DigiLocker is a digital document wallet that lets you access, store and share documents online. It can be useful for academic records, identity documents and other services that accept digitally issued documents.
To create a DigiLocker account, open the official website or app, choose the account creation option, enter your mobile number or another available identity option, verify the OTP and set a six-digit security PIN. Aadhaar linking may be requested for Aadhaar-based services or access to certain issued documents.
Why Is a DigiLocker Account Useful?
A DigiLocker account is not compulsory for every IGNOU learner. It becomes useful when you need quick access to verified digital documents or a service asks you to use DigiLocker.
Access documents online
You can open available issued documents from a phone or computer without carrying every physical copy.
Use verified records
Documents fetched directly from a registered issuer are easier to verify than ordinary uploaded scans.
Share documents easily
Available documents can be downloaded or shared when required for education, employment or another service.
What You Need Before Creating the Account
- An active Indian mobile number that can receive an OTP
- Your correct name and date of birth
- A six-digit security PIN that you can remember
- Aadhaar details when you choose an Aadhaar-based option or need related services
Open the Official DigiLocker Website
Use only the official website or official mobile application. Do not enter an OTP or security PIN on an unofficial page.
How to Create a DigiLocker Account
Open DigiLocker
Visit the official DigiLocker website or open its official mobile application.
Choose the account creation option
Select “Sign Up”, “Register” or the similar account creation option shown on the screen.
Enter your mobile number
Use an active mobile number that you can access. DigiLocker may also show Aadhaar or another identity option.
Verify the OTP
Enter the one-time password received on your mobile. Request a new OTP when the previous one has expired.
Complete the required details
Enter the personal details requested on the screen and check the spelling before continuing.
Set the security PIN
Create a six-digit PIN and keep it private. You will use it with the available verification method when signing in.
The DigiLocker screen may change over time. Follow the labels shown on the official website instead of depending on an old screenshot.
What to Do After Creating the Account
- Sign in and check that your name and mobile number are correct.
- Open the issued-documents section and search for the required issuer or document.
- Link Aadhaar only through the official DigiLocker process when the service requires it.
- Keep your OTP and security PIN private.
- Download or share a document only after confirming that it belongs to you.
Common Problems
OTP not received
Wait briefly, check the mobile number and use the resend option. An expired OTP will not work.
Forgot security PIN
Use the “Forgot Security PIN” option on the official sign-in page and complete the requested verification.
Aadhaar mobile mismatch
Aadhaar-based verification requires access to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DigiLocker compulsory for IGNOU students?
No. Use it when IGNOU or another service specifically asks for DigiLocker, or when you need an available digital document or related academic service.
Can I create a DigiLocker account with a mobile number?
Yes. The account creation process can begin with a mobile number. DigiLocker may also provide Aadhaar or another identity-based option.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for DigiLocker?
Aadhaar is not always required to start a basic account. It may be needed for Aadhaar-based verification and access to certain issued documents or services.
What should I do when the OTP expires?
Use the resend option and enter the new OTP. Do not continue using an older code after its validity has ended.
Are uploaded and issued documents the same?
No. An issued document is fetched from a registered issuer, while an uploaded document is a file added by the user.
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