DigiLocker NAC Certificate: How to Download Academic Certificates Online

DigiLocker allows you to download your National Academic Certificates (NAC) — including CBSE marksheets, university degrees, and other academic documents — directly from the issuing authority. These digital certificates are legally valid and can be used for jobs, admissions, and verification.

What is NAC (National Academic Certificate)?

The National Academic Certificate is a digitally issued academic document available through DigiLocker's partnership with educational boards and universities. NAC includes:

• CBSE Class 10 and 12 marksheets and passing certificates
• University degree certificates and marksheets (participating universities)
• State board marksheets (many state boards are now on DigiLocker)
• Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) records
• Professional course certificates from participating institutions

These documents are issued electronically by the respective boards/universities and stored in DigiLocker. They carry a digital signature and are equivalent to original documents under the IT Act, 2000.

Who Can Access NAC on DigiLocker?

• Any student whose board or university is registered as an issuer on DigiLocker
• You need a DigiLocker account (free to create with Aadhaar or mobile number)
• CBSE students from 2004 onwards can access their marksheets
• University students — availability depends on whether your university has integrated with DigiLocker

How to Create a DigiLocker Account

If you don't have a DigiLocker account yet:

1. Visit www.digilocker.gov.in or download the DigiLocker app
2. Click "Sign Up"
3. Enter your mobile number and verify with OTP
4. Enter your Aadhaar number for identity verification (or use without Aadhaar with limited features)
5. Set a username and password (or use a 6-digit security PIN)
6. Your DigiLocker account is ready

How to Download NAC Certificate from DigiLocker

Step-by-Step: Pull CBSE Marksheet

1. Log in to www.digilocker.gov.in or open the DigiLocker app
2. Go to "Search Documents" or "Pull Documents" section
3. In the search bar, type "CBSE" or browse under Education category
4. Select "Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)"
5. Choose the document type:
   • Class 10 Marksheet
   • Class 10 Passing Certificate
   • Class 12 Marksheet
   • Class 12 Passing Certificate
   • Migration Certificate
6. Enter your details:
   • Roll Number
   • Year of Passing
7. Click "Get Document"
8. The certificate is fetched from CBSE and added to your Issued Documents
9. Download as PDF or share directly from DigiLocker

Step-by-Step: Pull University Certificate

1. Log in to DigiLocker
2. Go to "Search Documents"
3. Search for your university name (e.g., "Delhi University", "Anna University")
4. If your university is listed, select it
5. Choose the document type (Degree Certificate, Marksheet, etc.)
6. Enter required details — Registration Number, Year, etc.
7. Click "Get Document"
8. The document is pulled from the university's records

Note: Not all universities are on DigiLocker yet. Check the DigiLocker partner list for available issuers.

Step-by-Step: Pull State Board Marksheet

1. In DigiLocker, go to "Search Documents"
2. Search for your state board (e.g., "UP Board", "Maharashtra Board", "Kerala Board")
3. Select the board and document type
4. Enter your roll number and year of passing
5. Fetch and download the document

List of Major Issuers on DigiLocker (Academic)

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Document Not Found

• Check your roll number and year — Even a small error will prevent fetching
• Your board/university may not be on DigiLocker — Check the issuer list
• Older records — Some boards only have records from a certain year onwards (CBSE: 2004+)

"Document Already in Your Account"

• Check your "Issued Documents" section — it may already be fetched from a previous attempt

Verification Failed

• Ensure your DigiLocker profile name matches your name on the academic document
• Complete Aadhaar verification in your DigiLocker account for full access

Important Tips

1. DigiLocker documents are legally valid — They are equivalent to originals under the IT Act, 2000. Many employers and universities accept them directly
2. Check issuer availability first — Before expecting a document, verify your board/university is listed on DigiLocker
3. CBSE students: keep your roll number handy — You need it to pull marksheets. Check old admit cards if you've forgotten
4. Link Aadhaar for full features — Aadhaar-linked accounts can access more issuers and auto-fetch documents. See our Aadhaar guide
5. Use for job applications — Many government job portals and private employers accept DigiLocker documents for verification

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DigiLocker free to use?

Yes. DigiLocker is a free service by the Government of India under the Ministry of Electronics and IT. There are no charges for creating an account or downloading documents.

Are DigiLocker certificates accepted for government jobs?

Yes. DigiLocker documents are legally valid and accepted by most government departments, banks, and educational institutions. They carry digital signatures from the issuing authority.

My university is not on DigiLocker. What can I do?

If your university hasn't partnered with DigiLocker yet, you cannot pull those documents. You can write to your university requesting them to join the DigiLocker ecosystem, or check the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) at abc.gov.in.

Can I download documents from DigiLocker without Aadhaar?

You can create a DigiLocker account with just a mobile number, but some issuers require Aadhaar verification to release documents. For full access, Aadhaar linking is recommended.

How do I share my DigiLocker certificate with an employer?

Log in to DigiLocker → Go to the document → Click "Share" → Enter the recipient's email or generate a shareable link with an expiry date. The recipient can verify the document's authenticity via the DigiLocker verification page.

What is the difference between "Uploaded Documents" and "Issued Documents"?

Issued Documents are pulled directly from the issuing authority (like CBSE) and carry their digital signature — these are equivalent to originals. Uploaded Documents are scanned copies you upload yourself — these are self-attested and may not be accepted everywhere.

Can I access DigiLocker from multiple devices?

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

Disclaimer: This guide is published by CitizenNest for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Government of India or DigiLocker. For official information, visit www.digilocker.gov.in. Document availability depends on the respective issuing authority.