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Key Points

Tamil Nadu state-run universities will soon digitize student records using DigiLocker, following TNSCHE's advisory. The system aligns with NEP 2020, enabling secure storage and instant verification of degrees and mark sheets. Students can access documents anytime, reducing physical visits to universities. Employers and institutions will benefit from faster, fraud-proof verification.

Key Points: TN Universities to Digitize Student Records via DigiLocker

  • Tamil Nadu universities to implement DigiLocker for digital academic records
  • NEP 2020 promotes paperless credit transfers via Academic Bank of Credits
  • System ensures instant verification, reduces forged certificates
  • Employers benefit from faster document checks for job applications
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TN universities to roll out DigiLocker system for digital academic records

Tamil Nadu universities will adopt DigiLocker for secure digital storage of academic records, aligning with NEP 2020 for seamless verification.

"DigiLocker lets students access records instantly with QR code verification, aiding admissions and welfare schemes. – Senior Professor"

Chennai, Aug 10

All state-run universities in Tamil Nadu will soon adopt the National Academic Depository (NAD) DigiLocker system to store and manage students’ certificates in digital format, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP).

The decision follows an advisory from the Tamil Nadu State Council for Higher Education (TNSCHE), functioning under the Higher Education Department.

The NEP promotes the use of DigiLocker and the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) to digitise academic records and enable seamless credit transfers between institutions.

The ABC acts as a virtual storehouse of credits earned by students throughout their academic careers, ensuring easy access and mobility.

The NAD, created by the Union Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), serves as a 24/7 online repository for storing and publishing academic awards such as degrees, provisional certificates, and mark sheets.

It guarantees authenticity, secure storage, and easy retrieval of documents. A senior Higher Education Department official said the initiative will allow students to access and download their digital certificates anytime, without physically visiting their universities.

“At present, this scheme will be implemented to maintain students’ records across all universities. It will also minimise the risk of forged certificates and allow students to share their credentials instantly. Currently, only a few universities in the country have put this system in place,” the official said.

Highlighting its advantages, a senior professor from a private college noted, “As a State and Centre-backed service, DigiLocker lets students access their academic records instantly and share them securely with QR code verification. It’s useful for higher education admissions and for availing government welfare schemes for students.”

The scheme is also expected to benefit employers. An HR professional at a Chennai-based recruitment firm said, “Private companies can integrate with DigiLocker to issue and verify digital documents before interviews. What used to take weeks for verification can now be completed in a day or two.”

With TNSCHE’s guidance, Tamil Nadu’s universities are expected to fully integrate DigiLocker into their academic systems, aligning the state with national efforts to provide secure, paperless access to educational records.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great initiative but I hope they provide proper training to university staff. Last time when Aadhar linking was done, there was so much confusion. Digital India needs digital literacy first!
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Arjun K
As someone who lost original certificates during floods last year, I can't stress enough how important this is. Digital backups should be mandatory for all important documents. Kudos to TN govt!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see India's digital transformation in education. In Canada we've had similar systems for years. Will this integrate with international universities for students going abroad?
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Karthik V
Hope they maintain proper cybersecurity measures. With increasing digital frauds, we need iron-clad protection for sensitive academic data. Maybe blockchain technology could help?
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Nisha Z
As a parent, I'm relieved! No more standing in long queues for my daughter's documents. But what about rural students with limited internet access? Hope they've considered that aspect too.
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David E
Impressive digital leap by Tamil Nadu! The QR code verification system sounds robust. Could this model be replicated for professional certifications across India?

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