APAAR ID A new digital identity for students
APAAR ID is a digital identity system launched by the Government of India which aims to store the academic records of students and their achievements on a secure and transparent platform. This system has been developed to promote digitalization in the field of education and to simplify educational processes. APAAR ID has been implemented under the concept of “One Nation One Student ID”. APAAR ID will also be available to all children like Aadhar card. Just as Aadhar card took us towards modernity, in the same way APAAR ID will also take children in the same direction.
What is Apaar ID?
The Government of India’s “One Nation, One Student ID” campaign led to the development of the innovative Apaar ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) system. Each student is given a unique 12-digit code that generates a digital record of their academic and extracurricular accomplishments.
This system was implemented in accordance with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which seeks to increase student access to and transparency in education.
Advantages of Apaar ID
Digitization of academic records
Apaar ID digitally stores all academic documents of students such as mark sheets degrees certificates and co-educational achievements This eliminates the fear of losing or destroying documents
Academic flexibility and mobility
It allows students to transfer credits between different institution Students can pursue their education in the direction of their interest and career
Helpful in admission and scholarship
Apaar ID is useful for admission in school, college and university It is also helpful in scholarship applications and skill development programs.
Consolidated and transparent process:
Apaar ID provides a centralized system for students, making it easy to track their progress.
Digital security:
Apaar ID is linked to DigiLocker making it secure and accessible.
Useful for education and employment
Apaar ID allows students to easily share certificates and records for skill development and employment opportunities
How to create Apaar ID in Bihar?
Contact in school:
Students have to visit their school and verify the information entered on the UDISE+ portal.
Parental consent
For minor students, written consent from parents is required
Aadhaar card matching
The name and other details of the student must match with the Aadhaar card.
Use of DigiLocker
After the Apaar ID is created, it is added to DigiLocker, where students can keep their documents safe
Online process:
Application can be made by visiting the Apaar ID portal.
Importance of Apaar ID
Educational Reform: It helps to better measure the progress of students and recognize their performance
National Level Recognition: Apaar ID helps students to get national level recognition.
Long Term Useful: It keeps the records of students safe from their primary education to higher education and employmenT
Conclusion
Apaar ID is a big step towards reforming and digitizing the education system in India It provides students with an opportunity to keep their education and skills organized and safe. In Bihar students can easily get it through their school or online portal This initiative will help to make not only students but the entire educational structure more effective and transparent