APAAR ID for Students: What is it and how to get this “One Nation One Student ID” online

APAAR

APAAR Card, a recently announced initiative by the government of India and the Ministry of Education especially for students, allows them to store and monitor their academic progress and accomplishments and also share them with institutions easily. In this guide, we will tell you all about the APAAR Card, the benefits it offers and how to apply for it online. Read on:

What is an APAAR ID and what benefits it offers to students?

The Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR ID) is a unique 12-digit number issued to every student in India, providing them with a lifelong academic identity. It serves as a centralised repository for their educational records, spanning from pre-primary to higher education.

Key benefits:
Digitises and centralises student academic data, removing the need for physical documents and minimising paperwork.

Facilitates smooth transitions between schools and institutions across India, streamlining the admission process.

Optimise administrative workflows for students and educational institutions, saving time and resources.

Offers valuable data for strategic planning, policy formulation, and research, contributing to better educational outcomes.

Safeguards the accuracy and integrity of academic records, fostering trust and accountability in the education system.How to apply for APAAR ID online: A step-by-step guide
To get an APAAR ID, parents are supposed to visit the school and fill up a form to apply for APAAR ID creation for their kids. However, there are some criteria that students need to meet to apply for an APAAR ID card.

Pre-requisites
Before generating an APAAR ID, the following prerequisites must be considered:

The name of the student as per student records in UDISE+ must match the name of the student as per Aadhaar
PEN or Permanent Education Number of the student is mandatory for the generation of APAAR ID

How to apply for APAAR ID
Verification: Visit the school to verify demographic details
Parental Consent: Obtain parental consent if the student is a minor
Authentication: Authenticate identity through the school
ID Creation: Upon successful verification, the APAAR ID is created

How to access APAAR ID?
According to the official website, APAAR ID gets generated and added to the student’s DigiLocker account. Students can access their DigiLocker account via the web or app to access their APAAR ID.