Parents face challenges in registering for India's new APAAR ID due to document mismatches

Parents and students are facing challenges in registering for the 12-digit APAAR ID, part of India's One Nation-One Student ID initiative. Issues arise mainly from mismatches in names on Aadhaar cards, birth certificates, and school records. The Union Education Ministry has extended the registration deadline to March 2025. Schools are advising parents to correct discrepancies, but some parents find it difficult to travel to their child's birthplace for changes. Concerns have been raised about the costs of correcting details, with some agents charging fees. Parents are requesting local government services to assist with these corrections to prevent potential fraud.