What Is DigiLocker?

DigiLocker is a Government of India initiative under the Digital India programme that provides citizens with a secure, cloud-based platform to store, access, and share official documents digitally. Documents stored in DigiLocker are legally equivalent to their physical counterparts, as per the Information Technology Act, 2000.

It is available as a web portal and as a mobile app for Android and iOS.

Why Use DigiLocker?

  • Legally valid: Government departments, banks, and educational institutions accept DigiLocker documents
  • Always accessible: No need to carry physical documents — access them anywhere from your phone
  • Secure: Linked to your Aadhaar and secured with OTP-based login
  • Paperless: Reduce dependence on physical document storage
  • Free to use: No subscription fees for citizens

What Documents Can You Store on DigiLocker?

DigiLocker offers two types of documents:

1. Issued Documents (from Government Sources)

These are documents directly issued to your DigiLocker by connected government agencies. Examples include:

  • Aadhaar Card (UIDAI)
  • Driving Licence (Ministry of Road Transport)
  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (Vahan)
  • PAN Card (Income Tax Department)
  • Class 10 & 12 Marksheets (CBSE, various state boards)
  • Degree Certificates (from connected universities)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (CoWIN)

2. Uploaded Documents (Self-Uploaded)

You can also upload scanned copies of other documents you want to store for easy access (up to 1GB of storage).

How to Create a DigiLocker Account

  1. Visit digilocker.gov.in or download the DigiLocker app
  2. Click "Sign Up" and enter your mobile number
  3. Verify with the OTP sent to your mobile
  4. Set a 6-digit security PIN
  5. Link your Aadhaar number when prompted (optional but unlocks full functionality)
  6. Your account is now active and ready to use

How to Access Your Aadhaar Card on DigiLocker

  1. Log in to your DigiLocker account
  2. Go to "Issued Documents" section
  3. Under UIDAI, your Aadhaar will be listed automatically if your Aadhaar is linked
  4. Click to view, download, or share the document

Sharing Documents from DigiLocker

DigiLocker allows you to share documents directly with registered institutions — no printing required. For example, you can share your driving licence with a traffic official via the app. Shared documents include a digital signature from the issuing authority, confirming their authenticity.

Is DigiLocker Safe?

DigiLocker uses industry-standard security measures including:

  • 256-bit SSL encryption for data in transit
  • OTP and PIN-based access control
  • Aadhaar-based identity verification
  • Hosted on Indian government cloud infrastructure (MeghRaj)

Printing from DigiLocker

If you need a physical copy of a document stored in DigiLocker, simply open the document, click the download icon to save the PDF, then print it from your device. Documents downloaded from DigiLocker's issued section carry the same legal validity as the original.

Getting Started Is Worth It

DigiLocker is one of the most practical tools for Indian citizens managing multiple identity and qualification documents. Setting it up takes under five minutes and can save considerable time and hassle in everything from job applications to government service access.