MAH BEd CET Registration has become a key concern among aspirants as the State Common Entrance Test Cell has made APAAR ID and Aadhaar Card mandatory for the upcoming MAH BEd CET application process. The registration form is expected to be released shortly for the academic session starting in 2026. The APAAR ID requirement has been introduced to streamline academic identity verification during entrance exam registrations. Candidates must ensure that the APAAR ID is generated in advance to avoid last-minute issues while filling the MAH BEd CET application form.
APAAR ID and Aadhaar Mandatory for MAH BEd CET Registration
The State CET Cell has clarified that both APAAR ID and Aadhaar Card will be required at the time of MAH BEd CET registration. This requirement has already been implemented for BPEd and MEd admissions, indicating that the same framework will be followed for BEd courses. This move aligns with the national digital academic record initiative, ensuring uniform identification of students across higher education platforms.
- Mandatory documents: APAAR ID and Aadhaar Card
- Applicable exam: MAH BEd CET 2026
- Purpose: Academic identity verification and credit record linkage
What Is APAAR ID and Why Is It Required?
APAAR ID is a twelve-digit unique academic identity number issued to students to digitally store and access their educational records. It functions as a permanent academic identity across institutions and examination systems. The APAAR ID securely links academic credentials, making it easier for authorities to verify student records during admissions and entrance examinations.
- Stores marksheets, gradesheets, degrees, diplomas, certificates
- Includes co-curricular and academic achievements
- Acts as a permanent digital academic identity
How to Generate APAAR ID Using DigiLocker?
Candidates can generate their APAAR ID online through DigiLocker. The process is fully digital and can be completed using a registered mobile number. The steps below explain the DigiLocker-based APAAR ID generation process:
- Access DigiLocker through the official portal or mobile application
- Log in using a registered mobile number and OTP or PIN
- Navigate to the Issued Documents section
- Search for APAAR ID or Academic Bank of Credits
- Enter required details such as name, date of birth, gender, and identity value
- Provide consent to share academic information
- Generate and download the APAAR ID document
How to Generate APAAR ID Through the ABC Portal?
Students can also generate their APAAR ID through the Academic Bank of Credits portal. This method requires DigiLocker authentication. The following steps outline the ABC portal process:
- Visit the Academic Bank of Credits portal
- Select My Account and choose Student login
- Sign in using DigiLocker credentials
- Enter personal and academic details
- Submit the form to generate the APAAR ID
APAAR ID Generation Through School Verification
For students whose academic records are managed through schools, APAAR ID generation may involve institutional verification. The process includes the following stages:
- Verification: Demographic details verified by the school
- Parental consent: Required if the student is a minor
- Authentication: Identity authenticated by the school authority
- ID creation: APAAR ID generated and linked to DigiLocker
The status of APAAR ID generation can also be tracked through the UDISE+ portal under the APAAR module, where schools can view student ID status. Candidates planning to apply for MAH BEd CET 2026 are advised to complete the APAAR ID process in advance to ensure smooth registration once the application window opens.
