Is DigiLocker completely free or does it cost money?

Completely free. Registration, 1 GB storage, pulling documents, sharing — all free, no hidden charges. Government provides it at no cost. Premium storage plans exist (additional space) but not necessary for most people.

If I lose my phone, will my documents be lost?

No. DigiLocker is cloud-based. Your documents are stored on government servers, not on your phone. If you lose your phone: (1) Your documents are safe. (2) Login to DigiLocker on any other device using same username/password. (3) All your documents appear instantly. (4) Nothing is lost.

Can I share my DigiLocker password with someone to access my documents?

Not recommended. It's like giving your bank password. Instead, use DigiLocker's 'Share' feature: generate a shareable link or QR code for the specific document you want them to see. They view only that document without accessing your entire vault.

Are my DigiLocker documents secure from hackers?

Yes, very secure. Documents are encrypted using government-grade security. Access requires your Aadhaar-linked authentication. Even if someone gets your password, they still can't access without your Aadhaar-registered mobile OTP. Government servers have multiple security layers.

Can I delete documents from DigiLocker?

Yes, documents you uploaded manually can be deleted. Government-issued documents pulled from agencies are permanent — you cannot delete them (they're official records). You can only view them, share them, or download them, but not delete them.

I pulled my Aadhaar on DigiLocker. Now do I need to carry my physical Aadhaar card?

Legally, no. DigiLocker Aadhaar is as valid as physical. However, for practical purposes, carry physical Aadhaar for situations where you need it (like biometric at bank, UIDAI office, elderly government officials unfamiliar with digital). Digital + physical is safest approach.

Can I use DigiLocker documents for visa applications abroad?

It depends on the country and visa officer. Many countries (US, UK, Canada, Australia) increasingly accept DigiLocker documents as valid. However, some countries prefer physical or notarized copies. Check with the specific country's embassy or consulate. Most commonly, you can show DigiLocker copy to the embassy as evidence, but they may ask for a physical copy mailed. Always check official requirements.

My marksheet is not showing on DigiLocker. Can I upload a PDF?

Yes. If your marksheet isn't available in the system yet, you can upload a PDF of your physical marksheet to DigiLocker for personal backup. However, this PDF won't have the issuing agency's digital signature, so its legal validity is lower than an officially pulled document. Prefer to wait and let the issuing agency digitize it, or get a physical copy certified by your school.

Updated: March 2026

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How to Register on DigiLocker — Digital Document Vault 2026

Store all your government documents digitally in one free vault — Aadhaar, PAN, marksheets, driving license, vehicle RC. Register on DigiLocker in 2 minutes.

Cost

Free

Storage

1 GB

Users

200+ Million

Document Types

50+

📋What is DigiLocker and Why You Need It

DigiLocker is a free digital vault launched by the Government of India (Ministry of Electronics and IT) that allows you to store, access, and share government-issued documents digitally. Instead of carrying physical Aadhaar, PAN, driving license, marksheet, and vehicle registration certificate, you can access verified digital copies from your mobile phone anytime, anywhere.

All documents stored in DigiLocker are legally valid under the Information Technology Act, 2000 (Section 3A). A DigiLocker driving license, for example, is as valid as a physical one — a traffic police officer cannot ask you to carry a physical copy.

This is because DigiLocker documents are issued directly by government agencies and digitally signed for authenticity.

Over 50 types of documents can be stored: Identity (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport), Education (CBSE/ICSE/state board marksheets, university degrees), Vehicle (driving license, registration certificate, insurance policy), Finance (income tax documents, bank statements, insurance policies), Government (birth certificate, caste certificate, COVID vaccination certificate), and more.

200+ million Indians now use DigiLocker, making it one of the most successful government digital initiatives. Privacy is secured through Aadhaar-based authentication and encryption.

⚙️Understanding DigiLocker vs Paper Documents

DigiLocker DocumentDigitally signed by issuing agency (e.g., RTO, CBSE), stored on government servers, accessible from any device via login, legally valid under IT Act, can be shared via QR code or link, tamper-proof (any alteration is detected), backed up automatically

Paper DocumentPhysical copy you carry, can be lost/damaged/faded, requires verification of authenticity, difficult to share (requires photocopy), takes storage space, must be carried with you to use

DigiLocker AdvantageMore secure (biometric access), always accessible (cloud-based), shareable instantly, legally valid, no loss risk, no authentication delay (digital signature proves origin)

📝How to Register on DigiLocker — 2-Minute Process

Download DigiLocker app OR visit digilocker.gov.in

Option 1: Download from Google Play or App Store (search 'DigiLocker' by MeitY). Option 2: Visit digilocker.gov.in in your web browser. Both have same features; mobile app is more convenient.

Choose registration method

DigiLocker offers two sign-up options: (1) With Aadhaar (faster), (2) With mobile number (if no Aadhaar). Most people use Aadhaar. Click 'Sign Up' or 'Register'.

Enter Aadhaar number and verify with OTP

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Click 'Next'. OTP sent to your Aadhaar-registered mobile number (SMS). Enter the OTP in 5 minutes. System verifies your identity.

Create username and password

Set a unique username (can be your email or custom ID). Set a strong password (8+ characters, upper/lower case, number, special symbol). Confirm password. Click 'Register'. Your DigiLocker vault is now created.

Your vault is ready — 1 GB storage allocated

You now have access to your DigiLocker. You get 1 GB free storage for uploading documents. You can start 'pulling' government documents or uploading personal documents.

📥How to Pull Government Documents from Issuing Agencies

What's 'pulling' documents? Most government documents (Aadhaar, driving license, marksheets, etc.) are already digitized in government databases. Instead of uploading them yourself, DigiLocker 'pulls' them directly from the issuing agency's database.

This happens instantly and the document appears in your DigiLocker.

How to pull documents:

1. Open DigiLocker app/website. Click 'Issued Documents' or 'Pull Documents'.

2. Select the organization/agency (CBSE for marksheets, RTO for driving license, UIDAI for Aadhaar, Income Tax for PAN, etc.).

3. Enter your reference number (roll number for CBSE, license number for RTO, Aadhaar number for UIDAI, etc.).

4. Click 'Pull'.

If document is available in their database, it appears in your DigiLocker within seconds. If not available, it means the issuer hasn't digitized it yet (or you entered wrong reference).

Documents you can pull:

Identity: Aadhaar (from UIDAI), PAN (from Income Tax), Voter ID (from Election Commission), Passport (from MEA).

Education: CBSE marksheets (10th, 12th), ICSE certificates, university degrees (many state universities), NEET/JEE/GATE scorecard, state board certificates.

Vehicle: Driving license (from state RTO), vehicle registration certificate (RC), pollution certificate, auto insurance policy.

Health: COVID vaccination certificate (from CoWIN), e-prescriptions (from select hospitals).

Other: Birth certificate (some states), caste certificate (some states), COVID vaccination certificate.

📤How to Upload Personal Documents

In addition to pulled government documents, you can manually upload personal documents for safekeeping.

Steps: (1) Click 'Upload Document' or 'New' (plus icon). (2) Select document category (Personal, Education, Health, Finance, Property, etc.) or create custom. (3) Click 'Select File' → choose document from your phone/computer (PDF, JPG, PNG). (4) Add title and description. (5) Click 'Upload'. (6) Document encrypted and stored in your vault.

Documents to upload: Bank statements, insurance policies, property deeds, utility bills, contracts, medical records, correspondence, receipts, travel documents.

Storage limit: You get 1 GB free. Each document is compressed.

You can store approximately 500-1000 documents depending on file size. If you exceed 1 GB, you can't upload more (premium plans available for additional storage, but free tier is sufficient for most).

🔄How to Share DigiLocker Documents

One of DigiLocker's best features is the ability to share documents securely.

3 ways to share:

1. Generate Shareable Link: Open any document in DigiLocker → click 'Share' → 'Generate Link'. A URL is created.

Share this link via email, WhatsApp, etc. Anyone with the link can view the document without needing DigiLocker account.

You can set expiry (1 day, 7 days, 30 days, or never expire).

2. QR Code: Open document → click 'Share' → 'Generate QR Code'. A QR code is displayed.

Anyone can scan this QR code and instantly view the document. Very useful for showing documents physically (e.g., show QR code to traffic police instead of card).

3. Email/Messaging: Some apps have 'Share to' button. You can share documents directly via email, WhatsApp, etc., but the recipient gets the file — not the shareable link.

Security: Shared documents are still digitally signed and verified. Recipients can confirm the document is authentic by checking the issuing agency's seal/signature.

Sharing doesn't expose your sensitive data (Aadhaar number, etc.) — only the document itself is shared.

✅DigiLocker Documents Are Legally Valid — Key Points

Institution/Authority	Accept DigiLocker Docs?	Notes
Traffic Police	YES (must accept)	DigiLocker driving license has same legal validity as physical. If refused, officer is violating law.
Colleges & Universities	YES (for admission)	DigiLocker marksheets, degree certificates accepted for admission and enrollment.
Banks & Financial Institutions	YES (for KYC)	DigiLocker Aadhaar, PAN, passport used for account opening and KYC.
Government Offices	YES	DigiLocker documents accepted for all official purposes under IT Act Section 3A.
Employers	YES (for verification)	DigiLocker documents used for background verification, onboarding, etc.
Police Verification (for visa/job)	YES	DigiLocker documents can be verified directly — police can confirm authenticity with issuing agency.
Visa/Immigration	Varies by country	US, UK, Canada, Australia increasingly accept DigiLocker documents. Check with specific country's embassy.

❓What If My Document Is Not in DigiLocker Yet?

Scenario 1: 'CBSE marksheet not showing on DigiLocker' — CBSE has digitized marksheets from 2004 onwards. If your exam was before 2004, not available yet.

Also, ensure you use correct roll number. If still not found, contact CBSE directly — your record may need manual upload by them.

Scenario 2: 'My state's birth certificate not available' — Not all states have digitized and integrated birth certificates with DigiLocker yet. Some states are still in process.

Check back after 3-6 months, or visit your municipal corporation for physical certificate.

Scenario 3: 'Driving license shows but vehicle RC doesn't' — RTO (Regional Transport Office) may have digitized driving license but not completed vehicle RC digitization. Integration varies by state.

Contact your state RTO office.

What to do: (1) Try pulling document again (issuing agency may have updated their data). (2) Contact issuing agency (CBSE, RTO, municipal corporation) asking about digitization status. (3) Use physical document for now; keep checking DigiLocker for document to appear. (4) Upload PDF of physical document to DigiLocker for personal backup.

🔗External Links & Resources

Official DigiLocker:

DigiLocker Portal (digilocker.gov.in) — Register, pull documents, manage vault.

Download App:

Google Play Store — DigiLocker app | Apple App Store — DigiLocker app

Issuing Agencies Integration:

CBSE (marksheets) | Vahan (vehicle info) | ICAI (professional certificates)

❓Frequently Asked Questions

How to Update Aadhaar Card →How to Apply for Driving License →How to Apply for PAN Card →Link Aadhaar with PAN →

DigiLocker document availability and features depend on issuing agency integration. Not all documents from all agencies are available yet. This guide reflects the service as of March 2026. Always verify with relevant issuing agencies for latest digitization status.

Ashutosh Khulbe

Researched & verified from official sources

Updated
March 2026