APAAR ID: A Digital Identity Revolution for Indian Students

• The Government of India has launched an important initiative called APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry). This digital ID is part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and aims to create a lifelong, unique education ID for every student in India. In this blog, we will explain what APAAR ID is, its benefits, and how it will help students, teachers, and education institutions.

What is APAAR ID?

• APAAR ID is a 12-digit unique ID that will store all academic information of a student. It is also known as “One Nation One Student ID.” This ID will be linked with the student’s DigiLocker account and Aadhaar number to create a secure and verified education profile.
• It will contain:
• Student’s personal details
• Enrolment history
• Exam results
• Co-curricular achievements
• Skill certifications
• Scholarships and awards

Top Benefits of APAAR ID

1. Lifelong Academic Record
   • All achievements and records from school to college will be saved in one place.
   • Easy to access and share academic history with colleges, universities, and employers.
2. Verified and Authentic Data
   • As the records are stored in DigiLocker and verified by institutions, chances of fraud or fake certificates reduce.
3. Ease of Admission and Migration
   • Students can share their APAAR ID with any institution for quick verification and admission.
   • Smooth migration if a student changes school, board, or state.
4. Tracking Skill Development
   • Skill-based certifications from PMKVY, Skill India, and other platforms will be linked.
   • Helps students build a complete profile beyond academics.
5. Better Career Planning
   • Students can track their progress in academics and skills.
   • Helps identify areas of interest and make informed career choices.
6. Support for Teachers and Schools
   • Teachers can better understand each student’s learning journey.
   • Schools can maintain digital records, track dropouts, and plan better interventions.
7. National Database for Policy Planning
   • Government can use anonymous data to improve education policies, monitor literacy, and plan schemes.

How to Create APAAR ID

1. Visit the official website or school portal.
2. Enter Aadhaar-linked details and mobile number.
3. Verify using OTP.
4. Link with DigiLocker.
5. APAAR ID is generated.

• Note: Parental consent is required for minors.

Is APAAR ID Mandatory?

• The government has encouraged all schools and students to register for APAAR ID. While it is not legally mandatory yet, most educational boards and institutions are promoting its use to streamline processes.
• APAAR ID is a powerful step towards digital education reform in India. It offers transparency, convenience, and empowerment to students across the country. With APAAR ID, a student’s entire academic journey is documented securely and can be used for future growth.
• As India moves towards a digital-first education system, APAAR ID will be a key tool to make learning more personalised, skill-based, and inclusive.