DigiLocker Registration 2026 — Sign Up, Link Aadhaar & Store Documents

DigiLocker is the Government of India's official digital document wallet, used by over 27 crore citizens to store and share certificates, licences, and ID cards without carrying paper copies. If you have ever struggled to find your original marksheet or driving licence at the last minute, DigiLocker solves that problem by pulling verified copies straight from the issuing government department. This guide explains, in plain steps, how to register, link Aadhaar, fetch your documents, and avoid common mistakes in 2026.

What Is DigiLocker and Who Runs It

DigiLocker is run by the National eGovernance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It gives every citizen a free personal cloud storage space ("locker") linked to their mobile number, where government-issued documents such as Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence, vehicle RC, marksheets, and insurance policies can be fetched directly from the issuing department's database — not just uploaded as scanned files.

Documents Commonly Available on DigiLocker

Eligibility and What You Need Before Starting

• ●Any Indian citizen with a valid mobile number can create a DigiLocker account
• ●A mobile number that can receive an OTP (SMS)
• ●Aadhaar number is required to fetch government-issued documents directly, though basic sign-up is possible without it
• ●Access to the DigiLocker app (Android/iOS) or a browser at www.digilocker.gov.in

How to Register on the DigiLocker Website

1. 1Go to https://www.digilocker.gov.in and click the "Sign Up" button in the top-right corner
2. 2On the sign-up page, enter your full name, date of birth, gender, and a 6-digit PIN of your choice
3. 3Enter your mobile number and click "Continue" to receive a one-time password (OTP)
4. 4Enter the OTP received by SMS and click "Verify OTP"
5. 5Create a Username and Password for future logins, then click "Submit"
6. 6You will be asked to link your Aadhaar number — enter it and choose either "Use OTP" (sent to your Aadhaar-registered mobile) or "Use Fingerprint" via a biometric device to complete verification
7. 7Once Aadhaar verification succeeds, your DigiLocker account and personal dashboard open automatically

How to Register Using the Mobile App

1. 1Download the "DigiLocker" app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store — check that the publisher listed is "Government of India"
2. 2Open the app and tap "Sign Up"
3. 3Enter your mobile number, verify with the OTP received, then set your Username and 6-digit security PIN
4. 4Tap "Link Aadhaar" and complete OTP or biometric verification the same way as on the website
5. 5Once verified, tap the "Issued Documents" tab to see documents already fetched from linked departments

How to Fetch Aadhaar, PAN and Driving Licence Into Your Locker

1. 1Log in at https://www.digilocker.gov.in and click "Search Documents" in the top menu
2. 2Type the name of the document — for example "Driving Licence" — and select the issuer "Ministry of Road Transport & Highways"
3. 3Enter your Driving Licence Number and date of birth, then click "Get Document"
4. 4For PAN, search "PAN Verification Record", select "Income Tax Department", enter your PAN number, and click "Get Document"
5. 5For Aadhaar, click the "Aadhaar Card" tile directly on your dashboard — it fetches automatically since your account is already Aadhaar-linked
6. 6Every fetched document appears under the "Issued Documents" tab with a green verified tick

Uploading Your Own Documents

• ●Click "Uploaded Documents" on the dashboard, then "Upload Document"
• ●Select a PDF, JPG, or PNG file up to 10 MB in size
• ●Name the document and choose a document type/category so it is easy to search later
• ●Uploaded (self-uploaded) documents are private copies and do not carry the same legal-validity tick as "Issued" documents fetched from a government database

Legal Validity of DigiLocker Documents

Under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (Section 6) and the DigiLocker Rules notified by MeitY, documents fetched into DigiLocker directly from an issuing department are treated as equivalent to the original physical document. They are accepted by government offices, banks, RTOs, airports, and courts across India — you generally do not need to carry a physical printout if you can show the DigiLocker app or a signed PDF from it.

DigiLocker and Your ABHA Health ID

Under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, your ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) card can also be linked and stored in DigiLocker. Search for "ABHA Card" under Health documents on your dashboard, link your Aadhaar-based ABHA number, and download it — this lets hospitals and clinics access your consented health records digitally.

Common Problems and How to Fix Them

DigiLocker Helpline and Support

• ●Helpline number: 10505
• ●Email support: helpdesk@negd.in
• ●Online support portal: https://support.digilocker.gov.in
• ●Run by: National eGovernance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics & IT, New Delhi