What is APAAR ID Card? Check Its Full Form, Registration, Benefits and How to Use

The APAAR ID system, introduced under NEP 2020, aims to provide students with a unique digital identity to track academic progress, co-curricular achievements, and improve record-keeping. It integrates with Aadhaar and DigiLocker, enhancing security, accessibility, and transparency across educational stages.

APAAR ID

The APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) was introduced by the Government of India under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This initiative has been undertaken to provide a unique ID to students across the country, which will help in better tracking academic achievements and smooth transitions between educational institutions.

 Features of APAAR ID

Unique Identification: Every student is provided with a unique 12-digit APAAR ID, which becomes an identifier for the lifetime, from pre-primary education to higher studies.

Digital Record Keeping: The APAAR ID enables students to keep and manage their academic records digitally. It includes all academic credits, degrees, scholarships, and co-curricular achievements, and thus it becomes easy to access and transfer the record when required.

Integration with Aadhaar: The APAAR ID gets linked with the Aadhaar number of the student, making it more secure and authentic. The parent's consent is mandatory for children as well in the registration process.

DigiLocker Integration: When the APAAR ID gets generated, it is then stored in the DigiLocker account of the student which makes all the academic documents easily accessible and managed in an online manner.

Steps to Register for APAAR ID

Obtain Parental Consent: Before registration, schools must obtain consent from parents or guardians of students.

Create a DigiLocker Account:

Visit the DigiLocker website or download the DigiLocker app.

Click on "Sign Up" and enter your mobile number and Aadhaar card details.

Complete the e-KYC process by granting permission to share your Aadhaar information with the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).

Register for APAAR ID:

Log in to your DigiLocker account.

Navigate to the Academic Bank of Credits section.

Fill in your academic details, including school/university name, course, and other required information.

Submit the form to generate your APAAR ID

Log into DigiLocker: Use your credentials to log into your DigiLocker account.

Navigate to the APAAR Section: Look for the option related to APAAR ID on the dashboard.

Download Your APAAR Card:

Select the option to download or print your APAAR card.

The card will contain a unique 12-digit number that you can use for all academic transactions.

Advantages of APAAR ID

Streamlined Academic Progression: The APAAR ID streamlines the process of recognizing and transferring academic credits, making the educational experience more streamlined

Improved Transparency and Accountability: By tracking student progress through a centralized system, the APAAR ID helps reduce fraud cases and ensures that academic records are accurate and easily verifiable.

Holistic Development Tracking: It tracks formal education, but also includes co-curricular activities, hence a more comprehensive view of the student's capabilities.

The APAAR ID is a major step toward modernizing India's educational infrastructure as it provides students with a reliable digital identity that follows them through their academic careers.