Can I add a missing family member?

A supported family-member addition process may be available in eligible situations such as birth, marriage or another approved relationship update.

How long does correction take?

Processing time can differ by correction type, beneficiary record and state. There is no single guaranteed period for every request.

Why is the correction status pending?

The request may require document, identity, operator or state-level verification.

Can I edit the downloaded PDF myself?

No. Manually editing a card does not correct the official beneficiary record and may create verification problems.

Do I need to download the card again after correction?

Yes. After the correction is approved and an updated card is generated, download the latest official version.

Where can I get offline correction help?

Assistance may be available at an authorised Common Service Centre, Ayushman help desk or State Health Agency assistance centre.

Final Words

Ayushman Card correction begins with identifying which official record contains the incorrect information. Compare the beneficiary record with Aadhaar, Family ID, ration card and other valid supporting documents.

When the official portal or Ayushman App displays Redo eKYC or another supported correction action, follow that workflow for the correct beneficiary. If no self-service option is available, obtain assistance from an authorised centre.

After approval, download the updated Ayushman Card and verify all details. Never manually edit the card, submit false documents or share confidential OTPs and banking credentials.

Disclaimer

Wikisia is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the National Health Authority, AB PM-JAY, the Government of India, UIDAI or any State Health Agency.

Correction options, source databases, eKYC methods, state schemes, supporting documents and portal features may change. The information on this page is provided for general educational purposes.

Always follow the instructions displayed by the official beneficiary portal, official Ayushman App, National Health Authority, UIDAI or an authorised assistance centre.

This article does not guarantee correction approval, eKYC approval, card generation, hospital admission or treatment coverage.

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