CBSE Relaxes APAAR ID Rule for Class 10, 12 LOC Submission – Here’s What Schools Must Do
CBSE Board has issued a notice related to the mandatory submission of APAAR ID linked to LOC data for Classes X and XII. This update is important for all students, parents, and schools to know. This blog post will explain the complete details of the circular. That is why everyone should read till the end and share it with teachers and students.
What is APAAR ID and why is it important?
APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) is a special academic identification system for all students in India. It is part of the “One Nation, One Student ID” initiative aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
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The Board has highlighted that APAAR ID helps in:
- Unified and lifelong academic identity
- Seamless transitions across education levels
- Credit transfer between institutions
- Simplified verification for admissions and jobs
- Skill gap analysis for targeted development
Why has CBSE allowed partial relaxation?
Many schools across states reported technical and administrative challenges in generating APAAR IDs. The issues included:
- Difficulty in integration between portals
- Mismatch between school records and Aadhaar data
- Time taken for correction and updates
- Lack of parental consent
What instructions has CBSE given to schools?
The circular directs schools to follow clear steps while submitting List of Candidates (LOC) data:
- If parents deny consent, schools must keep a copy of denial and mark the APAAR entry as “REFUSED”.
- If APAAR ID is not generated due to technical reasons, entry must be marked as “NOGEN”.
- In all other cases, schools must ensure APAAR ID is indicated.
What should schools do now?
Schools must ensure error-free and timely submission of LOC data. If any difficulty arises, they must immediately bring it to the notice of the concerned CBSE Regional Office.
In summary: CBSE has provided partial relaxation, but it has also stressed that schools must strictly follow the given process. This step aims to ensure smooth submission of data, while also addressing genuine challenges faced by schools and parents.
| FAQ | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is APAAR ID? | APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) is a lifelong academic ID for all students in India. It helps with records, transfers, and admissions. |
| Why is APAAR ID important? | It ensures transparency, smooth academic mobility, credit transfers, easy verification for admissions/jobs, and skill-gap analysis. |
| Why did CBSE give relaxation? | Because schools faced challenges like portal integration issues, Aadhaar mismatches, correction delays, and lack of parental consent. |
| What if parents don’t give consent? | Schools must keep a copy of denial and mark the entry as “REFUSED” in the LOC. |
| What if APAAR ID is not generated due to technical reasons? | Schools must mark it as “NOGEN” in the LOC. |
| What if APAAR ID is available? | Schools must enter the APAAR ID correctly in the LOC. |
| Is submission time-bound? | Yes, CBSE has stressed that LOC for Classes X and XII must be submitted within the given time limit. |
| What should schools do if they face issues? | They must report the difficulty immediately to their CBSE Regional Office. |
Notice
It has come to attention that the CBSE circular on APAAR ID and LOC submission (Session 2025–26) is currently being widely circulated on social media platforms and WhatsApp groups.
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While the circular is genuine and officially issued by the CBSE, schools, teachers, parents, and students are advised to refer only to the official CBSE website for complete details and updates. Misleading or incomplete information shared on unofficial platforms may cause confusion.
For authentic reference, schools must check the circular directly on the CBSE official website under the notifications section.
