NEET UG 2025 Update: NTA Confirms APAAR ID is Optional, Introduces ABC ID Guidelines

By: Career Marg Team | on February 10, 2025

NEET UG 2025 Update: NTA Confirms APAAR ID is Optional, Introduces ABC ID Guidelines

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified that while creating an APAAR ID (previously known as Academic Bank of Credits or ABC ID) is beneficial, it is not mandatory for NEET UG 2025 registration. Students can register using other available methods. However, having an APAAR ID ensures streamlined academic record management.

What is an ABC ID (APAAR ID)?  

The ABC ID is an ID that uniquely identifies the academic credits of a student and automatically tracks the students from Class I to higher education.

Important Points for an ABC ID      
1. Unique Academic Identifier: Trace the academic journey of the students from Class I onwards.      
2. Smooth Monitoring: Enables continuous assessment and improvement.      
3. Paperless Records: All the academic records kept safely; the workload on administrative work is reduced.      
4. Personal Interventions: Classroom teachers will be able to offer focused remedial support based on areas of weakness.

How to Form an ABC ID

Children will be able to form an ABC ID through any of the below channels:  

1. DigiLocker Portal      
2. UMANG Portal      
3. ABC Official Portal

Let us now know how the ABC ID may be formed through DigiLocker.

  Using Web Portal

• Step 1: Browse the DigiLocker Portal link: https://www.digilocker.gov.in/.
• Step 2: Sign In/Register: Log in to the portal using your mobile number or email ID. If registered, then please register by filling in your relevant details.
• Step 3: Add Aadhaar: Update your Aadhaar information.
• Step 4. Visit the Section of ABC Click on "Creation of ABC ID.
• Step  5. Fill Academic Details: Write your college details and other relevant details that the portal asks for filling up
• Step 6. Submit and Get the ID: On submission, the ABC ID would be created in your DigiLocker account.

Method 2: Through Mobile App

• 1. Download the DigiLocker app from the Play Store/App Store.
• 2. The same procedure is followed while logging through the web portal.

Method 3: QR Code Scan

• 1. Scan the QR code provided on the official portal or in the notification.
• 2. Steps to create an ID

Step-by-Step Process for Other Channels

Through UMANG Portal  

• 1. Open the UMANG app or website.
• 2. Tap on the section to create an ABC ID.  
• 3. Fill in your details, including Aadhaar and institution details. 
• 4. Follow the prompts to create your ABC ID

Through ABC Portal 

• 1. Visit the ABC Portal at https://abc.gov.in/.  
• 2. Log in or register with your credentials. 
• 3. Complete the steps for ID generation, similar to other platforms.

Important Notes      
The APAAR ID is NOT mandatory for NEET UG 2025 registration.      
Students can apply to NEET also through other platforms if they don't want to make an ABC ID.      
All the detailed step-by-step guides, including video tutorials, refer to the official user guide.      
Need Help?      
Call NTA at 011-40759000 or e-mail at neetug2025@nta.ac.in for further clarification.

Benefits of APAAR ID:

1. While not mandatory, having an APAAR ID can prove advantageous for students:  
2. Unique Student Identifier: A permanent ID for all academic records.  
3. Efficient Record Keeping: Reduces paperwork and stores academic credentials digitally.  
4. Improved Monitoring: Enables tracking of academic performance and identifies areas needing improvement.  

Keep an eye on the official NTA website: https://neet.nta.nic.in/

By following this very step-by-step procedure, loads of trouble shall be saved, and students will even learn the process of making their APAAR ID.

NEET 2025 Tentative Dates

The following table brings the tentative timeline for the NEET 2025 exam.