APAAR ID (i.e. Automatic Permanent Academic Account Registration ID) will be launched by the Ministry of Education in 2023 in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Credit and Qualifications Framework (NCrF). It is a unified data repository that displays all achievements, certificates, and other academic records of enrolled students. When you apply to receive an APAAR ID, you first need to register with the Unified District Information System for Education+ (UDISE+). Once verification is complete, you will receive a 12-digit APAAR ID number that can be submitted when applying to higher education institutions.
If you’re wondering how to get an APAAR ID, what are the benefits of having an APAAR ID, and whether you are eligible for an APAAR ID, here is a detailed guide to getting an APAAR ID.
What is APAAR?
APAAR ID, also known as “One Nation, One Student ID,” allows you to access all of your degrees, certificates, and achievements through a 12-digit number. APAAR is a specialized identification system that provides the same functionality as Aadhaar. As stated earlier, it is in line with the Ministry of Education’s National Education Policy 2020.
What are the benefits of an APAAR ID?
In terms of benefits, APAAR provides greater convenience than traditional methods of maintaining academic records. For example, if you have an APAAR ID, you do not need to bring all of your certificates, transcripts, and other extracurricular records. Whenever you are required to produce these documents, you simply provide your 12-digit APAAR ID number, and higher education institutions or other authorities will be able to digitally access your records.
APAAR also increases efficiency by reducing the chance of creating duplicate academic records while minimizing fraud. The government claims APAAR also promotes student mobility, enhances academic flexibility, enables you to choose your study path, and allows you to digitally confirm and verify learning outcomes.
Additionally, since you don’t have to keep the records yourself, you don’t have to worry about losing, destroying, or accidentally destroying your academic certificates. In addition to submitting your APAAR ID at the time of university admission, you can also present the same APAAR ID during entrance exams, job applications, skills training and upskilling courses.
How to create an APAAR ID?
- To create an APAAR ID, you must visit the school to verify your demographic details.
- Well, if you are a minor, you need to get parental consent.
- You must have your identity verified by the school.
- Once the verification process is complete, your APAAR ID will be created and automatically added to your DigiLocker account for secure online access.
APAAR ID Eligibility
- You must meet the following requirements to apply for an APAAR ID:
- You must be registered in the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) as your name must be the same as the UDISE+ Unique Student Identifier and Aadhaar record.
- You also need a Permanent Education Number (PEN) to apply for an APAAR ID.
FAQ
1. Why create an APAAR ID?
APAAR ID is more convenient than traditional academic record submission methods because you do not need to physically carry documents.
2. What are the main features of APAAR ID?
APAAR ID provides each student with a unique 12-digit ID, which manages all of your academic records in one place and facilitates the transfer of your academic records between institutions.
3. Where can I access my APAAR ID?
After creating your APAAR ID, your APAAR ID will be added to your DigiLocker account for easy access.
