One Nation, One Student ID: What is APAAR, how to make an ID, and should parents, students be concerned?
parental consent in schools for the introduction of a unique student identity card known as the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR). This initiative is part of the 'One Nation, One Student ID' program, which is derived from the 2020 National Education Policy.
What is APAAR and how will it impact students and institutions?
APAAR, an acronym for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry, is a specialized identification system designed for all students in India, beginning from an early age.
Under this program, every student will receive a lifelong APAAR ID, streamlining the process of tracking academic progress from pre-primary education to higher education for students, schools, and government authorities.
APAAR also serves as a gateway to Digilocker, a digital platform enabling students to securely store essential documents and achievements, including exam results and report cards. This digital storage facilitates easier access, which proves invaluable for pursuing higher education or seeking employment opportunities in the future.
Why was it introduced?
The introduction of APAAR aims to simplify the educational process and reduce the burden of carrying physical documents for students.
This initiative was launched as a component of the 2020 National Education Policy by the Education Ministry.
Anil Sahasrabuddhe, Chairman of the National Educational Technology Forum, elaborated on the vision, stating, «The goal is to drive positive change, enabling state governments to monitor literacy rates, dropout rates, and more, facilitating necessary improvements. It's about providing states with the tools to enhance their performance.»
Furthermore, APAAR endeavors to minimize instances of fraud and
