Aadhaar PVC Card Fee Hikes by Rs 25; New Rate Rs 75 from Jan 2026

• UIDAI increases Aadhaar PVC card fee by Rs 25, now Rs 75, effective January 1, 2026.
• The fee hike is attributed to increased costs for material, printing, and secure delivery.
• Aadhaar PVC card is a durable, ATM-like plastic card with enhanced security features like QR code, hologram, and ghost image.
• Apply online via the official UIDAI website or offline at your nearest Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
• UIDAI warns against privately made PVC cards, stating only official ones are valid.

Why It Matters: Getting an Aadhaar PVC card now costs Rs 75, a Rs 25 increase, effective January 1, 2026.