Digitize Your Documents with DigiLocker

What is DigiLocker?

DigiLocker is a flagship initiative of the Government of India under the Digital India programme. It is a free cloud-based platform that provides every Indian citizen a dedicated digital document wallet linked to their Aadhaar number.

With DigiLocker, you can:

• Access government-issued documents digitally (Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence, vehicle RC, etc.)
• Store personal documents by uploading scans and photos
• Share verified documents with banks, employers, and government agencies
• Reduce paperwork — DigiLocker documents are legally valid under the IT Act 2000

As of 2024, DigiLocker has over 25 crore registered users and provides access to documents from 2,500+ issuing organizations including CBSE, universities, transport departments, and more.

Key Features

How to Sign Up for DigiLocker

Method 1: Using the Website

1. Go to digilocker.gov.in
2. Click "Sign Up"
3. Enter your Aadhaar number
4. Verify with OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
5. Set a username and password (or use Aadhaar-based login)
6. Your DigiLocker account is created!

Method 2: Using the Mobile App

1. Download the DigiLocker app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store
2. Open the app and tap "Sign Up"
3. Enter Aadhaar number and verify with OTP
4. Set a 6-digit security PIN for the app
5. You're ready to go!

Method 3: Using UMANG App

DigiLocker is also integrated with the UMANG app. You can access your digital documents through UMANG using the same Aadhaar-based login.

How to Fetch Government Documents

The best part of DigiLocker is that you can pull your documents directly from government databases without uploading anything.

Step 1: Log In to DigiLocker

Open the app or website and log in.

Step 2: Go to "Issued Documents"

Click on the "Issued Documents" section from the dashboard.

Step 3: Search for the Document Issuer

Browse or search for the issuing organization. Popular issuers include:

• UIDAI — Aadhaar card
• Income Tax Department — PAN card
• Ministry of Road Transport — Driving licence, vehicle RC
• CBSE — Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• Universities — Degree certificates
• EPFO — UAN card and passbook
• Insurance companies — Policy documents

Step 4: Fetch the Document

• Select the document type
• Enter required details (registration number, date of birth, etc.)
• Click "Get Document"
• The document appears in your DigiLocker immediately

Step 5: View and Share

• You can view, download, or share the document
• The document has a digital signature from the issuing authority
• It is legally valid and can be presented anywhere

Documents Available on DigiLocker

Most Popular Documents

1. Aadhaar Card — Fetch using Aadhaar number + OTP
2. PAN Card — Fetch using PAN number + date of birth
3. Driving Licence — Fetch using DL number + date of birth
4. Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) — Fetch using registration number
5. Class 10 Marksheet — CBSE, state boards
6. Class 12 Marksheet — CBSE, state boards
7. Degree/Diploma Certificates — Select universities
8. Insurance Policies — LIC, health insurance
9. EPFO Documents — UAN card, passbook summary
10. COVID Vaccination Certificate — CoWIN certificate

State-Specific Documents

Many state governments have integrated their services with DigiLocker:

• Birth and Death Certificates (select states)
• Caste/Income/Domicile Certificates (select states)
• Property Documents (limited states)
• Ration Card (select states)

How to Upload Your Own Documents

For documents not available from issuers, you can upload scanned copies:

1. Go to "Uploaded Documents" section
2. Click "Upload"
3. Select the document type from the dropdown
4. Choose the file from your device (PDF, JPEG, PNG — max 10 MB)
5. Add a description and save
6. The document is stored in your DigiLocker cloud

Tip: Uploaded documents are NOT digitally signed by the government. They serve as your personal digital copies, useful for record-keeping but may not carry the same legal weight as issued documents.

Using DigiLocker for Verification

For Bank KYC

Many banks accept DigiLocker documents for eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer). Share your Aadhaar or PAN directly from DigiLocker during account opening.

For Job Applications

Share your marksheets and certificates with employers via DigiLocker's document sharing feature. The employer gets verified, tamper-proof documents.

For Government Services

When applying for government services, you can link your DigiLocker to skip document upload steps. Platforms like UMANG, Passport Seva, and various state portals support DigiLocker integration.

Security and Privacy

• All data is encrypted and stored on government servers
• Access requires Aadhaar OTP or password
• You control what you share and with whom
• Documents can be revoked after sharing
• The platform is audited and maintained by NeGD (National e-Governance Division)
• Two-factor authentication is enabled by default

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DigiLocker free?

Yes, DigiLocker is completely free for all Indian citizens. There are no charges for registration, document fetching, storage, or sharing.

Are DigiLocker documents legally valid?

Yes. Under the IT Act 2000 (Section 9), documents issued through DigiLocker are treated at par with original physical documents. Traffic police, banks, and government offices accept them.

Can I use DigiLocker without Aadhaar?

Currently, Aadhaar is required for DigiLocker registration. Your account is linked to your Aadhaar number and verified via Aadhaar OTP.

What if my mobile number linked to Aadhaar has changed?

You need to update your mobile number in Aadhaar first (visit any Aadhaar centre). Once updated, you can register or log in to DigiLocker using the new OTP.

Can I access DigiLocker from multiple devices?

Yes. You can log in from any device — mobile, tablet, or computer. Your documents are stored in the cloud and accessible from anywhere.

Is there a storage limit?

Yes, you get 1 GB of free storage for uploaded documents. Issued (fetched) documents do not count towards this limit as they are stored by the issuing authority.

Related Guides

• How to Apply for Aadhaar Card Online

• How to Apply for PAN Card Online

• How to Apply for Driving Licence

• Police Verification Certificate Guide

• Use DigiLocker