January 22, 2026

DigiLocker Guide Access Valid Digital Driving License, Marksheets & ABC ID

📱 24x7 Resource: DigiLocker (The Digital Wallet)

The Document Hub

Access your official documents anytime, anywhere.

  • Official Portal: digilocker.gov.in
  • Mobile App: DigiLocker (Android/iOS).
  • Key Feature: "Issued Documents" (Legally Valid).
  • New Feature: ABC ID (For Students).
  • Motto: "Your documents, anytime, anywhere."
🏛️ THE LEGAL SHIELD: Under Rule 9A of the Information Technology (Preservation and Retention of Information by Intermediaries Providing Digital Locker Facilities) Rules, 2016, a document in the "Issued" section of DigiLocker is legally equivalent to the original physical document. If a traffic police officer or an airport guard refuses to accept it, you can cite this rule.

Introduction: The End of "Original Copy"

(Why You Need This App)

For decades, Indians lived in fear of losing their "Originals." If you lost your Class 10th Marksheet or your Property Deed, getting a duplicate was a nightmare of affidavits and bribes.

DigiLocker changed that. It is not just "Cloud Storage" like Google Drive or Dropbox. It is a Gateway.

  • Google Drive: You upload a photo of your Driving License. (Legal Value: Zero. It's just a photo).
  • DigiLocker: The system fetches the data directly from the Transport Ministry's server and generates a verified digital certificate on your screen. (Legal Value: 100%. It is the original).

Today, DigiLocker has over 30 Crore users and connects to 2,000+ Issuers (Banks, Boards, RTOs). Whether you are a student needing your ABC ID for college admission, or a traveler wanting to enter the airport without a physical ID, this app is mandatory.

This "24x7 Resource Page" guides you through the app's features, explains the crucial difference between "Uploaded" and "Issued" docs, and helps you troubleshoot common "Aadhaar Mismatch" errors.

🔍 "Issued" vs. "Uploaded": Know the Difference

This is the most common mistake users make.

1. The "Uploaded Documents" Section (The Private Folder)

  • Function: You can scan your Passport, Pan Card, or Rent Agreement and upload the PDF here (up to 1GB storage).
  • Validity: None. This is for your personal backup only. A police officer will NOT accept a document from this folder because anyone can Photoshop a PDF and upload it.

2. The "Issued Documents" Section (The Gold Standard)

  • Function: You enter your Roll Number/Registration Number. DigiLocker connects to the Issuer (e.g., CBSE or RTO), verifies the data, and pulls the document into your account.
  • Validity: Full Legal Validity. It carries a verified "Green Tick" and a digital signature. This is what you show to authorities.

🎓 For Students: The ABC ID (Academic Bank of Credits)

If you are in college (or applying), you cannot ignore this. The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 mandates the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).

What is ABC ID?

It is a unique 12-digit number (like Aadhaar for Education).

  • Every time you pass a semester, your "Credits" (marks) are deposited into this ID.
  • If you drop out of College A after 1 year and join College B after 2 years, your credits are safe in the ABC ID. You don't have to repeat the 1st year.

How to Create ABC ID on DigiLocker:

  1. Search: Go to the search bar and type "ABC ID".
  2. Select: "Academic Bank of Credits" -> "ABC ID Card".
  3. Enter Details: Name, DOB, Gender, and Institution Name (Your current University).
  4. Fetch: The ID card is generated instantly.
  5. Submit: Give this number to your college registrar so they can upload your marks.

🚗 For Drivers: The Virtual RC & DL

We covered Parivahan earlier, but DigiLocker is the wallet.

  • Search Issuer: "Ministry of Road Transport and Highways".
  • Document: "Driving License" or "Registration of Vehicles".
  • Input: Enter DL No (e.g., MH01 2018 1234567).
  • Fetch: The digital card appears.
  • The "QR Code" Benefit: When a cop stops you, show the QR code on the DigiLocker app. They scan it with their device to verify validity. No internet is needed on your phone once it's downloaded.

📄 For Pensioners & Employees: PPO & UAN

  • UAN Card (EPFO): Check your Provident Fund balance and download the UAN card.
  • Pension Payment Order (PPO): Central Government pensioners can store their PPO here. This is vital because physical PPOs often get lost, stopping the pension.

🛠️ How to "Fetch" a Document (Step-by-Step)

The process is standard for all documents.

  1. Login: Use Mobile Number (linked to Aadhaar) + 6-digit Security PIN.
  2. Search: Click the "Search" tab at the bottom.
  3. Find Issuer: Type "CBSE" or "Income Tax Department".
  4. Enter ID: Enter the unique number (Roll No, PAN No).
    • Crucial: The Name on Aadhaar MUST match the Name on the Document.
    • Mismatch: If your Aadhaar says "Ramesh Kumar" and your 10th Marksheet says "Ramesh K.", the fetch will fail. (See FAQs for solution).
  5. Consent: Check the box "I provide my consent..." and click "Get Document".
  6. Done: The document moves to the "Issued" folder.

🔐 Security & Privacy: Is it Safe?

DigiLocker is hosted on MeitY's (Ministry of Electronics & IT) secure cloud servers.

  • Aadhaar Dependent: You cannot create an account without Aadhaar. This prevents fake accounts.
  • Consent Architecture: DigiLocker cannot "see" your documents unless you explicitly fetch them.
  • 256-bit Encryption: The data transfer is encrypted.
  • Nominee: You can now add a nominee to your DigiLocker, ensuring your digital legacy (property deeds, investments) is accessible to your heir after you.

✈️ DigiYatra: The Airport Connection

DigiLocker is the backbone of DigiYatra (Face Recognition Entry at Airports).

  • How it works: When you register on the DigiYatra app, it asks to "Link DigiLocker."
  • The Flow: It pulls your Aadhaar XML from DigiLocker to verify your identity. This allows you to walk through airport gates without showing an ID card.

Your digital wallet toolkit:

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. My name spelling is different in Aadhaar and Marksheet. How to fetch?

This is the biggest headache.

  • Solution 1: Update your Aadhaar to match the Marksheet.
  • Solution 2: Some issuers (like State Boards) allow a "Name Mismatch" tolerance or ask for additional verification (like DOB).
  • Solution 3: If nothing works, email support@digilocker.gov.in with proof of both documents. They sometimes manually enable the fetch.

Q2. Can I store my Health Records?

Yes. DigiLocker is integrated with ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account). You can link your vaccination certificates, doctor prescriptions, and lab reports under the "Health" tab.

Q3. Is the "Uploaded" will valid?

No. A Will or Power of Attorney uploaded as a PDF has no legal standing. Only a registered Will fetched from the e-Registrar (Land Revenue Department) in the "Issued" section is valid. Currently, only a few states (like Maharashtra) offer property document fetching.

Q4. Can I use DigiLocker without a smartphone?

Yes. You can access the web portal (digilocker.gov.in) on a computer, print the verified PDF, and use it. The printed copy with the "Verified by DigiLocker" QR code is also legally valid for many purposes (e.g., Passport Seva Kendra accepts it).

Q5. What happens if I change my mobile number?

Your DigiLocker is linked to your Aadhaar.

  • If you change your number, update it in Aadhaar first.
  • Then, login to DigiLocker -> Settings -> Update Mobile.
  • If you lost the old number and can't login, use the "Try using Aadhaar" option to recover the account using Aadhaar OTP/Bio-metric (if you have a scanner).

Bookmark this page. Your wallet can be stolen, but your DigiLocker is cloud-secured forever.