NAD Account: How to Access Academic Records Online

The National Academic Depository (NAD) is a government initiative that stores academic awards — degrees, diplomas, certificates, and mark sheets — in digital form. If your university or board has deposited your records on NAD, you can access, download, and share them online anytime.

What is NAD?

NAD is a digital repository established by the Ministry of Education under UGC regulations. It acts as a national-level online store for all academic awards issued by institutions and boards registered with NAD. The depository is managed by authorised entities and allows:

• Students to access and share their academic records digitally
• Employers to verify academic credentials online
• Universities to deposit and manage academic awards

NAD is integrated with DigiLocker for seamless access.

Who Can Use NAD?

• Students/Alumni whose institution has deposited records on NAD
• Employers and verifiers who need to authenticate academic credentials
• Academic institutions registered with NAD for record deposit
• No restriction on year of passing — older records can also be lodged on request

Documents Required for Registration

• Aadhaar number (for identity verification)
• Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
• Email address
• Academic details (institution name, course, year of passing, roll number)

How to Register on NAD: Step-by-Step

Method 1: Via NAD Portal

1. Visit nad.gov.in
2. Click "Register" or "Student Login"
3. Select registration type — Student / Verifier / Institution
4. Enter Aadhaar number for identity verification
5. Verify via OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile
6. Fill in personal details — name, date of birth, email
7. Add academic details:
   • Select your university/board
   • Enter course name, year of passing
   • Provide roll number or registration number
8. Submit the registration
9. Your NAD account will be created and login credentials sent to your email

Method 2: Via DigiLocker

1. Log in to DigiLocker
2. Go to "Issued Documents" section
3. Search for your university or board
4. If your institution has deposited records on NAD, they will appear in DigiLocker
5. You can download or share them directly

How to Search and Access Certificates

1. Log in to your NAD account at nad.gov.in
2. Go to "My Records" or "Search Certificates"
3. You will see all academic awards deposited by your institution
4. Click on any certificate to view details
5. Download the certificate in PDF format
6. Share the certificate link with employers or other institutions for verification

University Verification Process

Employers and institutions can verify academic records through NAD:

1. Register as a Verifier on nad.gov.in
2. Enter the student's details (name, institution, year)
3. Or use the verification link shared by the student
4. NAD confirms the authenticity of the academic award
5. Verification results are displayed instantly

How to Lodge a Request for Missing Records

If your academic records are not available on NAD:

1. Log in to your NAD account
2. Go to "Lodge Request" or "Request Record"
3. Select your institution and provide academic details
4. Submit the request
5. NAD forwards the request to your institution
6. The institution verifies and deposits the record
7. You receive a notification once the record is available

Note: Processing time depends on the institution. Follow up with your university if there is a delay.

DigiLocker and NAD Integration

If your institution deposits records on NAD, they are also accessible through DigiLocker's "Issued Documents" section.

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Processing Time

Important Tips

1. Check DigiLocker first — your NAD records may already be accessible there
2. Use your exact details (name, roll number) as per your institution records to avoid mismatch
3. Contact your university if records are not deposited — request them to upload to NAD
4. NAD records are legally valid and accepted by employers and government bodies
5. Keep your Aadhaar mobile active for OTP-based login and verification

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is NAD registration mandatory?

NAD registration is not mandatory for students, but it gives you easy digital access to your academic records. Many institutions now deposit records on NAD by default.

Q2: Can I access records from any university on NAD?

Only if your university is registered with NAD and has deposited your records. Check the list of registered institutions on nad.gov.in.

Q3: What if my name is different on NAD and my certificate?

Contact your institution to correct the records. NAD displays whatever the institution has deposited.

Q4: Can employers directly verify my degree on NAD?

Yes, employers can register as verifiers on NAD and authenticate your academic records online.

Q5: Is NAD the same as ABC?

No. NAD stores completed academic awards (degrees, mark sheets). ABC (Academic Bank of Credits) stores ongoing academic credits for flexible learning.

Q6: Are old degrees (before NAD was launched) available?

Only if your institution has retrospectively uploaded them to NAD. You can lodge a request for your institution to do so.

Q7: Is NAD accepted for government job applications?

Yes, NAD records are digitally signed and legally valid. They are accepted for government job applications, higher education admissions, and visa processing.

Disclaimer: This guide is published by CitizenNest for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Government of India, UGC, or NAD. Always verify details on the official NAD portal.