DigiLocker - How to Sign Up and Check Aadhaar, Driving Licence Online?

Keeping important documents safe is essential, but carrying or searching for physical copies can be a hassle. DigiLocker offers a simple solution by letting you store and access important documents digitally from one place.

Created under the Digital India initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), DigiLocker works like a digital document wallet.

What Is DigiLocker?

DigiLocker lets users access documents issued by government departments and other integrated organisations. It also allows users to upload their own files.

There are two main categories:

• Issued Documents: Digitally issued by authorised departments or institutions.
• Uploaded Documents: Files that you upload manually.

Issued documents are particularly useful when you need an authentic digital copy for official purposes.

How To Create A DigiLocker Account

Setting up a DigiLocker account takes only a few steps:

1. Visit the official DigiLocker website.
2. Select 'Sign Up' or 'Register'.
3. Enter your mobile number and required details.
4. Verify your number using the OTP.
5. Set a security PIN.
6. Link your Aadhaar to access available issued documents.

Once registration is complete, you can log in and access your documents.

How To Get Your Marksheet On DigiLocker

If your board or university is connected to DigiLocker, you can retrieve your marksheets and certificates digitally.

Log in and go to the 'Documents' section. Select 'Education' and search for your board or institution. Choose the required marksheet, enter details such as your roll number and examination year, and submit the request.

Once retrieved, the document will appear under 'Issued Documents'. If it is unavailable, your institution may not yet be integrated with DigiLocker.

How To Access Aadhaar

If your DigiLocker account is linked to Aadhaar, you can access your digital Aadhaar through the 'Issued Documents' section.

Select 'Digital Aadhaar' and choose 'View Document'. The document is issued by UIDAI and can be accessed digitally whenever required.

Which Documents Can You Find?

The documents available depend on the departments and institutions integrated with DigiLocker. These may include:

• Aadhaar
• Educational certificates and marksheets
• Driving licence
• Registration Certificate (RC)
• Identity documents
• Various government service documents

The list continues to expand as more organisations join the platform.

How To Download Or Share Documents

To download an issued document, open it from the 'Issued Documents' section and select the download option.

You can also share issued documents digitally. Select the document, tap 'Share' and choose the available sharing method to send it to the required person or organisation.

Why Use DigiLocker?

DigiLocker can make document management easier by:

• Reducing the need for physical copies
• Providing access from anywhere
• Making digital sharing simple
• Offering documents issued by authorised organisations
• Supporting paperless processes

However, remember that an 'Issued Document' and a file you upload yourself are not the same. Also, never share your OTP or DigiLocker security PIN with anyone.

With important documents increasingly moving online, DigiLocker can be a convenient way to keep essential records accessible whenever you need them.