NTA Drops APAAR ID Mandate for NEET UG 2025

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced that the APAAR ID will not be a mandatory requirement for NEET UG 2025 registration. This clarification follows a public notice issued on January 14, 2025, which had encouraged candidates to link their Aadhaar cards with their APAAR IDs, also known as the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC ID).

Summary:

📢 No APAAR ID Required!
The NTA has officially confirmed that APAAR ID is NOT mandatory for NEET UG 2025 registration.

📝 Alternative Registration Methods:
Students can register using other valid options—detailed instructions will be shared soon.

✅ Clearing the Confusion:
This update ensures a smoother and hassle-free registration process for all candidates.

What is APAAR ID?

The APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) ID is a digital repository of students’ academic credits under the One Nation, One Student ID initiative. It aims to streamline academic record management and improve efficiency in processes like exam registrations and attendance.

Benefits of Linking Aadhaar with APAAR ID

Although optional, linking Aadhaar with the APAAR ID offers several advantages:

Efficient Identity Verification: Simplifies and accelerates candidate verification during registration and at exam centers.
Reduced Errors: Auto-filling details from Aadhaar minimizes manual errors during the application process.
Faster Attendance Processing: Speeds up attendance verification at examination centers, saving time.
Enhanced Security: Ensures secure and tamper-proof storage of candidates’ information.

Support for Students

The NTA has provided a step-by-step guide and video tutorial on creating an APAAR ID, available on their official portal (apaar.education.gov.in).

Next Steps for Aspirants

Candidates are advised to stay updated by visiting the official NEET website (neet.nta.nic.in), as the application process is expected to begin in February 2025. This clarification ensures that no student faces challenges due to technical requirements while registering for one of India’s most competitive medical entrance exams.

Last Updated on January 30, 2025

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