Overview
- National Academic Depository (NAD) was initiated by MHRD to provide a 24X7 online depository to Academic Institutions to store and publish their academic awards whereas Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) system consolidates educational records in one place, making it easy to accumulate, transfer and access student's credit records across different learning pathways.
- As per the UGC directives, all Universities and Autonomous Colleges in India should maintain NAD to store their academic records and all students should have their ABC ID for credit accumulation and transfer.
- The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital platform provided by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, ABC acts as a dynamic academic portfolio that captures, stores, and showcases a learner's achievements across the entire education spectrum.
- The Academic Bank of Credits provides a unique ABC ID to every learner, creating a unified digital identity for all their academic pursuits. This ID, linked to DigiLocker, allows for secure storage, management, and transfer of academic credits earned.
- St. Xavier's University, Kolkata (SXUK) is one of the pioneers to implement UGC NAD initiative and create Academic Bank of Credit ID (ABC ID) also known as Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID for all registered students of the institution (except for foreign students). Since inception, all the academic records of the students i.e. Marksheets, Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates are uploaded to UGC-NAD and later on from 2021, all the students have their own ABC ID for credit accumulation and transfer.
- The APAAR ID becomes a unique lifelong academic identity, enabling access to academic records, certificates, and qualifications all in one place —securely and transparently.
Benefits of ABC and APAAR ID
- Unified Academic Identity: A single platform to consolidate and showcase academic records.
- Streamlining Student Records: Simplifying record-keeping for students, parents, and educators.
- Digital Repository: Securely storing academic data and achievements.
- Seamless Academic Mobility: Facilitating smooth transitions between educational levels.
Creation of APAAR ID for Student
- How to Register for ABC / APAAR ID
- Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal. Click one of the options below:
Step 2: Login Using Your Mobile Number. Use your Aadhaar-linked mobile number for verification.
Step 3: Create Your APAAR ID. Enter basic details → Verify → APAAR ID is generated instantly.
Step 4: Share APAAR ID with the University.
Creation of APAAR ID for Foreign Students
- Foreign students can create an APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) as part of India's "One Nation, One Student ID" initiative.
Registration Process for Foreign Students
Foreign students can register through their respective educational institutions or online via the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) portal.
Online Registration via ABC Portal
You can self-register by following these steps on the official Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) website:
Step 1: Visit the Portal: Go to the ABC Website using the link https://www.abc.gov.in/ and select 'My Account' -> 'Student'.
Step 2: DigiLocker Setup: Register for a DigiLocker account using your mobile number.
Step 3: Identity Selection: During the process, select your Passport as the identity document if Aadhaar is not available.
Step 4: Institutional Linking: Select your University/Institution name, admission year, and current course details from the dropdown list.
Step 5: Generation: After completing the form and providing digital consent, your 12-digit APAAR ID will be generated and stored in your DigiLocker.
Step 6: Share APAAR ID with the University.
E-Notice Board: Digilocker, UGC-NAD and ABC
Notification regarding National Academic Depository (NAD) and
Academic Bank of Credits (ABC)
View PDFPublished 18-12-2025
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata