Aadhaar-PAN: DigiLocker is a digital platform created by the government that lets you securely store and access your important documents online whenever you want. It was launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) as part of the Digital India initiative, aiming to get rid of the hassle of carrying around physical documents.
DigiLocker verifies your identity through your Aadhaar number. It enables you to keep digital copies of your government documents and access them whenever necessary. These digital versions hold the same legal validity as physical copies and are accepted by railways, traffic police, and various government departments.
Benefits of DigiLocker
1. Access Documents Anytime, Anywhere: You can reach all your documents online at any time and from any location.
2. Documents Issued Directly from Government Departments: The documents in DigiLocker come straight from the relevant government departments (like the Registrar Office, Income Tax Department, CBSE, etc.).
3. Wide Range of Certificates and Documents: You can find many documents here, including educational certificates, vehicle registrations, Aadhaar, PAN cards, and more.
4. Cloud Storage Linked to Aadhaar: Your DigiLocker account includes cloud storage space that is linked to your Aadhaar (UIDAI) number.
5. Secure Online Sharing: You can share your documents safely online with any organization or individual.
6. User-Friendly and Convenient: It’s super easy to use, and you can access it instantly through the mobile app or website.
How Easy is it to Use?
The DigiLocker interface is straightforward and user-friendly. On the home page, you’ll find different categories like Central Government, State Government, Education, Banking, and Insurance, etc. Just pick a category, fill in the necessary information, and your document will be issued. All your government documents will be displayed in the Issued Documents section.