Documents Required for ABC ID Creation for Admission

Documents Required for ABC ID Creation for University Admission

To create an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID for college or university admission, you only need your Aadhaar card, the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar for OTP verification, your basic educational details from your Class 10 or 12 marksheet, and the name of your admitted college or university. If you already have an admission roll number or registration number, keep that ready as well. Once you enter these details on the DigiLocker portal or the ABC website, your 12-digit ABC ID is generated instantly.

Here is the exact checklist of items you need before you start the registration process:

• Aadhaar Number or Virtual ID (VID): This is used to verify your identity through DigiLocker.
• Aadhaar-Linked Active Mobile Number: You will receive a one-time password (OTP) on this mobile number. Make sure the phone is switched on and able to receive SMS messages.
• Class 10 or Class 12 Marksheet: You need this document to enter your full name, date of birth, and father's or mother's name exactly as shown in school records.
• Institution Type and Institution Name: You must know whether you are registering under a university, college, autonomous college, or skill board.
• Student Identity Value: Depending on your admission status, you need one of these details: your Roll Number, Registration Number, Enrolment Number, Admission Form Number, or simply select "New Admission" if you have just applied.
• Active Email Address: This is helpful for your DigiLocker profile security and recovery.

What Is an ABC ID and Why Do Universities Ask for It?

The Academic Bank of Credits is an initiative by the Government of India under the National Education Policy (NEP). It acts like a digital bank account for your education. When you study at a recognized institution, the credits you earn for passing subjects are deposited into this digital account.

Universities across India now ask every student to submit their ABC ID at the time of admission. This number stays with you throughout your higher education journey.

Here are the main reasons colleges ask for this ID:

1. Credit Storage: It stores your passing marks and credits digitally in one place.
2. Easy College Transfers: If you change your college or move from one city to another, your new university can review your stored credits and grant admission without paperwork delays.
3. Multiple Entry and Exit Points: Under NEP, students can pause their studies after one or two years with a certificate or diploma and return later to finish their degree. The ABC ID tracks these credits safely.
4. Verified Records: It links directly to the National Academic Depository (NAD), which helps institutions verify genuine degree marksheets quickly.

Detailed Document Requirements Explained

Many students and parents face errors while generating the ID because small details do not match. Let us look at each required item in detail so you can prepare them in advance.

1. Aadhaar Card Details

Your Aadhaar card is the primary proof of identity for creating an ABC ID. The spelling of your name, your date of birth, and your gender on DigiLocker must match your school marksheets.

If your name on your Aadhaar card is different from your Class 10 marksheet, get your Aadhaar updated at an Aadhaar Seva Kendra. A mismatch in spelling or date of birth can cause the automated system to reject your credit linking later.

2. Aadhaar-Linked Mobile Number

You cannot create an ABC ID through DigiLocker without receiving an OTP on your phone. Many parents buy a new SIM card for their child after Class 12, but the old mobile number remains linked to the child's Aadhaar.

Before applying for university admission, check which mobile number receives the UIDAI OTP. If the old number is closed, visit an Aadhaar enrolment centre to update your active phone number.

3. Class 10 and Class 12 Academic Records

Keep your original or digital marksheets next to you. The system requires your legal name as recorded by your state education board or central board (such as CBSE or ICSE). Do not use initials, nicknames, or shortened names.

4. Admission Type and University Selection

The ABC ID system will ask you for two specific fields:

• Admission Year: The year you are taking admission into your current course.
• Identity Type: You can choose Roll Number, Registration Number, Enrolment Number, or New Admission.
• Identity Value: Enter the exact number provided on your fee slip, application form, or student identity card. If you are applying for the very first time and have not received a roll number yet, you can choose "New Admission".

Step-by-Step Guide to Generate Your ABC ID via DigiLocker

Creating your ABC ID takes less than ten minutes if you have your documents ready. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Open DigiLocker

Go to the official DigiLocker website or download the DigiLocker app on your mobile phone.

Step 2: Sign In or Register

If you already have a DigiLocker account, sign in using your mobile number or Aadhaar number and your 6-digit security PIN. If you do not have an account, click on "Sign Up", enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, email, and Aadhaar number, and set a security PIN.

Step 3: Search for Academic Bank of Credits

Once you log into your dashboard, click on the "Search Documents" section. Type "Academic Bank of Credits" or "ABC ID" into the search bar. Click on the option that says "Academic Bank of Credits - APAAR / ABC ID Card".

Step 4: Fill In Your Academic Details

Your name, date of birth, and gender will be filled in automatically from your Aadhaar profile. You must then select:

• Your Institution Type (University, College, etc.)
• Your Institution Name from the drop-down list
• Your Identity Type (such as Roll Number or New Admission)
• Your Identity Value

Step 5: Generate the Card

Check the consent box allowing DigiLocker to share your details with the Academic Bank of Credits. Click on "Get Document". The system will fetch your record, generate your 12-digit ABC ID, and save the digital card in your "Issued Documents" tab. You can download this document as a PDF file and print it for your college admission form.

Common Mistakes to Avoid During ABC ID Creation

Parents and students often run into small technical hurdles during this process. Here are common mistakes and how to avoid them:

• Entering the Wrong University Name: Many private colleges are affiliated with a larger state university. If you do not see your specific college name in the drop-down list, look for the parent university to which your college is affiliated.
• Selecting the Wrong Admission Year: Always select the year you joined your current program, not the year you passed Class 12.
• Typing Errors in Roll Numbers: Double-check your roll number or application form number. A single wrong digit can prevent your future semester marks from linking to your ABC account.
• Sharing Credentials with Unverified Sources: Never hand over your DigiLocker PIN or Aadhaar OTP to unknown cyber cafe operators or third-party callers. Always complete the OTP steps yourself.

Verifying Your University Before Paying Admission Fees

An ABC ID is essential, but it is only one part of securing your higher education. Before you hand over your ABC ID and pay any academic fees, you must ensure that your chosen university and course hold valid government approvals.

The fee for your course is shared on call or WhatsApp by college representatives, but official recognition is something you must verify independently.

Check University Status

Always verify whether the university is listed under the official regulatory authorities:

• For regular degrees, confirm that the institution is recognized by visiting the UGC list of universities.
• You can also cross-check institutional grades and quality ratings on the NAAC accreditation status portal.

Special Rules for Online and Distance Degrees

If you are planning to take an online or distance education program, there are extra precautions you must take:

• You must verify both the Higher Educational Institution (HEI) and the specific program, session wise, on the UGC-DEB portal. Not every course offered by a recognized university is approved for online delivery.
• Read the latest student advisories and franchise warnings on the UGC-DEB public notices page to make sure the university is not running unapproved study centres.
• Online and distance students are also required to create a DEB-ID through the UGC-DEB student portal before taking admission.

CollegeJaancho helps students and parents navigate these complicated approval lists. As a verification-first college and university admission guidance platform, CollegeJaancho checks institutions against records from UGC, UGC-DEB, NAAC, NIRF, AICTE, and BCI before you make any payment.

Official pages where you can check this yourself

• UGC-DEB portal: recognised online and distance (ODL) universities and programmes, session wise
• UGC-DEB public notices for students (precautions, franchise warning, deadlines)
• UGC list of universities (central, state, private, deemed)
• NAAC accreditation status of institutions