Central government has rolled out a single digital student identity system called APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry). It is a 12-digit lifelong academic ID created under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) and the National Credit Framework. This card will keep every student’s learning record safe, from school to higher education and even into professional life.
According to the official portal, more than 36.15 crore APAAR IDs have already been created, with 15,000+ institutions generating IDs and over 40 lakh academic records already mapped.
APAAR ID acts as a digital academic passport. With it, students do not need to carry or submit multiple paper documents again and again. All marksheets, report cards, degrees, certificates, skill records, and co-curricular achievements are stored in one place and can be easily shared through DigiLocker.
For minors, parental consent is needed before creating the ID. Schools are responsible for verifying student details on the UDISE+ portal and then generating the APAAR ID, which automatically gets linked to DigiLocker. Students and parents can later see and download it from there.
Highlights of APAAR Scheme
| Card Name | APAAR ID |
| Full Form | Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry |
| Scheme | One Nation One Student ID |
| Authority | Ministry of Education, Govt. of India |
| Beneficiaries | All students in India |
| Purpose | Single lifelong ID for academic journey, mobility, and clarity in student records |
| Current Status | 35 Cr+ IDs generated, 15K+ institutions onboard, 40 Lakh+ records mapped |
| Registration | By Schools via UDISE+ portal |
| Parental Consent | Required for minors |
| Access | APAAR Identity available in DigiLocker |
| Official Portal | apaar.education.gov.in |
| Apaar Brochure | Download PDF |
Benefits of APAAR
- Unified Academic Identity – A lifelong ID that stores every student’s academic and skill record in one place.
- Simple Transfers and Admissions – Students can change schools or apply for higher studies without repeating paperwork.
- Integration with ABC and DigiLocker – Credits, marksheets, and certificates are digitally linked for easy use.
- Real-time Tracking – Students and parents can monitor performance and progress anytime.
- Skill Gap Analysis – Helps in planning upskilling and reskilling based on stored data.
- No Fear of Lost Records – All data is digitally stored and secure.
Apaar ID Card Online Application Process
There is no direct online application to be done by the students of APAAR IDcreation. The process is handled by schools and here’’’s how it works:
Step 1: Student details are verified by the school on UDISE+ portal.
Step 2: If the student is a minor, the school will take parental consent.
Step 3: Identity is authenticated and APAAR ID is generated.
Step 4: ID is added to DigiLocker and students can access it there.
FAQ’s
What is APAAR ID?
APAAR means Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry. It is a 12 digit lifelong student ID started under NEP 2020. It stores all academic and skill records of a student in one place.
Why should students have APAAR ID?
APAAR ID works as a digital academic passport. It keeps all marksheets, report cards, degrees, certificates, and skills safe and easy to use for school transfers, admissions, or jobs.
Who creates APAAR ID?
Schools create APAAR IDs for students through the UDISE+ portal. Students do not need to apply directly. For minors, schools must take parental consent before ID generation.
Where can students access their APAAR?
Once generated, APAAR ID is added to DigiLocker. Students can log in and find their APAAR card in the issued documents section.
What are the main benefits of APAAR?
APAAR ID makes academic records digital and safe, removes paperwork, prevents fraud, supports easy transfers, helps in credit transfer, and keeps co-curricular achievements recorded.
How does APAAR ID connect with Academic Bank of Credits (ABC)?
APAAR is linked to the Academic Bank of Credits. Students can collect, transfer, and redeem credits across institutions through this system.
What details are needed to generate APAAR?
Student name, date of birth, gender, mobile number, Aadhaar number, mother and father’s name, and UDISE+ unique student identifier (PEN) are required for creating APAAR ID.
Can students track their progress with APAAR?
Yes, students can easily monitor their academic journey, achievements, and skill records. The system also helps in checking skill gaps for future learning.
What happens if APAAR ID creation fails?
If there is any mismatch between Aadhaar details and school records, the ID generation may fail. The school will need to correct the data and try again.
What is the official website for APAAR?
The official APAAR portal is https://apaar.education.gov.in. Students can also access related services through DigiLocker and the ABC portal at https://www.abc.gov.in.