The Bihar Assembly Elections are in full swing, and the voting dates (first phase on November 6 and second phase on November 11) are approaching. Voting is every citizen’s right and duty, and a Voter ID card is a crucial document for this purpose. If you can’t find your Voter ID card at home or have lost it somewhere, don’t worry. Now you can download your Voter ID card digitally on your mobile phone. Learn about this easy and secure process through DigiLocker.
Download a Digital Voter ID Card on Your Phone
In today’s digital age, most government functions are online. Just as you can download your Aadhaar, PAN card, or driving license from DigiLocker, you can now download your Voter ID card from the comfort of your home. This facility from the central government is extremely simple and secure, and your Voter ID card will be saved to your mobile or laptop within minutes.
What is DigiLocker and why is it important
DigiLocker is a digital platform launched by the Ministry of Electronics and IT, Government of India. It aims to help people keep their important documents secure, digital, and accessible at all times. With this app, you can download and store government documents like Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving license, vehicle registration certificate, educational certificate, and now the Voter ID card. This is a great step towards paperless governance.
Downloading a Voter ID card from DigiLocker
The process of downloading a Voter ID card through DigiLocker is very simple. Follow these steps:
- First, you need to visit the DigiLocker website https://www.digilocker.gov.in/ or you can download the DigiLocker mobile app.
- Click ‘Sign Up’, enter your mobile number, and click ‘Next’. An OTP will be sent to your mobile. Verify the number by entering the OTP.
- Now complete your profile by entering your name, date of birth, and Aadhaar number. This will link your account to the government database.
- After logging in, go to the ‘Issued Documents’ tab in the left menu.
- You will see a list of government departments here. Select ‘Election Commission of India’ from this list.
- The system will now ask you for some information, such as your name, father’s name, date of birth, or voter ID number. After entering the correct information, your digital voter ID card will appear on the screen.
- Click ‘Download’ or ‘Save to DigiLocker’. Your voter ID will now be saved in your DigiLocker account. You can view it at any time, download it as a PDF, or take a printout if needed.
This digital voter ID card is considered completely valid, so you will not face any inconvenience at the polling station.