APAAR ID
UDISE Plus SDMS & APAAR ID 2026-27 – Complete Login & Generation Guide
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What is APAAR ID in UDISE Plus?
APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry ID) is a 12-digit unique number given to every student studying in a school in India. It is like an Aadhaar card - but for your school life.
Just like your Aadhaar stays with you forever, your APAAR ID stays with you from Class 1 to Class 12. Even if you change schools or move to another city, your APAAR ID does not change.
Key Point
APAAR ID is 12 digits long and is generated through the SDMS portal (sdms.udiseplus.gov.in). It is linked to the student's Aadhaar number for verification.
Why is APAAR ID Important?
- One ID for life: A student keeps the same APAAR ID from Class 1 to Class 12, even after changing schools.
- Scholarship tracking: Government scholarships are linked to APAAR ID. Without it, students may miss benefits.
- Prevent ghost students: APAAR ID linked to Aadhaar prevents fake student entries in school records.
- Academic history: All schools attended, results, certificates - everything is stored under one APAAR ID.
- Transfer made easy: When a student moves to a new school, their academic history is automatically available through APAAR ID.
Mandatory from 2026-27
APAAR ID generation is now compulsory for all students. Schools must generate APAAR IDs for every student before the data certification deadline.
What is SDMS in UDISE Plus?
SDMS stands for Student Database Management System. It is the part of the UDISE+ portal where all student data is entered and managed.
Think of SDMS as the "student register" of India - but digital. Every student in every government school has an entry in SDMS.
| Feature | SDMS Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Student Database Management System |
| Website | sdms.udiseplus.gov.in |
| Who Uses It | School Headmaster / Data Entry Operator |
| Main Purpose | Enter and manage student data for each academic year |
| Key Feature | APAAR ID generation linked to Aadhaar |
| Data Reference Date | 30th September of each academic year |
How to Login to SDMS Portal
- Open browser and go to sdms.udiseplus.gov.in
- The SDMS login page will open
- Enter your school's 11-digit UDISE Code as Username
- Enter your Password (given by Block MIS Coordinator)
- Enter the Captcha code shown on screen
- Click the Login button
- The student module dashboard will open
Important
Make sure 2025-26 data is fully submitted and certified before accessing 2026-27. If you see an error about previous year data, complete that first.
How to Generate APAAR ID for a Student
Follow these simple steps to generate APAAR ID for a student in SDMS:
- Login to SDMS at sdms.udiseplus.gov.in
- Search for the student by name or Aadhaar number
- Open the student's General Profile (GP)
- Enter the student's Aadhaar number in the Aadhaar field
- Click on "Aadhaar Authentication" or "Verify Aadhaar"
- The student's name and DOB from Aadhaar will appear - verify they match
- Click "Generate APAAR ID"
- A 12-digit APAAR ID will be generated and saved to the student's profile
Pro Tip
Before entering Aadhaar number, check the name spelling and date of birth with the student's actual Aadhaar card. Even one letter difference will cause authentication failure.
How to Link APAAR ID with Aadhaar
When a student already has an APAAR ID (from a previous school), you just need to link it in your school's SDMS:
- Login to SDMS
- Click "Add Student" or search for student
- Enter the student's Aadhaar number
- The system will check if an APAAR ID already exists for this Aadhaar
- If found, the existing APAAR ID will be shown - click "Link to My School"
- The student's academic history from previous schools will now be visible
APAAR ID for Class 1 New Admissions
For students newly admitted in Class 1 who don't have an APAAR ID yet:
- They must have an Aadhaar card first
- Enter student in SDMS as a new student (not promoted)
- Fill the complete General Profile with Aadhaar details
- Click "Generate APAAR ID" - a fresh 12-digit ID will be created
- This will be the student's permanent APAAR ID throughout their school life
| Student Type | Action in SDMS |
|---|---|
| New admission (Class 1) | Add as new student → Enter Aadhaar → Generate fresh APAAR ID |
| Promoted student (Class 2–12) | Promote from previous year → Verify APAAR ID already linked |
| Transfer student (from another school) | Search by Aadhaar → Link existing APAAR ID to your school |
| Student without Aadhaar | Help get Aadhaar enrolled first at nearest CSC center |
Common Problems and Solutions
| Problem | Reason | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar authentication fails | Name/DOB mismatch | Check exact spelling and date on Aadhaar card |
| APAAR ID not generating | Duplicate Aadhaar entry | Check if student already has APAAR ID in system |
| SDMS login not working | Wrong password or UDISE code | Contact Block MIS Coordinator for password reset |
| Student data not saving | Mandatory fields empty | Fill all fields marked with * (asterisk) |
| APAAR ID shows but not saving | Parent consent not confirmed | Check if consent checkbox is ticked in the form |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most common questions people ask about UDISE Plus SDMS & APAAR ID 2026-27 – Complete Login & Generation Guide.
APAAR ID stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry ID. It is a 12-digit unique number given to every student in India. It is linked to the student's Aadhaar card and stays with them throughout their school life. It was made mandatory from 2025-26 onwards.
UDISE Code is a school's identity number (11 digits). APAAR ID is a student's identity number (12 digits). Every school has one UDISE Code. Every student has one APAAR ID. Both are different and both are important.
APAAR stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry. It is part of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) implementation and is managed by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
APAAR ID is generated through the SDMS portal at sdms.udiseplus.gov.in. After logging in with the school's UDISE code, go to the student's profile and click "Generate APAAR ID" after completing Aadhaar authentication.
Yes, APAAR ID is mandatory for all students studying in government, government-aided, and private schools recognized by the government. From 2026-27, schools cannot complete data certification without APAAR IDs for all students.
APAAR ID generation requires Aadhaar authentication. If a student does not have Aadhaar, the school should help the student get enrolled for Aadhaar first. Contact the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) for Aadhaar enrollment.
Yes. APAAR ID belongs to the student, not the school. When a student moves to a new school, their APAAR ID stays the same. The new school just needs to link the student's existing APAAR ID to their school in the SDMS system.
APAAR ID stores the student's complete academic history - schools attended, class progression, attendance, achievements, scholarships received, and government benefits. It acts like an academic Aadhaar for students.
If Aadhaar authentication is successful, APAAR ID is generated instantly on the SDMS portal. If authentication fails, you may need to recheck the Aadhaar details and try again.
Since Aadhaar is linked to APAAR ID, parents or guardians must give consent for the school to use their child's Aadhaar for APAAR ID generation. Schools should maintain a written consent form from parents.
✅ Conclusion
APAAR ID is a very important part of UDISE Plus 2026-27. Every student in India must have an APAAR ID linked to their Aadhaar. This ID stays with the student throughout their school life. Schools must generate APAAR IDs for all students through the SDMS portal. If you face any problem, contact your Block MIS Coordinator. Do not skip APAAR ID generation - it is mandatory for 2026-27.